Red Sox, Yankees Eyeing Same Players
by Brandon C. on Jul 19, 2010 7:57 PM EDT
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PrintThe Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees have taken their rivalry to the trade market. Reports have come out of Boston that the Sox are interested in Leo Nunez and Cody Ross. Earlier, reports were out that the Yankees are targeting Nunez and Ross.
Then today, Ed Price tweeted that the AL East rivals are both interested in Blue Jays lefty Scott Downs.
While the Rays wait in the wings, the Red Sox and Yankees are going hard after the same players. The Yankees have prioritized bench help and bullpen help over starting pitching, even following Andy Pettitte's injury.
Could a possible trade for either the Yankees or the Red Sox have the impact on the AL East race that it decides it? Depending on the details of the trade, it is definitely possible.
Leo Nunez can be a very solid set-up man for either team. Cody Ross would be a 4th outfielder on the Yankees, but could slide into a starting role with the Red Sox. Scott Downs would be an excellent lefty set-up man for either team.
With each year's pennant race being decided by a last few games down the stretch, who knows? The Yankees and Red Sox face off in the final three games of the season. We could possibly see Scott Downs striking out David Ortiz or Robinson Cano in the pivotal moment of the division race.
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I think Downs stays put because of his free agent compensation and probable acception of arbitration if offered. I could see Ross going to the Sox, but I doubt the Yankees pay the price for him. If Nunez goes anywhere, which is unlikely, the Yankees would be my bet
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Nunez would be a nice fit
I see all the Soria rumors but I would be shocked if the Royals were to part with him. I think he Soria would be wasted as a setup man anyway. Besides Downs, I think the other Jays pen guys like Gregg and Frasor are available. I still like Nunez though.
I think Nunez is the best choice
I don’t trust Gregg or Frasor
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Who would the Yanks give up to get Nuñez or Ross?
Wish we still had Melky as the 4th OF. Even though he’s struggled a bit, might be doing better with Yanks lineup. He’d see more good pitches, even hitting 9th w/ CPT on deck.
Hmmm
I don’t miss Melky too much, but I don’t really want Ross. The Yankees would have to give up a lot for Nunez, but I think it’s worth it
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Well done, sir.
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Well done, sir to you too!
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Does anyone know where I can find 100 fanposts about some real f*cking ugly shoes?
by craig in calgary on Jul 20, 2010 12:07 AM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I emailed Eli, he said it is indeed spam
Not sure if it will be fixed or not
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Good post Brandon!
and congrats again!
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by bestbostonsports on Jul 20, 2010 2:29 AM EDT reply actions
Awesome first post. So proud...
"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter
What are you, my mom?
Just kidding, thank you!
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wait, i thought you were my mom!
"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter
do you not remember the whole vegetarian thing where i tried to change teh subject?
"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter
+1 this thread between you and Melk
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by Chris McKeown on Jul 21, 2010 10:18 PM EDT up reply actions
We were talking about something and i tried to change the subject by asking if you were a vegetarian
and then you said “that doesnt work with me” and i said “it always works with my mom” and you said “i am not your mom. never thought i would say that at PSA” LOL how could you forget?
"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter
Ohhhh I remember that now
I don’t really remember most conversations I have here
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and you dont even drink!
"My hero's, my dreams, and my future lie in Yankee Stadium and they can't take that from me."-Derek Jeter
Yes
I don’t know, they just aren’t like hey I gotta remember this
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i dont try to remeber, i have a really good memory. Sometimes that works against me.
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