Comments on: ESPN: Yanks Acquire Swisher, Absolve Themselves of Betemit http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/ Thoughts and opinions from a die-hard Yankees fan in the Midwest on the 2009 World Series Champions Sun, 15 Nov 2009 23:22:06 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: jasonheartland http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7559 jasonheartland Mon, 17 Nov 2008 01:21:31 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7559 I get that impression too, Mike. I'd prefer they pursue Teixeira, but that seems unlikely given various statements from Yankee execs and their focus on pitching. I'd be surprised if K-Rod didn't land with the Mets, given their bullpen problems in recent years and Wagner's serious injury. Swisher is a good glove at first, he hustles, works counts and walks, and is energetic. I don't see his .219/.332 repeating themselves in 2009, especially in the Yanks' lineup. All has been well, but very busy with job market stuff and more. In fact, we seem to have cross-posted. I was at The Frieze earlier today after lots of outdoor work. I've probably filled a good 45 lawn bags, with several more due this week. It was good working weather outside--32 or so, but only a slight breeze. I still have some wood chopping to do this week as well. I get that impression too, Mike. I’d prefer they pursue Teixeira, but that seems unlikely given various statements from Yankee execs and their focus on pitching. I’d be surprised if K-Rod didn’t land with the Mets, given their bullpen problems in recent years and Wagner’s serious injury. Swisher is a good glove at first, he hustles, works counts and walks, and is energetic. I don’t see his .219/.332 repeating themselves in 2009, especially in the Yanks’ lineup.

All has been well, but very busy with job market stuff and more. In fact, we seem to have cross-posted. I was at The Frieze earlier today after lots of outdoor work. I’ve probably filled a good 45 lawn bags, with several more due this week. It was good working weather outside–32 or so, but only a slight breeze. I still have some wood chopping to do this week as well.

]]> By: Mike S. http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7556 Mike S. Sun, 16 Nov 2008 21:32:49 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7556 Seeing what I've seen since this post, it really looks like Swisher is the 1B. The average isn't much, but his walks and pitches seen per AB are good. I think the Yanks are not into the Teixeira sweepstakes and that the Angels, having not tendered Garrett Anderson and with the probable loss of K-Rod (Mets?) will do all they can to retain Teix. Hope all is well. Seeing what I’ve seen since this post, it really looks like Swisher is the 1B. The average isn’t much, but his walks and pitches seen per AB are good. I think the Yanks are not into the Teixeira sweepstakes and that the Angels, having not tendered Garrett Anderson and with the probable loss of K-Rod (Mets?) will do all they can to retain Teix.

Hope all is well.

]]> By: jasonheartland http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7549 jasonheartland Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:12:34 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7549 Thanks for dropping by, Steve. It's a good point on your part about how Cashman phrased his remarks but, if people like Joel Sherman as well as Cashman and Hal Steinbrenner are to be believed, the arms really will be the focus and they might well live with Swisher. I still want the Yanks to pursue Teixeira, but right now that seems not to be a priority. Thanks for dropping by, Steve. It’s a good point on your part about how Cashman phrased his remarks but, if people like Joel Sherman as well as Cashman and Hal Steinbrenner are to be believed, the arms really will be the focus and they might well live with Swisher. I still want the Yanks to pursue Teixeira, but right now that seems not to be a priority.

]]> By: jasonheartland http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7548 jasonheartland Sun, 16 Nov 2008 01:10:45 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7548 Thanks for dropping by, Jimmy. I'd love to see Swisher as a strong bench player, but my hunch is he'll be playing first for the Yanks. It would be great if the Yanks really spent and went after Teixeira, but indications are that they'll invest in pitching and thus save on position players. I still wouldn't doubt Giambi re-signing to DH, but my gut says the Yanks are done with him. I don't want to see the Yankees pass on Teixeira either. But their offer to Sabathia, and likely pending offers to Burnett and Lowe indicate a lot. Not only do they want to spend on arms, they might also be willing to do without Pettite. It could be that they're driving down Lefty's price and leverage, but I think the Yanks seem willing to move on across the board in a way I've not seen them do in some time. Thanks for dropping by, Jimmy. I’d love to see Swisher as a strong bench player, but my hunch is he’ll be playing first for the Yanks. It would be great if the Yanks really spent and went after Teixeira, but indications are that they’ll invest in pitching and thus save on position players. I still wouldn’t doubt Giambi re-signing to DH, but my gut says the Yanks are done with him. I don’t want to see the Yankees pass on Teixeira either. But their offer to Sabathia, and likely pending offers to Burnett and Lowe indicate a lot. Not only do they want to spend on arms, they might also be willing to do without Pettite. It could be that they’re driving down Lefty’s price and leverage, but I think the Yanks seem willing to move on across the board in a way I’ve not seen them do in some time.

