After missing almost two weeks of action with a groin injury, Andrew Brackman finally made his spring debut for the Yankees in yesterday’s exhibition game against the Braves. Even before the setback, it was going to be a tall order for the young right hander to head north with the club, but his eventual promotion […]
Archive for March 9th, 2011
Standing Tall: Slim Love’s Rise from Bar Room to Big Leagues
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Cuban Missile Crisis: Did Yanks Make Mega-Offer to Aroldis Chapman? If Not, Why Didn’t They?
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A recent tweet by Sports Illustrated’s Melissa Segura suggested that the Yankees made an offer to Aroldis Chapman that was in excess of $54 million. Considering that the Cuban fireballer signed with the Cincinnati Reds for $30 million, Segura’s claim was met by more than a few raised eyebrows. Hardball Talk’s Craig Calcaterra, who is […]