Farnsworth to Detroit?

by ReLaunch on Jul 26, 2007 7:02 AM EDT

Yes, I know this article is by George King. I also know the Yanks would need to replace the arm in the bullpen (Joba mabye?). But man, wouldn't this be nice.

In what only can be described as a strange twist, the Tigers have an interest in taking Kyle Farnsworth off the Yankees' hands.

According to multiple sources, the Tigers are looking to make a deal that would bring Farnsworth back to the team he pitched 46 games for in 2005. Ideally, the Tigers would like to add Texas closer Eric Gagne but he likely will balk at a deal that sends him to a team where he can't close.

Tigers scout Dick Egan was at last night's Yankees' 7-1 win over the Royals in which Farnsworth didn't pitch in. What the Yankees would get back depends on how much money the Tigers want to pay on Farnsworth's salary.

Farnsworth, who is making $5.25 million this year and $5.5 million next season, is 1-1 with a 4.24 ERA.

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I've heard all day. I don't care if we get a peanut vendor in the deal. Just get Farnzie outta' pinstripes, now!

Now we need to focus on giving away Igawa.

"Baseball is the background music of my life." -George Will

by Ronster22 on Jul 26, 2007 8:28 AM EDT reply actions

we could use a frozen ice vendor

I almost got clocked with a frozen ice the last time I was at the stadium. The guy's pitch was about 5 people to the left of where he was aiming. Just like Igawa.

We could trade Farnsworth for a peanut vendor and Igawa for a frozen ice vendor. Works for me.

"The secret of managing is to keep the guys who hate you away from the guys who are undecided." -Casey Stengel

by bxgrl1 on Jul 26, 2007 9:30 AM EDT up reply actions

What do they have

That we would want? We aren't going to take sheffield. If they would give us one of their young guns from the bullpen (Zumaya), then I would be interested. Unless the Yankees are eyeing Sean Casey, and I am not sure if we need him. What does everyone think we should ask for if you were to pull this off?

The only way I'm going to win a Gold Glove is with a can of spray paint. Reggie Jackson

by yanksfan77 on Jul 26, 2007 10:23 AM EDT reply actions

Casey

is a lefty bat isn't he? we don't need any more leftie bats.

who cares what we get back for him. just send him maybe a marginal infield prospect comes back. that is the one part of our farm system that is lacking,positional players.

by beantownbosoxh8er on Jul 26, 2007 10:45 AM EDT up reply actions

I'm sure the prospect will

depend on how much of Farnsworth's contract the Yanks will be willing to eat.

Regardless, they probably won't get a lot for him.

by anaconda on Jul 26, 2007 10:47 AM EDT up reply actions

I'm sure

Detroit has another blue chipper in need of serious surgery that we can take off their hands.

(that's me falling on the grenade)

by matthaggs on Jul 26, 2007 11:14 AM EDT up reply actions

Thanks matt

I went over to BlessYouBoys a month ago and suggested Marcus Thames. They shot that down pretty quickly. With the emergence of Andy Phillips and the pending return of all our players, I wouldn't want him anymore either.
How about Ron Bourquin? He's a 3B in the low-A NYPenn league, and while he struggled in the GCL at the start of the season, since his promotion he's hit .315/.421/.371 with only 15K against 16BB in 89ABs. He's not a superstar, but it's his first year of pro ball at 22 after going to Ohio State last year.

"Have faith in the Yankees, my son. Think of the great DiMaggio."

by jscape2000 on Jul 26, 2007 11:34 AM EDT up reply actions

Catching, I understand

But Sickels doesn't list any catchers in his top 20. I'm trolling around the web for better options.
But with Melky proven, the Kevins around for 4th outfielder/backup purposes, and Jose Tabata moving up the depth chart, why do we want more outfielders? Damon and Matsui are on the books until '09.

"Have faith in the Yankees, my son. Think of the great DiMaggio."

by jscape2000 on Jul 26, 2007 11:46 AM EDT up reply actions

Especially

When the Tigers have a surplus of young hard throwing relievers.

The only way I'm going to win a Gold Glove is with a can of spray paint. Reggie Jackson

by yanksfan77 on Jul 26, 2007 11:55 AM EDT up reply actions

Aim high

Verlander. And if they balk at that we fold up our tents, put on a faux scowl and say, "Damn, you guys drive a hard bargain ... okay, you can have him."

We've gotten so little from him, I frankly don't care what we get in return.

"Baseball is the background music of my life." -George Will

by Ronster22 on Jul 26, 2007 3:02 PM EDT reply actions