Heading into 2015 the Yankees face a daunting task of fielding a more formidable contender than in the two previous seasons. One of the best ways they can improve is by building a strong and capable pitching staff. With C.C. Sabathia's struggles and Ivan Nova coming off of recent Tommy John surgery, there is a need to solidify the starting rotation with a big arm. Enter James Shields. Along with his tenacity and durability, the former Ray and Royal possesses a stellar attitude that will bring him easy success and quickly endear him the Yankee faithful. However one question remains, are the Yankees willing to spend the money to bring the righthander on board?
Brian Cashman has made it well known that the team is not going to shell out outrageous amounts of money in order to fill talent gaps. Though signing Shields makes the most baseball sense, it is very clear that the edict passed down by ownership is to refrain from potentially regretful long term commitments. As many loyal fans know, recent history has suggested that even the best the big leagues has to offer can suddenly falter in the bright lights of Yankee Stadium.
Will the Yankees take the chance and bring him into the fold? or will they elect to look elsewhere? It's the million dollar question the Yankees are asking themselves with each passing day James Shields remains available.
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