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YANKS OBTAIN HINSKE
By JOEL SHERMAN The Yankees acquired veteran lefty hitter Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers not considered significant prospects, righty pitcher Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer. The move was made by the Yankees for several reasons:...
Yanks add infield depth, get Hinske from Pirates
msn.foxsports.com — Former AL Rookie of the Year Eric Hinske was acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday for a pair of minor leaguers. (more) Yanks add infield depth, get Hinske from Pirates
Eric Hinske acquired by New York Yankees in deal with Pittsburgh Pirates
Eric Hinske acquired by New York Yankees in deal with Pittsburgh Pirates
sports.espn.go.com — Eric Hinske has been acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a pair of minor leaguers. (more) Eric Hinske acquired by New York Yankees in deal with ...
Yanks deal for Eric Hinske
nydailynews.com — The Yankees added an insurance policy to their roster today, acquiring Eric Hinske in a trade with the Pirates. Pittsburgh will receive minor league righthander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer. Hinske, who turns 32 in August, can play ... (more) Yanks deal for Eric Hinske
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Eric Hinske?
YankeesRedSox.com — ... UPDATE: Joel Sherman has a blog post up with some reasons for the deal and it sounds like Pena is going to the minors.   ...

Yankees Acquire Hinske
New York Yankees Fan Blog — ... from their AAAA affiliate, the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for two A ballplayers. To make room for him, Ramiro Pena has been sent to SWB. According to Joel Sherman, Pena has been given instructions to also learn how to play the outfield. Now that's interesting. Here is Sherman's take on the trade. One potential problem I have with this trade is that Pena had made himself into a valuable piece, very surprisingly so. However, as I previously remarked, the Yankees needed some insurance in their outfield now that Nady is done for the year. Now that Ransom is back, the most ...

YANKS OBTAIN HINSKE
BBTF's Baseball Primer NewsblogYANKS OBTAIN HINSKE The Yankees New York Yankees acquired veteran lefty hitter Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers not considered significant prospects, righty pitcher Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer. ...

Tonight's Questions
Walkoff Walk — ... OPS over 150 points in the month of June. CAN the first place Angels put more cushion between them and the faltering Rangers? Joe Saunders smells blood. He's like a bear. DOES Johan Santana have enough awesomeness in his magic pouch to right the Mets ship and steady their season? Remember, even a perfect game only counts as one win. WILL newly acquired utility player Eric Hinske really be in uniform tonight when the Yanks take ...

Buzz: Nationals trade Milledge to Pirates
MetsBlog.com — ... “The Yankees acquired veteran Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers not considered significant prospects,” reports Joel Sherman of the New York Post. ...

Throwing it around
Diamond Hoggers — ... Stew] -The Nationals made a good move in acquiring Nyjer Morgan. [FanGraphs] -The Yankees considered trading Mariano Rivera one time long ago, to the Tigers! [Circling the Bases] -Old timer Jack Clark takes a shot at the mid-80's Mets. [NY Times] -The Yankees traded for Eric Hinske from the Pirates. [Hardball] -About that faux steroids list. [ ...

NY Post: Ramiro Pena to be sent down making way for Eric Hinske
lenNY's YankeesJoel Sherman of the NY Post has confirmed my guess that Ramiro Pena will be the odd man out in the acquisition of Eric Hinske. They are planning to send down Pena later today. They want Pena to continue to develop as a prospect and get more at-bats. But they also want Pena to also start playing some outfield and see if he can be used in the near future as a super-sub around the diamond, much like Atlanta uses Omar Infante. Despite Pena’s recent mini offensive surge, it is ...