]]> By: jimmy27nyy http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7544 jimmy27nyy Sat, 15 Nov 2008 21:53:38 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7544 Hey, Jason ... I think the trade for Nick Swisher is a good move by the Yankees, because the deal now gives the Yankees a good "role" player off the bench [something they have not had in recent years]. That's my view of this trade, because that is the type of player I consider Swisher to be -- a "fill-in" at first base; a player who can play all three outfield positions; pinch-hit; and maybe DH a few games -- a solid "bench-player", but not a starter, [at least, not on the Yankees]. I really hope the Yankees are not serious about using Swisher as our starting first baseman. I think it is very important for the Yankees to sign Mark Teixeira, an "all-star", who can be the Yankees starting first baseman for the next 7-10 years. Money should not be an issue in any deals the Yankees are considering; and, with this said, I hope the Yankees do not pass on Tex because they now think they have a starting first baseman in Nick Swisher. This approach was tried last year with many "Nick Swisher" type players at [1B - DH -PH] -- Duncan; Betemit; Ensberg; Lane; Sexson; etc ... and, it was a major failure !!! I think it is "a must" for the Yankees to sign Mark Teixeira !!! Also, trading away Wilson Betemit as part of the Swisher deal was a big plus for the Yankees. Take care, Jason ... -- Jimmy [27NYY] http://baseballtheyankeesandlife.mlblogs.com/ Hey, Jason …

I think the trade for Nick Swisher is a good move by the Yankees, because the deal now gives the Yankees a good “role” player off the bench [something they have not had in recent years].

That’s my view of this trade, because that is the type of player I consider Swisher to be — a “fill-in” at first base; a player who can play all three outfield positions; pinch-hit; and maybe DH a few games — a solid “bench-player”, but not a starter, [at least, not on the Yankees].

I really hope the Yankees are not serious about using Swisher as our starting first baseman. I think it is very important for the Yankees to sign Mark Teixeira, an “all-star”, who can be the Yankees starting first baseman for the next 7-10 years.

Money should not be an issue in any deals the Yankees are considering; and, with this said, I hope the Yankees do not pass on Tex because they now think they have a starting first baseman in Nick Swisher. This approach was tried last year with many “Nick Swisher” type players at [1B - DH -PH] — Duncan; Betemit; Ensberg; Lane; Sexson; etc … and, it was a major failure !!!

I think it is “a must” for the Yankees to sign Mark Teixeira !!!

Also, trading away Wilson Betemit as part of the Swisher deal was a big plus for the Yankees.

Take care, Jason …

– Jimmy [27NYY]

http://baseballtheyankeesandlife.mlblogs.com/

]]> By: Steve T. http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7536 Steve T. Fri, 14 Nov 2008 13:48:11 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7536 I've always liked this guy. Kind of feel bad for him, though. Cashman admitted he'd be the starting first baseman if the season started today, but then quickly added, "but the season doesn't start today." Sounds like Swisher will be a super utility man. I’ve always liked this guy. Kind of feel bad for him, though. Cashman admitted he’d be the starting first baseman if the season started today, but then quickly added, “but the season doesn’t start today.” Sounds like Swisher will be a super utility man.

]]> By: jasonheartland http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7535 jasonheartland Fri, 14 Nov 2008 02:25:34 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7535 Joe, I think Swisher's a pretty good player too, and should be better than .219/.332 last year. He's got good pop in his bat. He probably is meant to start. I'd just rather see the Yanks get Teixeira, so I was speaking somewhat out of hope that Swisher ends up there. But given this move, it seems the Yankees are looking elsewhere, clearly pitching. If nothing else, Swisher's reasonable salary keeps money free for the arms. Joe, I think Swisher’s a pretty good player too, and should be better than .219/.332 last year. He’s got good pop in his bat. He probably is meant to start. I’d just rather see the Yanks get Teixeira, so I was speaking somewhat out of hope that Swisher ends up there. But given this move, it seems the Yankees are looking elsewhere, clearly pitching. If nothing else, Swisher’s reasonable salary keeps money free for the arms.

]]> By: jasonheartland http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7534 jasonheartland Fri, 14 Nov 2008 01:08:29 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7534 I don't see Swisher playing CF, Mike. I watched him a bit with the Sox and, though he's not terrible, he's really not a great CF. I'd prefer he play first if anywhere regularly. Depending on what the Yankees do with Matsui and Damon, he could also play left. I don’t see Swisher playing CF, Mike. I watched him a bit with the Sox and, though he’s not terrible, he’s really not a great CF. I’d prefer he play first if anywhere regularly. Depending on what the Yankees do with Matsui and Damon, he could also play left.

]]> By: mike http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7533 mike Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:01:16 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7533 no tex... unless swish in gonna play CF, but can he? no tex… unless swish in gonna play CF, but can he?

]]> By: Joe http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/2008/11/13/espn-yanks-acquire-swisher-absolve-themselves-of-betemit/#comment-7532 Joe Thu, 13 Nov 2008 22:07:32 +0000 http://heartlandpinstripes.wordpress.com/?p=1081#comment-7532 I believe that Swisher is a pretty good player. He can play multiple positions, and his career numbers are far better than his 2008 down year. He would be a truly great bench player if he reverts to form. But he is a starter; can play right, center if needed (although I don't know how good he is), first, and should be able to hit like a capable DH. http://statisticianmagician.mlblogs.com/ I believe that Swisher is a pretty good player. He can play multiple positions, and his career numbers are far better than his 2008 down year. He would be a truly great bench player if he reverts to form. But he is a starter; can play right, center if needed (although I don’t know how good he is), first, and should be able to hit like a capable DH.

http://statisticianmagician.mlblogs.com/

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