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IF the Yanks hold on to Voit to play 1B (which would be against my wishes lol), I thought either of these two LH'ed hitters could back him up @ 1B:
Player Batting Comparison: Mitch Moreland vs. Brad Miller | Stathead.com
I've been eying Moreland as a 1B backup for the past couple of seasons, I like his bat. But I think Miller could also produce in the same role and also backup 2B.
Both have been able to produce results with less than regular playing time (which I think is an acquired skill). Miller is 32 and was a solid platoon player this past season. Moreland is 35 and hasn't played in many games the past couple of seasons.
My guess is both would be agreeable to a one-year deal for a pretty modest/low salary ($4-5M?)"Somebody once asked me if I ever went up to the plate trying to hit a home run. I said, 'Sure, every time.'" -- Mickey MantleComment
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If the Yanks go down the Voit at 1B route (which I like because I think he is underrated), I would prefer they spend a bit more and go after Kyle Seager. Then, they have an alignment with Seager, Urshela, Gleyber, and Voit, with DJ as a super sub (who would still likely get 500ish ABs in that role and could easily supplant Gleyber as the starter).Originally posted by sjb23 View Post
For those who say Voit is a DH, I think Voit can be adequate defensively (on a go forward basis, he wasn't very good in the past) assuming less "foot stuff" and continued great work ethic.
Biggest risk here is if Urshela can't handle SS. If that pans out, they have better options than last year with minor leaguers: Peraza, Cabrera, and Volpe. They could also try Gleyber back there in a pinch (he was actually fine defensively for the middle 100 games or so but it may have impaired his offense during that time - and he was abysmal defensively at the beginning and the end). Even if the Yanks don't like this idea (even as an emergency option), I don't know what Cashman gained by saying so publicly (Gleyber's best value to us may be as a trade chip and not pretending that he might be able to play SS seems unhelpful to his value).
These big, long term contracts usually don't work out and Correa and Story have flags, both have had recent mediocre offensive seasons and Correa in particular has had trouble staying on the field (and is currently reportedly dealing with some type of lower back issue). With a lot of young talent on the horizon for our infield spots (we also have Sweeney and hopefully Arias down the line), I feel good about the cautious approach to this SS class. The worst part of not getting a great SS now is that we are at the peak part of the window for much of our cost controlled talent.Comment
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If we define the box in 2022 as the playoffs, then I disagree; the Yankees are certainly thinking outside of the box.Originally posted by sjb23 View PostComment
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I'd be hugely disappointed if they pencil in Urshela as the starting SS and just have backup plans if he doesn't do well - that's just filling a hole and creating yet more question marks in my mind. The prospects aren't ready to play important roles in 2022 and shouldn't be rushed up.Originally posted by Strategerie View Post
Gleyber is expendable IMO and should be part of a trade package that will improve the roster. There may be organizations who feel they can "fix" him and can afford to take on some risk for his potential ceiling and settle for his potential floor.
IMO they need an above-average defensive SS that can be expected to play 140 games. I don't think they should expect or need offensive production out of the position - defensive skills should be preferred. Urshela is best-suited for 3B and as a backup @ SS only in a pinch.
"Somebody once asked me if I ever went up to the plate trying to hit a home run. I said, 'Sure, every time.'" -- Mickey MantleComment
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I’m comfortable in my skin. I’ve lived it. And no, I’m not “smarmily” chastising people. I’m calling you out, FULL STOP.Originally posted by False1 View Post
My shtick is that I suffered a TBI. I get what he went through. What about you? Do you know what it’s like to have your bell rung like that? At all?