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Report: Yanks Acquire Pirates Hinske
nybaseballdigest.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees today acquired infielder/outfielder Eric Hinske fromt he Pittsburgh Pirates for for minor leaguer right-handed pitcher Casey Erickson and minor league outfielder Eric Fryer. Hinske, 31, has appeared in 54 games with Pittsburgh this season, batting .255 (27-for-106) with 18 runs, 9 ...
Reviewing The Trades
raisethejollyroger.com 7/1/2009 — Take a break from my nonstop chatter and see what Jesse has to say: [ Pirates trade Eric Hinske to the Yankees for Two Prospects ] The first trade sent Hinske to New York for pitcher Casey Erickson and OF/C Eric Fryer. As you may know, Erickson is a pitcher who had some good numbers in ...
Yankees Trade Minor Leaguers to the Pirates for Eric Hinske
yanksblog.com 6/30/2009 — On his Twitter, Mark Feinsand of the Daily News reports that the Yankees have acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates for minor leaguers Casey Erickson and Eric Fryer. Hinske, 31, is hitting .255 this season.
Yankees Trade For Hinske
duelingcouches.blogspot.com 6/30/2009 — "Eric Hinske has been acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a pair of minor leaguers. Pittsburgh will receive right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer for the utilityman. In addition, the Pirates will give the Yankees cash. The 31-year-old Hinske hit ...
Yanks Acquire Hinske
slidingintohome.blogspot.com 6/30/2009 — Dejan Kovacevic of t he Pittsuburgh Post-Gazette via MLB Trade Rumors is reporting that the Yanks have sent Eric Fryer and Casey Erickson over to the Pirates for Eric Hinske. According to Joel Sherman the Yankees will also be getting $400K to cover about half of what Hinske is owed for the ...
Eric Hinske traded to the Yankees
buccofans.com 6/30/2009 — The Pittsburgh Pirates have traded Eric Hinske to the New York Yankees for two prospects, and have called up Garrett Jones from AAA. B.U.C.C.O. Fans.com breaks down the deal, including a look at Jones.
Pirates trade Hinske to Yankees
community.post-gazette.com 6/30/2009 — By Dejan Kovacevic | 11:31 a.m. Tuesday The Pirates have just traded outfielder Eric Hinske to the New York Yankees for catcher/outfielder Eric Freyer and pitcher Casey Erickson. Outfielder Garrett Jones will be recalled from Class AAA ...
Yankees Acquire Eric Hinske
mlbtraderumors.com 6/30/2009 — Joel Sherman of the New York Post reports that the Yankees acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers.
It's Gonna Take More Than That
fenwaywest.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees have acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers . Hinske is hitting .255 with one homer and 11RBIs. Fenway West- The Western Home to Red Sox Nation http://www.fenwaywest.com
Yanks trade Erickson and Fryer to the Pirates for Eric Hinske
nyyankeesrumors.com 6/30/2009 — Eric Hinske The Yankees made a move today to add an extra bat to the lineup. They acquired Eric Hinske from the Pittsburgh Pirates in return for Casey Erickson, Eric Fryer and cash considerations. Erickson and Fryer were playing well in the minors, but they really had no future with the ...
Yankees Acquire Eric Hinske From Pirates
boogiedownbaseball.blogspot.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees jumped into the trade market today picking up Eric Hinske from the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for Casey Erickson and Eric Fryer, 2 minor leaguers . At first, I was like, "huh?" Then I remembered that Xavier Nady was done for the year and then it clicked. I'm a fan of the deal.  ...
Hinske Joins Yankees
baseballmusings.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees traded two minor leaguers to the Pirates for Eric Hinske : Pittsburgh will receive right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer for the utilityman. In addition, the Pirates will give the Yankees cash. The 31-year-old Hinske hit .255 in 106 at-bats this season with nine ...
Hinske to Yankees
mlbnotebook.com 6/30/2009 — We learn from RAB , that Will Carroll is reporting that the Yankees have traded for Eric Hinske of the Pirates. Other reports indicate the Yanks will be giving up minor leaguers Casey Erickson and Eric Fryer. Hinske will provide a great lefty bat off the bench for the Yanks for the stretch ...
Yankees acquire OF Eric Hinske for two minor leaguers
lennysyankees.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees traded two low-level minor leaguers for Pirates outfielder/corner infielder Eric Hinske , according to ESPN . UPDATE: No roster move has been made to make room for Hinske yet, but he is listed on the bench for tonight’s game. I suspect the decision is between Ramiro Pena and ...
Yankees trade for Eric Hinske
digitalsportsdaily.com 6/30/2009 — The Yankees acquired veteran utilityman Eric Hinske on Tuesday from the Pirates in exchange for two Minor Leaguers, right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer. Hinske, a 31-year-old left-handed hitter who was part of Boston’s 2007 World Series champions, batted .255 in ...
Yankees deepen bench by acquiring Eric Hinske
soxandpinstripes.com 6/30/2009 — Are the Pittsburgh Pirates the Kansas City Royals of this generation? The Yankees seem to have designated their favorite trade partner of late as they agreed once again in a deal with Pittsburgh sending two Single A players to the Pirates in exchange for Eric Hinske. The deal isn't ...
Yankees acquire Hinske from Pirates
yankees.lhblogs.com 6/30/2009 — Eric Hinske will be joining the team today. No word on who is being sent down although it would figure to be Ramiro Pena. The release from the Yankees: The New York Yankees today acquired infielder/outfielder Eric Hinske from the Pittsburgh ...
Eric Hinske traded to the Yankees
whygavs.com 7/1/2009 — I have to run to a seminar, but DK is reporting that the Pirates shipped Eric Hinske to the Yankees this morning for Eric Fryer and Casey Erickson , with Garret Jones replacing Hinske in Pittsburgh (minor league stats at the links). I'll try to add ...
