With no playoffs in 2008 and a new stadium opening in 2009, the Yankees are trying their hardest to make the three top free-agent starting pitchers extremely rich. But it takes two parties to finish a deal.
Imagine the horror in the Big Apple if the Yankees somehow struck out on CC Sabathia, A.J. Burnett and Derek Lowe.
That would be the ultimate low blow to the Yankees' self-esteem and would leave manager Joe Girardi wondering how he's going to fill the 200 innings he got from Mike Mussina, who is retiring. It might force general manager Brian Cashman to stop trying to get Andy Pettitte to take a pay cut. And it could happen. Continue
It seems to be the case that they may strike out on all 3 pitchers. Probably expect young guys part 2 minus Andy.
Posted by: Jon | December 02, 2008 at 10:47 AM