You don’t. So, no. I’m pointing out your ignorance (maybe the board’s too), and I don’t care if you consider me an embarrassment given your position.“Nobody teaches life anything.” - Gabriel García MárquezComment
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I’ll lay off but he showed a *stunning* ignorance here. Embarrassing, even.Originally posted by matt2351 View Post“Nobody teaches life anything.” - Gabriel García MárquezComment
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Nice sermon.Originally posted by ojo View Post
Here's the entirety of my post you responded to:
I say the Yankees possibly should have identified something problematic (like a TBI), and that Frazier should have been open with them (about his symptoms). And as such bad mouthing the organization (while publicly praising Cashman) seemed curious to me. We good so far? Any of that not ok?I don't get Frazier's angle here honestly. He hinted that there was something really devious going on. It seems like the Yankees, as they've been known to do, might have misjudged what their eyes should have told them, but Frazier admits he didn't communicate what was going to to trainers, Boone or anyone else for fear of losing his starting role. So he has a hand in that as well. So I don't really understand the animosity from the former player frankly.
Also, I wonder if he shared this with the Cubs before signing. I mean, if bumping into a wall puts you in a "fighting for [your] life" state, how's that ivy-padded wall in Wrigley gonna work out?
I then question, given his lack of honesty with his prior employer, whether he was up front with his prospective employer. I used quotes not to mock his words, but because those were his literal words. And if walls are a problem, which clearly they seem to be, playing outfield in the one park that has no padding on it's walls other than ivy seems like a questionable strategy for someone with a TBI and a habit of running into walls.
I'm sorry about your TBI, but you're acting like I caused it or I'm out here saying he's a loser for not sucking it up and playing through it. Quite the contrary. I wish he wouldn't have tried to play through it. I wanted Frazier to pan out, in spite of my reservations about his demeanor. I rooted for him, and in some respects will continue to do so. I wasn't downplaying his injury.
So, care to explain to me what offense you take from my "position"?
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IMO Frazier didn't say anything that should be considered bad-mouthing the organization. My takeaway is he's happy to leave, but I believe it's more about his entire experience as a Yankee, which included too many rocky times, IMO.
Overall, I think this has become a bigger story than it actually is, based on some tweets and comments made by a 27 yr old guy that really has no reason to be in the limelight and has never seemed comfortable in it."Somebody once asked me if I ever went up to the plate trying to hit a home run. I said, 'Sure, every time.'" -- Mickey MantleComment
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I'm not sure I agree, but at least in my posts I was referring to the spate of vague comments made before he signed with the Cubs. He seemed to imply that there was some tea to spill in terms of his injury and how the team handled it. Instead of delivering that, he signed with the Cubs and in his tweets announcing that to his followers took several passive aggressive shots at the Yankees.Originally posted by sjb23 View Post
He's already said he's cool with Cashman, cordial with Boone and good with his ex-teammates, so I'm presuming his angst is geared towards others. I have no issue with Frazier badmouthing Waldman or Kay's treatment of him, as both situations (the former with the #7 rumor and the latter chiding him for "not coming back healthy") were unprofessional and in my opinion unfair. If that is what he's hinting at, go for it. Enough passive aggressive stuff. Rip the bandaid off and move on.
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Yankees Coaching for 2022
Returning:
Aaron Boone(manager)
Matt Blake(pitching coach)
Carlos Mendoza(bench coach)
Mike Harkey(bullpen coach)
New:
Tanner Swanson (Catching Coach)
Dillon Lawson(Hitting coach)
Casey Dykes(Assistant hitting coach)
Eric Chavez(Assistant hitting coach)
Desi Druschel(Assistant pitching coach)
Travis Chapman(1B coach)
Luis Rojas(3B coach)Comment
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Do any of the new guys have any serious broadcasting experience?Originally posted by OhSoSlick View PostBrian Cashman: "I have no idea."Comment
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A nice long list of scapegoats. Just grab 2-3 from there that have been with the team longest.Originally posted by OhSoSlick View PostComment
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I think Eric Chavez has dabbled.Originally posted by JDPNYY View Post
I don't think Swanson is new. He has been working with Sanchez and is responsible for his new stance. Unless that was just a special assignment without coach status?
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