Eric Hinske to the Evil EmpireRise of the Rays
Last season, Eric Hinske played a key role in the success of the Tampa Bay Rays. Now, he’s on the way to the dreaded Yankees to help them keep the Rays at bay. The New York Yankees traded a couple of minor league players, 23-year old pitcher Casey Erickson and OF Eric Fryer to get ...
Yanks Acquire Eric HinskeSports Radio NY Blog
In one of the most pointless trades ever made in the history of Major League Baseball, the Yankees have acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers. Hinske was upset in Pittsburgh because he was not getting enough playing time. I am not quite sure where the playing time will ...
Yankees Acquire Pirates Eric Hinskeyankeesdaily.com
Eric Hinske is a 31-year-old left-handed hitter who was part of Boston’s 2007 World Series championship club, batted .255 in 54 games with the Pirates. He had one home run and had driven in 11 runs. The Yankees will also receive cash considerations in exchange for minor league ...
Yankees Acquire HinskeMy Pinstripes
Filed Under: Yankees Tags: Eric Hinske • xavier nady • Yankees Acquire Hinske • Yankees and Pirates Trade Again In apparent attempt to strengthen their bench, and possibly a sign of other moves to come, the Yankees have ...
Yankees Acquire HinskeBaseball Digest
In apparent attempt to strengthen their bench, and possibly a sign of other moves to come, the Yankees have acquired utility man Eric Hinske from the Pittsburgh Pirates . In return, the Pirates received minor leaguers Eric Fryer and Casey Erickson . Hinske was hitting .255 with 1 HR and ...
Yanks Trade for Eric HinskeThe Yankee Universe
This news from Joel Sherman’s Twitter feed . The Yankees just acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates for two minor leaguers who were termed by Sherman as being not “significant.” Hinske is a versatile 31 year-old who can put in time at 1b, 3b and OF. Hinske’s current ...
HINSKE DEALT TO YANKEESMondesi's House
The Buccos and Neal Huntington just wrapped up another trade with frequent partner Brian Cashman, dealing journeyman infielder Eric Hinske to the New York Yankees for two minor leaguers, outfielder/catcher Eric Fryer and RHP Casey Erickson. Hinske was batting .255 with a .373 OBP, 1 HR and 11 ...
Eric Hinske traded to YankeesRaise the Jolly Roger
For two prospects. Garrett Jones will be called up from AAA Indianapolis. The Pirates receive: Casey Erickson [ stats ]: a mediocre single-A right-handed reliever Eric Fyer [ stats ]: an average high-A catcher OK, so that’s virtually nothing. But it’s Eric Hinske we ...
What Role Will Eric Hinske Play For The New York Yankees?Bleacher Report - MLB
In typical Yankees mid-season fashion, they’ve shipped off a pair of prospects to Pittsburgh in exchange for one of the few solid players the Pirates have left on their roster. It’s something that has become an annual event in Major ...
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It was quite the day for the Pittsburgh Pirates today, as they traded away three players and received four in return. Did this help the organization? The Pirates sent left fielder Nyjer Morgan and left-handed reliever Sean Burnett to the ...
Yankees Add Hinske as ReinforcementNYT > Baseball
The 2002 American League rookie of the year, who was acquired for two minor leaguers, can play a number of positions.
Yankees acquire Hinske from PiratesBoston.com -- Baseball News
The Pittsburgh Pirates, swapping outfielders at a rapid rate for the second successive season, sent starting left fielder Njyer Morgan to the Washington Nationals in a four-player deal involving outfielder Lastings Milledge and also shipped backup ...
Pirates' Hinske to Yanks, Morgan to Nats (AP)Yahoo! Sports - MLB News
The Pittsburgh Pirates, swapping outfielders at a rapid rate for the second successive season, sent starting left fielder Njyer Morgan to the Washington Nationals in a four-player deal involving outfielder Lastings Milledge and also shipped backup ...
Pittsburgh Pirates Revolving Door Spins AgainBleacher Report - MLB
The Pittsburgh Pirates roster shakeout continued in earnest today, as the club made one deal with the New York Yankees and are said to be on the verge of a second with the Washington Nationals. The deal with the Yankees sent utility man Eric Hinske ...
Yankees Acquire Hinske From PiratesNYT > Baseball
Eric Hinske was acquired by the Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday for a pair of minor leaguers.
Yankees Acquire Eric Hinske and a Part of Me DiesBleacher Report - MLB
From 2006 to 2007, Eric Hinkse was my favorite player on the Boston Red Sox. I don't know why. I liked the way the guy played. He didn't hit for a very high average, and didn't hit a lot of home runs, but he played his heart out. I was in little ...
Yanks trade for Hinske, bolster outfieldMajor League Baseball News
The Yankees acquired Eric Hinske from the Pirates on Tuesday in exchange for Minor League right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer.
Yankees acquire Hinske from PiratesThe Seattle Times: Sports
Former AL Rookie of the Year Eric Hinske was acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday for a pair of minor leaguers.
New York Yankees Acquire Eric Hinske…Bleacher Report - MLB
Today the New York Yankees acquired Eric Hinske from the Pittsburgh Pirates for Eric Freyer and Casey Erickson. Hinske, who won the American League Rookie of the Year with the Toronto Blue Jays back in 2002 is now more a utility player than ...
Eric Hinske acquired by New York Yankees in deal with Pittsburgh PiratesESPN.com - MLB
Eric Hinske has been acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a pair of minor leaguers.
Yankees acquire Hinske from PiratesBoston.com -- Baseball News
Eric Hinske has been acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a pair of minor leaguers.
Yanks get Hinske in swap with BucsMajor League Baseball News
The Yankees acquired veteran utilityman Eric Hinske on Tuesday from the Pirates in exchange for two Minor Leaguers, right-hander Casey Erickson and outfielder Eric Fryer.