While part of me is feeling jilted that teams not named the Yankees were making the big-name moves at the 40-man deadline,
[as well as previously; i.e. the Cards nabbing DeRosa, Holliday, Smoltz & the Dodgers getting Garland & Thome, the Angels grabbing Kazmir, ad infinitum]
I will admit that, moreover, I am excited about the call-ups. It'll be great seeing Francisco Cervelli again, and I hope that he gets some time to prove his first appearance in the bigs wasn't anomalous. Ramiro Pena got a spot, as did Mark Melancon and thankfully, wunderkind Edwar Ramirez. I still have a lot of faith in Edwar.
For anyone who didn't do any extra digging, here's a list of guys who got the call but weren't immediately placed on the active roster: J. Abaladejo, A. Brackman, A. Claggett, W. de la Rosa, C. Garcia, I. Kennedy, K. Cash, J. Miranda, and S. Duncan.
Seeing [International League MVP!] Shelley Duncan unleash a torrent of yarders in the playoffs, as I am wholly sure he will, will be satisfying and wonderful and hopefully will earn him a permanent spot next year. I believe a lot of this year's success comes from the chemistry and levity the youthfulness of this team has, and Shelley's booming grin and potent thunderstick will prove an important addition.
Of the other names, I'm most looking forward to seeing Wilkin de la Rosa, who has been on my radar for awhile, and Ian Kennedy, to see whether he's finally ready to fufill some of his promise.
Godspeed newcomers, keep rolling Yanks.
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i also love call ups. maybe its just the comparison of the crosstown mets' horrible farm system that makes me believe that we have some real talent, but nonetheless i think it's a good time to showcase some real potential players that we may be hiding.
ReplyDeleteduncan i've always especially liked. i don't know if its his youthful energy that gets even me psyched up at home on my own couch or what, but for some reason even when he was slumping i can't help but root for him because i want to see him break out and be on this team full-time. i don't know. cirvelli is another one who has definitely gained my trust and im looking forward to seeing him around. rameriez i'm not too sure about, he needs to do some work because for some reason i've never really expected much from him other than being the skinniest one on the team. in other yankees cather news, ivan rodriguiez is still a yankee according to a small prize plaque in the Dave and Buster's Winner Circle window showcase. save up your tickets.
jay st.
Hey get off my Kool Aid Jay, Ive been saving my trivia winnings for that plaque for a year now.
ReplyDeleteI'm super duper siked Shelly got the MVP of the Internation League. I love that guy and he deserves some recognition. I would like to see him be able to settle into an off-the-bench role, (due to the fact that with the yankees perennially potent offense I don't see him being a starter) and get a permenant roster spot next season.
My favorite Shelly Duncan Anecdote:
(10 yr old Boston fan to Shelley Duncan)- Hey Mr. Can you sign my note book.
(Shelly Duncan to obviviouls brain-washed mislead child)- Sure Kid.
Shelly the proceeds to sign the ball "Red Sox Suck"- S. Duncan.
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Tim
Does anyone know what Swisher said to Albers last night after striking out. I heard this brought up a few times today. Singleton was talking about it in the second inning and they showed the replay. What it looks like to me was "Alright , Fat Boy". Which would be absolutely hilarious. Maybe someone who is better at reading lips can tell me what he said.
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