Re: a look at the Yanks 2004 lineup...
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3) Keep keen eyes/ears open for a legitimate CF. Bernie is my fave player on the team, would have to say. His shoulders are holding up well this season (knock on wood), and he's off to a niice start. However, the Yanks would benefit mightily by a AJones/CBeltran/MCameron level of CF (db of course AJones has no peer). Given Bernie's age, hx of shoulder ailments, and switch-hitting ability, moving into the Yanks full-time DH slot would be a natural, i would think.
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I don't really think a new CF is necessary for next year (btw, I love Bernie too!) because I think Bernie has about 3 good seasons left in him ( I mean .310 20 hrs 95 rbi). I don't really see why Matsui couldn't move there either and I think there will be potential call up of Juan Rivera to play LF.
I think next year, at this point, the Yankees should concentrate on their pitching staff. The staff is just getting too old, even the bullpen. Clemens will be gone so a starting spot will be open. From what we've seen from Contreras...so far...he's been a bust and I wouldnt want him starting. I hope they can trade for some young pitching in the offseason. The future is very important at this point in the Yankees dynasty.
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3) Keep keen eyes/ears open for a legitimate CF. Bernie is my fave player on the team, would have to say. His shoulders are holding up well this season (knock on wood), and he's off to a niice start. However, the Yanks would benefit mightily by a AJones/CBeltran/MCameron level of CF (db of course AJones has no peer). Given Bernie's age, hx of shoulder ailments, and switch-hitting ability, moving into the Yanks full-time DH slot would be a natural, i would think.
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I don't really think a new CF is necessary for next year (btw, I love Bernie too!) because I think Bernie has about 3 good seasons left in him ( I mean .310 20 hrs 95 rbi). I don't really see why Matsui couldn't move there either and I think there will be potential call up of Juan Rivera to play LF.
I think next year, at this point, the Yankees should concentrate on their pitching staff. The staff is just getting too old, even the bullpen. Clemens will be gone so a starting spot will be open. From what we've seen from Contreras...so far...he's been a bust and I wouldnt want him starting. I hope they can trade for some young pitching in the offseason. The future is very important at this point in the Yankees dynasty.
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