Dammit, Detroit just stole Washburn from the Yanks

Dr. Detfink · Post #1 » by **Dr. Detfink** » Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:43 pm

Looks like we're going to plan B former Met Bannister. Now, the question is are the Yanks getting a pitcher to replace Mitre or Joba Chamberlain?

Pharmcat · Post #2 » by **Pharmcat** » Fri Jul 31, 2009 4:56 pm

we just didnt get him due to $$$

its amazing, 200 million and we only have 2 legit starters and one on a limit

so sad

Dr. Detfink · Post #3 » by **Dr. Detfink** » Fri Jul 31, 2009 5:58 pm

I don't think it had to do with money. The Mariners wanted either Jackson or Montero. Keep in mind, Washburn is a FA at the end of the season. So it was too rich for Cashman's blood.

Post #4 » by **nykgeneralmanager** » Fri Jul 31, 2009 6:12 pm

Wow Jackson or Montero for Washburn? What a joke.

Post #5 » by **HCYanks** » Fri Jul 31, 2009 6:41 pm

Why this infatuation with Washburn? He would've been a relatively expensive rental fifth starter (ignore the fluke ERA). Bannister is at least as good, younger, and cost controlled for a few more seasons. Bannister would be a better option if they landed him without giving up much.

mccannd · Post #6 » by **mccannd** » Wed Aug 5, 2009 11:34 am

It wasn't dollars. It was Austin Jackson in particular and prospects in general. The conversation started with Jackson but didn't stop their. Detroit didn't give Seattle anything close to what they demanded from the Yankees. .

It is obvious that other teams hold up the Yanks in potential trades. It is the price we pay for having a 200 million + payroll. I admire the yankees for not being taken to the cleaners.

Pharmcat wrote:we just didnt get him due to $$$

its amazing, 200 million and we only have 2 legit starters and one on a limit

so sad

Post #7 » by **nykgeneralmanager** » Wed Aug 5, 2009 2:26 pm

Pharmcat wrote:we just didnt get him due to $$$

its amazing, 200 million and we only have 2 legit starters and one on a limit

so sad

We have 4 legit starters. If you're looking for a team with 2 legit starters, you're thinking of the Red Sox.

GotItNow · Post #8 » by **GotItNow** » Sun Aug 9, 2009 8:02 am

Pharmcat wrote:we just didnt get him due to $$$

its amazing, 200 million and we only have 2 legit starters and one on a limit

so sad

Well the whole Wang thing was very unexpected.

GotItNow · Post #9 » by **GotItNow** » Sun Aug 9, 2009 8:06 am

nykgeneralmanager wrote:Wow Jackson or Montero for Washburn? What a joke.

Giving Montero would be a joke. Austin not as bad but def. not good. I am concerned with his strikeout rate...he's got a ways to go to be successful in the ML. I'm not as positive about him as I was last year. need to see improvement in that area.