The Good - Slade Heathcott road to the majors was a bit unconventional, but nevertheless it is something to smile about. After numerous injuries he found himself designated for assignment and without a job before being re-signed by the Yankees in late 2014. The former first round pick soldiered through spring training and earned an opportunity for a call up once Ellsbury went down. He also got a hit in his first at bat, not a bad comeback if you ask me.
- It was great to see the Yankees honor Bernie Williams with a plaque in historic Monument Park. He helped shape the core that drove the Yankees dynasty in the late 90's and did it with class and professionalism. His graceful fielding and almost effortless swing will forever be remembered by those whom had the pleasure of watching him do it for 16 years.
- It was great to see the Yankees honor Bernie Williams with a plaque in historic Monument Park. He helped shape the core that drove the Yankees dynasty in the late 90's and did it with class and professionalism. His graceful fielding and almost effortless swing will forever be remembered by those whom had the pleasure of watching him do it for 16 years.
The Bad - Didi Gregorious put on another poor display in the field this weekend setting disastrous innings into motion with horribly "heady" plays. There is no excuse for a young player of his caliber to be making so many miscues this often. I, like many others was willing to give him a pass after the first week of defensive troubles, chalking it up to pinstripe jitters. However, he's had enough time to get used to the position and find some level of comfort, but that clearly is not the case. To think, so many rated Derek Jeter as the worst shortstop in the game (I'm looking at you sabermetricians) yet there was never a time where he out thought himself in the field. If things don't shape up soon for the 25 year old, he may find himself riding the bench or worse, looking for a new club.
- Jacoby Ellsbury's injury is a huge blow to the lineup as he sported the best average on the team (.324). This is very bad news for Brett Gardner, whom combined with Jacoby electrified the top of the order and put loads of pressure on opposing defenses.
- Beltran is slowly becoming a liability in the outfield for the Yankees. His bad knees and lost range is creating an unnecessary dilemma that is hurting team in more ways than one. This was never more apparent than watching him pull up on a playable foul ball in Washington, a play which ended up costing the Yankees the lead and the game. He hasn't exactly been the most contributing member of the team since signing and begs the question, what was the front office thinking giving $15 million a year to a 37 year old baseball player whose best days are certainly behind him.
- Jacoby Ellsbury's injury is a huge blow to the lineup as he sported the best average on the team (.324). This is very bad news for Brett Gardner, whom combined with Jacoby electrified the top of the order and put loads of pressure on opposing defenses.
- Beltran is slowly becoming a liability in the outfield for the Yankees. His bad knees and lost range is creating an unnecessary dilemma that is hurting team in more ways than one. This was never more apparent than watching him pull up on a playable foul ball in Washington, a play which ended up costing the Yankees the lead and the game. He hasn't exactly been the most contributing member of the team since signing and begs the question, what was the front office thinking giving $15 million a year to a 37 year old baseball player whose best days are certainly behind him.
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