With the August 2 trade deadline quickly approaching, the bullpen has a glaring depth issue with the loss of King. Michael King was having a breakout season for the Yankees as a key piece to their bullpen. Serving as a bridge between the starters and closer Clay Holmes, King emerged as one of the league's best relievers. Friday night in Baltimore, King exited the … [Read more...] about Bullpen a concern for Yankees, Michael King out for season with fractured elbow
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Mets acquire Pirates slugger Daniel Vogelbach
Vogelbach comes to the Mets in exchange for reliever Colin Holderman. The Mets were looking for extra pop in their lineup, Daniel Vogelbach brings a big bat to Queens. The 29-year old slugger is slashing .228/.338/.430 with an .769 OPS, 12 home runs and 34 RBIs. Vogelbach has mostly been a designated hitter, however can also play first base. The DH spot has been a … [Read more...] about Mets acquire Pirates slugger Daniel Vogelbach
Carpenter coming through with plenty value for the Yankees
Matt Carpenter is making the most of his early days in pinstripes. When the Yankees signed Carpenter last month, the logic behind the move involved adding a veteran bat for the bench with the ability to bring a versatile glove for defense. Well, Carpenter is holding up his end of the deal, emphatically! On Sunday, Carpenter went 3-for-4 with the two home runs and … [Read more...] about Carpenter coming through with plenty value for the Yankees
With a surging NL East, this is why the Mets hired Buck Showalter
The Braves and Phillies are showing serious signs of life, but Showalter isn't panicking. A week and a half ago, the Mets had a 10.5 game lead in the National League East. That was then, this is now. Their 10.5 game lead, which felt more like 20.5 games, was sitting at 5.5 games heading into Sunday's action. 10 games in 11 nights, on the west coast, has produced a … [Read more...] about With a surging NL East, this is why the Mets hired Buck Showalter
Jordan Montgomery was excellent, the Yankees keep on rolling
Another quality start from Montgomery, this time with plenty of run support. Montgomery earned his second win of the season, as the Yankees cruised to an 8-0 win over the Chicago Cubs, Saturday night. The Bronx Bombers were on full display at Yankee Stadium for this one. Here are the takeaways: Home Run Derby time Don't look now, but a Yankee just hit another … [Read more...] about Jordan Montgomery was excellent, the Yankees keep on rolling
