probably the right time to trade him. We're a little thin in the infield now but Headley is replaceable. Good guy though, he had a lot of clout in the locker room. They all loved him.
Always appreciated the way he handled himself in good times and bad. He was a good transitional/stopgap type player, and this is the right time to move him. Need to find a little insurance for Bird at first though.
he was a good soldier and helped us make the playoffs last year and persevere through the injuries in the regular season. Just not really an every day guy any more.
RE: no complaints with Headley. He handled himself like a pro.
There was talk at season's end that he didn't really have a role on the team. He wasn't going to start, and they have number of good arms for the bull pen
Interesting. Sherman is usually a good source. He was on the Stanton deal earlier than anyone. Makes sense. Move opens up a couple 40 man spots. Mitchell has good stuff, but he doesn't seem to have enough to really get a good shot with Yanks...and he was fringy 40 man guy anyway, mentioned as a possible casualty going forward. And Headley is making 13 million this year in last year of his deal.
But with Castro gone and 2B now open, having 3B also open may be a little much for the young guys to fill. Wonder if Frazier would be amenable to a 1-2 year deal to return. I would much rather have him over Headley. Just didn't think it was realistic...as we would have to move Headley (and have most if not all salary taken on by new team) and re-sign Frazier at a deal that was worth it for both him and Yanks. But part one is now done, we'll see about part 2.
Why? Mitchell doesn't really have that much value. He's 26, is starting to potentially look like a AAAA guy, and most teams have their own iteration of him already. Moving Headley's salary is more valuable to NYY in the long term than hanging onto Mitchell. And it's unlikely that Cashman could have gotten rid of Headley without including Mitchell otherwise he would have done exactly that.
and he did a good job at 1B when they needed him too.
yup - he had his flaws but he definitely handled himself like a pro and made good contributions in the second half of the season last year. Selling "high" on him probably the best idea, though. Good move by Cash.
but the precursor. There is another trade/signing coming. I just have the feeling it is Frazier. Don't believe that Andujar is ready.
Now maybe 3rd Base is open for Torres and Andujar to compete over and Wade and Torreyes compete for 2nd base..?
That's right, Machado. May have to stand firm on that one year deal then ;-)
Although I really doubt Frazier takes one year. 2 may do it, but I had read he is expected to get a 3 year deal in 30's. Not sure how accurate that estimate is.
RE: no complaints with Headley. He handled himself like a pro.
"Blash" is actually a guy's name. I thought it might be some insider slang relating to a salary dump. Or maybe it is now. Blash looks pretty useless on the Yanks based on what I can find out about him.
Y not! The O will make up for any fielding mistakes by Torres, Bird, and anyone else.
And the cash and cap savings.
Wonder what the Toddfather would sign for?
Yippeee.
Well Headley was a good soldier and he quietly played decent baseball.
True, but I think Heller and Holder will be better pitchers long run.
good point. He was a vet who'd played 3rd his whole life and went to 1st without a peep in August to help the team.
Frazier has "only" made $25 million in his career so far. This might be he last chance to to sign a big contract. I think he chases the money.
But with Castro gone and 2B now open, having 3B also open may be a little much for the young guys to fill. Wonder if Frazier would be amenable to a 1-2 year deal to return. I would much rather have him over Headley. Just didn't think it was realistic...as we would have to move Headley (and have most if not all salary taken on by new team) and re-sign Frazier at a deal that was worth it for both him and Yanks. But part one is now done, we'll see about part 2.
Why? Mitchell doesn't really have that much value. He's 26, is starting to potentially look like a AAAA guy, and most teams have their own iteration of him already. Moving Headley's salary is more valuable to NYY in the long term than hanging onto Mitchell. And it's unlikely that Cashman could have gotten rid of Headley without including Mitchell otherwise he would have done exactly that.
yup - he had his flaws but he definitely handled himself like a pro and made good contributions in the second half of the season last year. Selling "high" on him probably the best idea, though. Good move by Cash.
Now maybe 3rd Base is open for Torres and Andujar to compete over and Wade and Torreyes compete for 2nd base..?
That's right, Machado. May have to stand firm on that one year deal then ;-)
Although I really doubt Frazier takes one year. 2 may do it, but I had read he is expected to get a 3 year deal in 30's. Not sure how accurate that estimate is.
Which is more than you can say about Bryan Mitchell.