Masahiro Tanaka will not be posted, which is bad news for the Indians
With perhaps the most-coveted pitcher removed from the market, the price for those remaining goes up.The Rakuten Golden Eagles will not allow MLB teams to bid on star pitching Masahiro Tanaka(according...
View ArticleYankees Hot Stove: The coming 40-man roster crunch
Are we witnessing the last days of Vernon Wells and Eduardo Nunez?If you haven't noticed yet, the 40-man roster is currently full. That's why Carlos Beltran, Brian Roberts, and Matt Thornton aren't on...
View ArticleMike Mussina and the Hall of Fame argument
Though he's not necessarily getting a lot of buzz outside the saber community for the Hall of Fame, there are many reasons why Mike Mussina should be in the Hall.When you look through the 1990s and...
View ArticleYankees hot stove: What is the outlook for third base in 2014?
After the signing of Brian Roberts, the Yankees have a couple of options to play 2B, but who is going to play third?Going into the offseason, there were a number of questions up in the air regarding...
View ArticleYankees sign Carlos Beltran: Designate Brett Marshall for assignment
Called itThe Yankees signed Carlos Beltran about two weeks ago and it had yet to be official. The hold up could be any number of things, but it is likely because they needed to figure out who they were...
View ArticlePinstripe Alley Podcast Episode 30: Tanya's Bob Lorenz impression
Tanya, Jason, Greg, and Andrew go through podcast group therapy trying to get over the Robinson Cano signing while looking forward to the possibilities of 2014.What is life without Robinson Cano? We'll...
View ArticleHow will Teixeira perform with surgery in the rear-view mirror?
The Yankees need Mark Teixeira in the heart of the lineup, but there are legitimate concerns aside from his wrist that make his ability to deliver questionable.Losing Robinson Cano has placed the onus...
View ArticleThe New York Yankees and the $189 million MacGuffin
The Yankees' stated goal keeping payroll under $189 million in 2014? Yeah, not actually a thing.The Yankees have wanted us to believe for several months now that their goal is to sneak under the $189...
View ArticleMichael Pineda might be more important than Masahiro Tanaka
Michael Pineda could very well help round out the rotation, with or without Masahiro Tanaka.A wise man once said, "The waiting game sucks. Let's play Hungry Hungry Hippo." This is pretty much the most...
View ArticleAround the Empire: New York Yankees News - 12/20/13
Last Time on Pinstripe AlleyMichael Pineda might be more important than Masahiro TanakaHow will Teixeira perform with surgery in the rear-view mirror?Pinstripe Alley Podcast Episode 30: Tanya's Bob...
View ArticleTop Moments Tournament: 1980-99 (#1) vs (#4)
Was a perfect game or a game-winning World Series slam the bigger highlight for the late-'90s dynasty Yankees?The Pinstripe Alley Top Moments Tournament enters the second round of the 1980-1999...
View ArticleWho will replace Derek Jeter?
After almost two decades of Derek Jeter, who will be found at shortstop once he departs?While Derek Jeter has not officially announced his retirement, it is safe to say that that day will come soon. It...
View ArticleYankees Rumors: Shin-Soo Choo deal broke down over $3 million
It was previously reported that the Yankees, after already signing Jacoby Ellsbury to a seven-year, $153 million contract, extended a $140 million deal to Shin-Soo Choo. It was said that Scott Boras...
View ArticleKevin Youkilis signs with Rakuten Golden Eagles
The Yankees' injury-ravaged supposed third baseman from 2013 will have a new home. He will not be missed.After receiving a one-year, $12 million contract just a year ago, Kevin Youkilis will have to...
View ArticleYankees sell Yamaico Navarro to Korea
Remember that time the Yankees added several minor league infielders in an attempt to supplement their thin Triple-A roster? They signed Yamaico Navarro, Zelous Wheeler and traded for Dean Anna in...
View ArticleThis Day in Marlins History: Marlins acquire Kurt Abbott
Twenty years ago, the Marlins acquired infielder Kurt Abbott for a speedy young minor league outfielder named Kerwin Moore.Twenty years ago, the Marlins acquired a helpful piece to their team's early...
View ArticleKevin Youkilis to sign with Rakuten Golden Eagles
Three-time All-Star Kevin Youkilis will spend the 2014 season playing in Japan. Kevin Youkilis, whose major-league career has been plagued by injuries, has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with the...
View ArticleKevin Youkilis joins Rakuten Golden Eagles
The former All-Star will spend 2014 playing in Japan.Kevin Youkilis has reached an agreement with the Rakuten Golden Eagles that will have him spend the 2014 season in Japan, according to Patrick...
View ArticleMasahiro Tanaka narrows choice of agent, per report
The potential Japanese import narrowed his choice down to three agentsMasahiro Tanaka has narrowed his choice of agent down to Casey Close, Arn Tellem and Mark Pieper per a Yahoo! Japan report.This...
View ArticleAround the Empire: New York Yankees News - 12/21/13
Last Time on Pinstripe AlleyYankees sell Yamaico Navarro to KoreaYankees hire Gary Tuck and Trey HillmanKevin Youkilis signs with Rakuten Golden EaglesYankees Rumors: Shin-Soo Choo deal broke down over...
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