Spanky__99

A reliever would be his floor, with the ceiling of a #3, you're right he might be a reliever. Other's think different, no big deal man. The trade was good, although I too expected another piece, but the hype and swag of SWR certainly makes the trade well done by Atkins, imo.

S'up buddy! Boxy's out on bail, lol.

ROFL... Jim telling the forum his offer and he's standing firm. This is great.

Yup, going to get messy, he's a Boras client too. This will be interesting to follow. Yankees Intend To Withhold Jacoby Ellsbury’s 2020 Salary By Jeff Todd and Steve Adams | November 22, 2019 at 3:56pm CDT 3:56pm: If there was any doubt, the MLBPA erased it in a statement making clear that it’s ready to fight on this issue. (Via Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, on Twitter.) The statement provides: “The Players Association will vigorously defend any action taken against Jacoby or his contract and is investigating potential contract violations by his employer.” 1:26pm: The Yankees finally cut bait on Jacoby Ellsbury this week, begrudgingly waving the white flag on the center fielder’s ill-fated seven-year, $153MM contract. Ellsbury is still owed $26,142,857 of that deal — his 2020 salary plus a $5MM buyout on his option for the 2021 season. But he may not receive all of that cash without a fight. It seems the Yankees intend not to pay Ellsbury his salary for the coming season, based upon the premise that Ellsbury underwent outside medical treatment without approval to rehab the injuries that have plagued him since 2017. George A. King III and Ken Davidoff of the New York Post reported the brewing battle, with Jon Heyman of MLB Network adding further details (via Twitter). We don’t know much about the precise factual underpinnings of this issue, but the reporting suggests the team believes that Ellsbury acted inappropriately for multiple years. Presumably, the organization believes it can establish that the alleged actions not only violated the terms of his contract, but also contributed to his inability to return to the field of play over the past two seasons. Ellsbury’s outlook for 2020 isn’t really known, though there has been no indication that he’s likely to play. The once-excellent outfielder had a few solid but generally uninspiring years in New York before falling apart physically more recently. We’ve seen a steady stream of generally ambiguous ailments cited over the past few campaigns. The 36-year-old hasn’t even made it into a single rehab game. What we do now know is the anticipated procedural progression of the dispute. The Yankees will simply refuse to cut Ellsbury his checks, per Heyman, leaving it to him and agent Scott Boras to pursue a grievance action. It is somewhat difficult to imagine that there won’t be a full-throated battle on both the factual and contractual merits of the Yanks’ anticipated course of action, though certainly a settlement will also be possible. No doubt the league, union, and Yankees’ insurer will have major roles to play in this as well. It’s all but impossible to guess how this’ll turn out based upon what little we know at present. There’s nothing in terms of recent precedent for such a grievance — at least not one that was public knowledge — so it’s difficult to gauge just how much of the contract the Yankees might ultimately be able to avoid paying or whether they even have a legitimate hope of winning their case. But any finances saved will be notable, as the Yankees currently have about $203MM on the books for 2020 (including projected arbitration salaries) and about $210MM worth of luxury tax considerations.

2nd page... Wow... bumpity bump! When are we getting our picks updated?

I'd assume as much, or they'd just pay him.

*Abom* and we know he's happy!

*Hiura*

I was thinking Tauchman was a cut, lol. Anyhow, as long as you're happy.

Should've waited till after the cutdowns to make a trade as you were sitting at 19 players, also your return dude. Yikes!

Yikes! Aceucki, lol

Can't get Freddie a SO... *sighs* At least they won...

Engvall... the big guy has some nice breakaway speed. Nice goal.

Wow... nice play!

It's about time Barrie! Also, Rinne suxxxxxxxxxxxx

Like the Jays, him and Goody would be nice as you suggested.

And there it is... Sheldon Keefe https://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/maple-leafs-fire-head-coach-mike-babcock/

Smart ass bastard, lol

Done,BITCH lol

About time fellas!

It still happens right around are corners, be safe.

You've carded this system before... lol

Jersey' good man, lol. They'll surprise you. Frag's f***ed up, lol.

I thought Jon Gray and Stroman were good trade partners a year ago. Damn... JG would be nice for another year. Yet Kay and SWR might be legit concerning ceilings. Not to mention likely a far better return. The latter that is.

Engvall into the lineup tonight for the injured Moore.