Around the Empire: Yankees news - 7/19/15

Newsday | Mike Gavin: A look into the journey Rob Refsnyder took from South Korea to the Bronx.

MLB Daily Dish | Scott Gelman: The Yankees were seen to be scouting Scott Kazmir during his latest start for the Oakland Athletics.

Times-Tribune | Donnie Collins: Greg Bird talks about his defense at first base, his time in the Arizona Fall League, and adjusting to life in Triple-A.

MLB.com | Grace Raynor: It's become clear that Joe Girardi sees Stephen Drew as a utility player going forward.

It's About the Money | EJ Fagan: There's an argument to be made that the Yankees should not only trade for Jonathan Papelbon, but also make him the new closer.

New York Post | Fred Kerber: Brian McCann has put himself among some pretty good company now that his offensive production has improved this year.

Fangraphs | Carson Cistulli: Rookie Davis once again makes a list for some of the most compelling fringe prospects in baseball.