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Yankees Notes for 2/4
Other posts: Cody Bellinger thoughts Ryan Weathers acquisition 2/4, Part 2 I am working on a Top 30 prospects list. I hope to finish that before Spring Training. Depends how motivated I am every day. 1. Update on players designated for assignment Outfielder Michael Siani was claimed off waivers by the Dodgers. This will be his second stint with […]
Continue reading Yankees Notes for 2/4A Look at David Robertson’s Career
The Yankees had a fun draft in 2006. In the first round, they nabbed Ian Kennedy and Joba Chamberlain. Rounds 8 and 9 produced Dellin Betances and Mark Melancon. But when you go down the full 50-round list, another name stands out: Alabama reliever David Robertson, chosen in the 17th round. Pitchers the Yankees chose before him include Tim Norton, Casey Erickson, Nicholas […]
Continue reading A Look at David Robertson’s CareerYankees Notes for 1/28
1. The Yankees acquire RHP Angel Chivilli from the Rockies for 1B T.J. Rumfield As I said the other day, I was a card-carrying member of the “Free Colter Bean!” club. While I was never in such a club for Rumfield, he likely deserves at least a chance to show what he can do. That […]
Continue reading Yankees Notes for 1/28My Take: Thoughts on Keith Law & Prospects
There was a time in my life when I was anti-Keith Law. I wasn’t a fan of his rankings or takes. A few years ago, I decided to take a deeper look into why. Why is it that everyone downplays what Law says while propping up Baseball America, Fangraphs, Pipeline, etc? It dawned on me: People […]
Continue reading My Take: Thoughts on Keith Law & ProspectsYankees Notes for 1/23
Other posts: Cody Bellinger thoughts Ryan Weathers acquisition 1/22/26 1. The Yankees claim OF Michael Siani, designate RHP Kaleb Ort for assignment The 26-year-old Siani was the Reds’ 4th round pick in the 2018 draft. He has played in 160 games over the last five seasons with the Reds and Cardinals. The Cardinals gave him an extended […]
Continue reading Yankees Notes for 1/23Yankees Notes for 1/22
Other posts: Cody Bellinger thoughts Ryan Weathers acquisition 1. The Yankees claim utility player Marco Luciano The Yankees’ haul during the international signing period wasn’t overly impressive, so they decided to claim a former top international prospect. In 2018, as one of the best prospects on the international market, Luciano was given a $2.6 million bonus […]
Continue reading Yankees Notes for 1/22My Take: Yankees Re-Sign Cody Bellinger
November 3, 2025: Cody Bellinger opts out of his contract, turning down $20 million (he received $5 million for opting out). November 4, 2025 – January 20, 2026: Rumors persist that Bellinger is the Yankees’ #1 target. No rumors suggest that anyone else is seriously interested. To be exact, Jon Heyman had to bring out an old […]
Continue reading My Take: Yankees Re-Sign Cody BellingerMy Take: Cody Bellinger Saga Drags On
I am conflicted. On one hand, the Yankees probably need Cody Bellinger. On the other hand, I can understand drawing a line in the sand. The Yankees, using media leaks (fair is fair – Scott Boras does it too), are telling the world that there won’t be a bidding war for Bellinger. They are willing to […]
Continue reading My Take: Cody Bellinger Saga Drags OnYankees Notes and Opinions for 1/15
Other articles: Ryan Weathers trade Cody Bellinger thoughts 1. International Signing Day There was a rumor earlier this month that the Yankees decided to void all their “handshake” deals with international free agents. The biggest name they lost was Wandy Asigen, who signed for $3.9M with the Mets. It seems there might have been some truth […]
Continue reading Yankees Notes and Opinions for 1/15Yankees MILB Report 1/14: New Prospects Enter Top 30
Ryan Weathers Trade Analysis Not long ago, people online were panicking over Allen Facundo being left off the Yankees’ 40-man roster. Last night, the Yankees traded three prospects on their Pipeline Top 30. Who wasn’t added after the trade? Allen Facundo. First, let’s talk about the Marlins: Dillon Lewis is ranked 14th. Brendan Jones is ranked 15th. Neither Dylan Jasso nor […]
Continue reading Yankees MILB Report 1/14: New Prospects Enter Top 30