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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell
The best part is that IMO there are no other star types except for Teixeria left. The Yankees need a CF and there are no viable FA's out there. They need a RF and there arent any of those that arent flawed in one way or another. They still need more starting pitching and Burnett and Sheets are the 2 best but are injury risks. Lowe is a good pitcher but I wouldnt tie up a lot of money in him. The bullpen still lacks depth, Cano, Jeter, Posada and whoever plays CF is the majors worst up the middle defense. Swisher at 1st is coming off his worst season. Posada is still a question mark physically. Playing Molina more than occasionally is like playing a game where you only get 24 outs. Matsui has a bad knee. And hank expects them to win the WS. They are the third best team in their own division and if Boston signs tex the gap gets wider.
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I look for Toronto to make a huge move up this season. The Yankees have too many holes to fill and like you said, there are precious few high impact possibilities left to buy contention.
Unless the Rays start addressing their needs, Boston can walk through this year. The deal for Hermida fell through (Rays are unwilling to part with their pitching prospects) but are rumored to be in talks with the Cardinals and close to a deal involving Rick Ankiel for Sonnestine and/or Jackson. They still haven't address the bullpen situation (legit closer)