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by Lord Duggan on Jan 23, 2012 3:00 PM EST in New York Yankees News

Analyzing the Red Sox Shortstop Situation
After flipping both Jed Lowrie and Marco Scutaro, the presumed platoon of Mike Aviles and Nick Punto leaves something to be desired. The next shoe to drop will likely be a starting pitcher, with Roy Oswalt seeming like a logical choice.

Some More Ryan Braun Speculation
There still has been no further resolution to Braun's positive PED test. While a positive test is akin to having your fingerprints on the murder weapon, there have been whispers throughout that Braun might just be innocent. I have nothing novel to share on the subject, but I hope he does come out of this in a better light.

The Latest on Prince Fielder
Twitter rumors that had Fielder on the cusp of signing a deal with the Nationals last night have since cooled off. Twitter! The Nationals and Orioles are both considered to be top suitors.

The Sale of the Dodgers May Yield a Record Price
Got a spare billion dollars?

Yu Darvish Introduced in Texas
Yu-mania is in full effect.

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The Red Stockings have a shortstop in the minors named Inglesias whom they think is the long- term solution.

He can’t hit, but is supposedly a wizard with the glove. The sawx may think he’s a year away, or may call him up on the theory they have enough bats elsewhere in the lineup.

The Yankees should be sold, just to put the sales price record out of reach.

by designatedquitter on Jan 23, 2012 3:19 PM EST reply actions

He put up a 550 OPS, in AAA.

He’s more than a year away, if ever.

by ArunK on Jan 23, 2012 4:56 PM EST up reply actions

Sweeny Murti @YankeesWFAN
Cashman on Montero: “He may very well be the best player I’ve traded.”

Jesus Montero fangirl

by WhatwouldJeterdo on Jan 23, 2012 5:15 PM EST reply actions

absolutely

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 5:41 PM EST up reply actions

Yeah, probably

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 5:47 PM EST up reply actions

you better hope Pineda is the best player you've acquired then

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jan 23, 2012 5:59 PM EST up reply actions

You think he doesn't feel that way?

by Branta on Jan 23, 2012 6:58 PM EST up reply actions

He acquired Arod, didn't he?

Yes, that is Mike Marra.

by TheRealSlimShady on Jan 23, 2012 9:10 PM EST up reply actions

no

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jan 25, 2012 9:35 AM EST up reply actions

The Orioles want Fielder?

Can they even afford him?

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 5:49 PM EST reply actions

yes

Last night, a comedian died in New York. Somebody knows why. Somebody knows

by Rorschach44 on Jan 23, 2012 5:59 PM EST up reply actions

Well then

I guess there’s no reason for them not to do it

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 6:00 PM EST up reply actions

aside from the fact that they would still suck…and that its the Orioles we’re talking about…

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 6:15 PM EST up reply actions

It might get more fans in the seats at least

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 6:16 PM EST up reply actions

that it would

which mean the Orioles are against it.

I’d be ok with it if only to see my Orioles fan friend actually not be depressed when I try to talk about baseball with him.

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 6:18 PM EST up reply actions

New York Yankees @Yankees
“I never thought I would become a New York Yankee so early into my career. This is the best thing in the world.” – Michael Pineda

Awwwww

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 5:50 PM EST reply actions

hmm

so early into my career

Jack Zduriencik didn’t want to lose him so he got rid of him instead.

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 5:55 PM EST up reply actions

Lol that he assumed he would end up a Yankee

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by Brandon C. on Jan 23, 2012 6:02 PM EST up reply actions

Yeahhhh, that’s…odd.

Jesus Montero fangirl

by WhatwouldJeterdo on Jan 23, 2012 6:09 PM EST up reply actions

He aims high for someone who doesn't have a big ego

Although it could just be positive thinking on his part.

"WHO WOULD LEAD?! THE CLOWN?!"

by I'mGivingYouARaise on Jan 23, 2012 6:14 PM EST up reply actions

I think it just means he was planning on steering himself towards the Yankees at some point. And as long as you’re a quality player, envisioning yourself on the team with the most money is pretty reasonable.

And holy crap that may be the most endearing quote ever.

by Chuck Burly on Jan 23, 2012 6:20 PM EST up reply actions

well he does have big shiny gold earrings that spell his name

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 6:16 PM EST up reply actions

Not sure which team wins

Sounds like Cody Ross probably ends up with the #RedSox. Don’t think #Mets wanted to spend > $1 million. And they really need a lefty OF bat

The Red Sox get to pay another middling position player when they desperately need pitching, but the Mets don’t have to pay Cody Ross millions of dollars just to continue to lose.

by jetanumba2 on Jan 23, 2012 5:59 PM EST reply actions