NFT: Yanks chat 3/21 - Didi update

but at least it wasn't something worse. Hopefully he comes back feeling close to normal.

might make the opening day roster.

Cashman really deserves alot of credit for that acquisition.

Wade. He has has a good spring and could wind up the starter until DiDi is ready.

he has had a good spring etc. etc.

"Didi Gregorius will be out for Opening Day, Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. Gregorius' shoulder will prevent him from baseball activities for two weeks, then he will start a throwing program. Girardi doesn't know yet who will replace Gregorius."

I'd guess he'll miss the first 15 games or so, assuming all goes well with the rehab.

As it wouldn't require a 40-man move. Wade would, as would Tejada or even Kozma.

per RAB:

Gregorius hurt himself making a throw while playing second base in a World Baseball Classic tune-up game in Arizona over the weekend, Girardi told Michael Silverman. The Netherlands clinched a spot in the semifinals last week, and they had a long layoff before last night’s game because they had to travel from Tokyo, so they played an exhibition game to stay sharp.

[gotta love that WBC ...]

So he misses opening day. Think long term not short!

the shoulder was going to go at some point. Maybe getting hurt early turns out to be a blessing. Better to lose him now than in August. A stretch, I know...I get the WBC hate...but maybe it was an inevitable injury.

In comment 13401882 superspynyg said:

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So he misses opening day. Think long term not short!

He's expected to miss all of April. Glad it's not worse, but that's still quite some time to replace him.

getting something for Refsnyder, wouldn't mind seeing Castro temporarily slide to SS and giving Ref an audition at 2B

it could be worse but with Didi coming into his own, i'm pissed he won't get to show whether he is the long term solution right out of the gates.

basically ended Teix's career. Hopefully this is just a bump in the road for Didi. But I'd like to see the Yanks prohibit WBC participation going forward. The players are put in very bad positions injury-wise, as they are forced to fly around the world on a very weird schedule and get into "important game" situations before their bodies are ready.

Just my $.02. I know people think I'm a hater, but this is twice now.

In comment 13402144 Del Shofner said:

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basically ended Teix's career. Hopefully this is just a bump in the road for Didi. But I'd like to see the Yanks prohibit WBC participation going forward. The players are put in very bad positions injury-wise, as they are forced to fly around the world on a very weird schedule and get into "important game" situations before their bodies are ready. Just my $.02. I know people think I'm a hater, but this is twice now.

As a Canadian I haven't been able to watch a single game on MLB.TV live or archived. The WBC can suck my bawls.

In comment 13401812 shelovesnycsports said:

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might make the opening day roster.

I would rather see Wade.

Playing the outfield in pursuit of their project to turn him into a utility guy who can play everywhere, but that's just a guess on my part. If Didi were going to be out for a long time, I think Wade would have a better shot, but in the short term I think they stick with the plan.

if you think he can hit about .250? He may show signs of being a legit SS and you can spin him for another piece. If not, go back to the plan of super utility guy.

Didi is an impressive SS at his size, and if he's going to hit the ball with authority from now on he's a valuable piece. None of the prospects we are gushing about may not be on his level defensively. When is he hitting free agency anyway?

Torreyes and Starlin Castro can play SS with Refsnyder getting some games at 2B. Wade will be available at Scranton if needed. It's easy to get excited about the young players, but there is no reason to rush Wade. Stick to the plan. Let the young players develop.

They'll put Didi on the DL but I don't know whether that opens up a spot on the 40-man (as distinguished from the active) roster. I don't think so.

Of everyday 1B according to Girardi. This is great news. Yanks need the left handed power bat everyday.

In comment 13402739 Del Shofner said:

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They'll put Didi on the DL but I don't know whether that opens up a spot on the 40-man (as distinguished from the active) roster. I don't think so.

You have to put a player on the 60 day DL to open a roster spot. I suspect the easy move would be to put Austin on the 60 day DL, backdated to the injury- and that would open a spot- but the Yanks might have already had a prior plan to use that spot for someone else. We will see.

of the Phillies' spring training park.

Tanaka has held them scoreless through 4.1

because he hit it too damn hard.

Greg Bird follows with 3 run HR.


THE KIDS ARE ALRIGHT.

He looks like a freaking monster out there. Sanchez and Bird alone make this season exciting for me.

SS Gleyber Torres
C Gary Sanchez
1B Greg Bird
DH Aaron Judge
LF Blake Rutherford
RF Clint Frazier
3B Miguel Andujar
2B Wilkerman Garcia

Let's go.

Judge 5th, Castro, etc.

Liked it when the Mets batted Cespedes 2nd too. with a runner on and Bird behind him he will see pitches to hit, and in a tight game has a chance to get one more at bat late

But man, he looks sensational this spring. I would have been happy with a simple repeat of his rookie year performance stretched out over an entire season, but he looks like he's going to do better than that.

Bird obviously recovered from his surgery, is there really a need for Carter. How effective will he be coming off the bench. I believe when they signed him it was as an insurance in case Bird had any setbacks.

In comment 13403118 mitch300 said:

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Bird obviously recovered from his surgery, is there really a need for Carter. How effective will he be coming off the bench. I believe when they signed him it was as an insurance in case Bird had any setbacks.

That's what I have been asking. But, it's not just Bird. Judge, Holliday. I guess Carter is insurance for an injury and to give each of these guys a day off a week. But, I don't really want Carter's bat in the lineup 3 or times a week. His power is nice, but the Ks and his other numbers are terrible.

In comment 13403009 bceagle05 said:

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He looks like a freaking monster out there. Sanchez and Bird alone make this season exciting for me.

It's like night and day from the AFL, where he had an explosive first game and then did nothing. He has been an absolute monster this Spring. He's hitting for average and power. The doubles, for me, are just as good an indicator as the HRs.

In comment 13402747 shelovesnycsports said:

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Of everyday 1B according to Girardi. This is great news. Yanks need the left handed power bat everyday.

This is great news!

But, how likely is this? On an everyday basis, aren't we likely to see the combination of Ellsbury and Gardner in the 1/2 slots? That likely puts Bird at 5 or 6.

In comment 13403148 Matt M. said:

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But, how likely is this? On an everyday basis, aren't we likely to see the combination of Ellsbury and Gardner in the 1/2 slots? That likely puts Bird at 5 or 6.

Girardi already has said that the Gardy/Ells duo at 1-2 will be broken up

In comment 13403158 Victor in CT said:

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In comment 13403148 Matt M. said: Quote: But, how likely is this? On an everyday basis, aren't we likely to see the combination of Ellsbury and Gardner in the 1/2 slots? That likely puts Bird at 5 or 6. Girardi already has said that the Gardy/Ells duo at 1-2 will be broken up

I didn't catch that. Thanks. Who is moving down and how far?

Change was filthy, curve was impressive, velo not elite (90-92, though he has the frame to potentially throw harder) but his spin rates were some of the best in the draft. Could be an elite pitching prospect by year's end.