Elias free agent rankings released

Before you say the Yanks need to sign player X, please check to see if you would give up a high draft pick for him. FYI, Lackey, Bay and Holliday are all Type-A's. (h/t to BTF)

10 days ago Travis G 7 comments 0 recs |

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Randy Johnson

is a type B free agent at 46.

Jason Varitek is a type B as well.

Matsui is MIA

Wonder exactly what they are looking at to arrive at these rankings.

by NYYankeeDude on Nov 9, 2009 10:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Matsui was projected to be a Type B towards the end of the season

He’s probably not listed yet because he had just filed for FA today. Along with Johnny Damon, Eric Hinske, Xavier Nady, and Jose Molina.

Elias guards their ranking formulas like McDonald’s to their secret sauce.

by Scooby Snacks on Nov 9, 2009 10:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

They leave thousand island dressing out in the sun?

by Jugwine on Nov 9, 2009 10:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

But Damon made the list.

So that doesn’t seem to be the reason. Could be though. Not trying to argue with you by the way. Just sayin is all.

by NYYankeeDude on Nov 9, 2009 10:50 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Matsui didn’t make it because he didn’t play enough the last 2 seasons, and as an outfielder he’s compared to the highest value offensive players (OF/1B) where as Varitek gets compared to less productive peers.

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

by jscape2000 on Nov 9, 2009 11:10 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I think you overestimate the budget

I suspect they are trying to lower the payroll to $190-195, so I suspect they have just $15-20m to play with.

I am taking Pettite back first and foremost, but I think you assume he’s already back.

I’d try to shore up the OF with Damon and Cameron. Offer Damon 1 year with options, and Cameron 2. If one declines, take the extra money to ensure the other. If neither returns, hold the money and use it for a mid-season acquisition.

by misterd on Nov 10, 2009 5:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs