Yankees Sign 2 More International Free Agents

The Yankees all but finished their International Free Agent spending spree yesterday when they signed Left hander Corby McCoy and left hander Luis Garcia out of Nicaragua. Corby McCoy, 16 years old, is considered one of the top talents out of Nicaragua. McCoy signed for a $150K contract which all but consumes the Yankees allotted budget for this season. 

According to the new Collective Bargaining agreement a team can sign six players to an exempt contract of $50K  and it not go against their budget or get hit with penalties because of it. Luis Garcia figures to be one of those six deals that the Yankees can make without the penalties for going over the cap. 

McCoy is the exact definition of raw. He is considered athletic at 6'3" and 170 pounds and hits 91 mph but sits more comfortably in the 85-88 mph range. Garcia is also considered raw but projectible at 6'4" and 185 pounds. He also can tough the low 90's but sits more comfortably at the 85-88 mph range. 

Rangers @ Yankees 8/14/12

UPDATE:

A real yawner pitchers duel through 3 IP

Kuroda's no hit bid ends after 6 IP thanks to Elvis Andrus

Nick Swisher 2 run home run makes it 2-0 Yankees!

Mark Teixeira goes back to back to make it 3-0 Yanks!

Kuroda finishes the complete game shut out

Yankees win 3-0

Tonight the Yankees will host the Tex Rangers for their second game in their four game set they have scheduled at Yankees stadium this week. On the mound for the Yankees will be arguably their best starter this season in Hiroki Kuroda. On the mound for the Texas Rangers will be easily their best starter Matt Harrison. The game will be televised at 7:05 pm ET on MY9 and MLB Network.

Lineups

1. Jeter DH
2. Swisher RF
3. Teixeira 1B
4. Cano 2B
5. Jones LF
6. Granderson CF
7. McGehee 3B
8. Martin C
9. Nix SS

Go Yankees!!

A Couple Of Long Toss Sessions

I know I am a little behind on this news but a couple of rehabbing Yankees have had some news regarding their long toss routines and rehab.

Mariano Rivera was seen throwing long toss on Monday, 8/13, at Yankees Stadium while the Yankees hosted the Texas Rangers. He played long toss with , also injured Yankee, Alex Rodriguez. He said he felt fine the day after so that is always a good sign. The Yankees do not think he will be back this season, and neither do I, but there is always that glimmer of hope.

Andy Pettitte had another X Ray on his fractured ankle and everything is healing well. The Yankees are still eyeing a mid September return for the 40 year old lefty. Andy has not been given clearance to run or throw off of a mound yet but he has been given the OK to start a long toss program, as early as today.

Pedro Feliciano Strong In 2nd Rehab

Pedro Feliciano pitched in his second outing in his rehab assignment and threw a perfect inning. While pitching for the Yankees Gulf Coast League team he got two ground balls and struck out one batter while walking none. No reports on pitch count or velocity but if the velocity were down I am sure we would have heard something by now. All looks good for a September return for Feliciano. 

So Far So Good For Yankees Derek Lowe

Everyone on twitter was almost making fun of the Brian Cashman signing of veteran sinker baller Derek Lowe, myself included, but he made us all look foolish if only for a night. Lowe pitched four innings of shut out baseball and got the save in an 8-2 Yankees victory. Unfortunately, no, he did not untuck his shirt when he got the save but maybe next time. 

Hiroki Kuroda Appreciation Post

As all of our fans knows I am a huge fan of Hiroki Kuroda. I even pointed out in one of my post how stats are either comparable or better then our ace CC Sabathia. Kuroda is showing that not only can a National League pitcher come to the American League and be just as good, if not better, but also that a Japanese pitcher can in fact be productive in America. Kuroda is a steal on a one year deal and only $10 million deal that he signed this offseason. Let us look at his stats for this season thus far:

10 - 8 Win/Loss Record

150 IP 

6.96 K/9 

0.96 HR/9

78.1% LOB %

50.7% GB %

3.24 ERA

3.76 FIP

2.9 WAR 

1 CG

1 SHO

1.19 WHIP

.250 BAA

I want to thank Hiroki Kuroda for being a much better pitcher then his win and loss record shows, for keeping our head above water when everyone else was struggling and CC was out, and for going out there every 5th day and giving it his all. I know you will not understand this when you read it Hiroki but thank you for being a Yankee. Now let us go get a ring!!

#HIROK

Rangers @ Yankees 8/13/12

Yankees win 8-2

David Phelps first career win as a starter

Derek Lowe 4 shut out IP and a save

Swisher Slam

Yankees Win

Tonight the Yankees will begin hosting the first of a four game set at home against the AL West leading Texas Rangers. Tonight on the mound  for the Yankees, in place of CC Sabathia, will be rookie David Phelps. Facing off against the Yankees is newly acquired Ryan Dempster for the Texas Rangers. Derek Lowe will be in uniform today and available out of the bullpen in long relief. Ryoto Igarashi will be sent back down to AAA to make room for Derek on the 25 man roster. The game will be televised at 7:05 pm ET on ESPN 2 and YES Network.

Lineups

Derek Jeter SS
Nick Swisher DH
Robinson Cano 2B
Mark Teixeira 1B
Eric Chavez 3B
Curtis Granderson CF
Russell Martin C
Raul Ibanez LF
Ichiro Suzuki RF

Go Yankees!!

Exclusive Interview With Angelo Gumbs

Today's exclusive interview for The Greedy Pinstripes is Charleston Riverdogs 2B and Greedy Pinstripes follower on Twitter, @GreedyStripes, Mr. Angelo Gumbs. I think Angelo may be the most underrated prospect that we have in our entire minor league system because all the guy has done since we drafted him at age 17 is play hard and impress on both sides of the ball. Follow Mr Gumbs on twitter @AGumbs21.

The Greedy Pinstripes: Was your dream as a child always to be a baseball player? If not then what did you want to be when you grew up?

Angelo Gumbs: I had three dreams when I was a child baseball art and animals, but at the age of 4 years old I promised my mother I would be a professional baseball player. 

TGP: What team did you root for growing up as a kid?

AG: I had no favorite teams 

TGP: Favorite player(s) growing up?

AG: favorite players such as all time great Garret Anderson, Gary Sheffield, David Eckstein, and since the third grade I have always admired Roberto Clemente. 

TGP: Your biggest inspiration when it came to baseball?

AG: My biggest inspiration playing baseball was my great grandfather George Osmond Fahie who I had always strived to be great for so he can watch me play one day but unfortunately he passed before all this, but at times I feel his presence and know he's here with me. 

TGP: Favorite moment as a Yankees prospect?

AG: My favorite moment as a Yankee prospect was seeing all the hard work I put in come together this season and I feel as though it was just a little sample of more to come as I see and feel my self getting bigger and better. 

TGP: How awesome was it winning the NYPL Staten Island Championship last season?

AG: It was an indescribable feeling, but the drive of my son Andruw's birth made it all worth it and feel that much better to bring a ring home to him. 

TGP: Getting drafted at only 17 and without a true position must have been tough and/or scary for you I would think, was it?

AG: It was a little tough 

TGP: Do you like playing 2B or would you rather play another position?

AG: my prime position out of high school was center field and I found my self asking to be moved to the outfield at times, but I stuck threw it and now I see my self as a better second baseman than out fielder, and I love everything about playing second base turning double plays is awesome and there are alot more challenges that make it fun.  

TGP: Do you feel over shadowed and over looked when you put up great numbers on both side of the ball and do not get mentioned as much as guys like Mason Williams and Tyler Austin?

AG: Those guys have showed what they have consistently these past few years so I would think they would be mentioned more, and I'm not focused on that because either way all of our goals are to get to the big leagues but I feel confident that the work I'm putting in will class me along with players who carry those names. 

TGP: We did an interview with Tyler and we love the guy here. How is he off the field?

AG: He's a good guy and an even better teammate on and off the field always looking to help someone or just relax and have a good time, we found ourselves playing each other alot in games of PGA world tour on our time off the field in charleston so I'm sure your views on him are very similar to mine. 

TGP: Who was the best prospect in the Yankees system that you ever played with?

AG: Mason Williams. 

TGP: Do you keep in touch with any other current or former Yankees prospects or coaches?

AG: I stay in touch with Taylor Morton Mason Williams Connor Mullee our old hitting coordinator J Ro and our defensive coordinator Torre Tyson. 

TGP: Hardest part of being a prospect?

AG: The hardest part of being a prospect is just putting in work to be better I'll never be satisfied no matter what any one says I still will strive to be better. 

TGP: Most famous person in your cell phone?

AG: Justin Upton. (We need that number to set up an interview, lol)

TGP: Most embarrassing song/artist in your ipod?

AG: Weird Al. 

I want to thank you Angelo for taking the time out of your schedule and life to do this interview for us. We appreciate everything that you do on and off the field and I do not think I speak only for myself when I say that we cannot wait for your arrival in New York. You are a special talent and a special person and the stereotypical Yankee. Keep up the great work and, again, we appreciate the interview!

Happy 28th Birthday Boone Logan

Happy 28th Birthday to Yankees left handed reliever Boone Logan. He is the only thing worth a damn we got for giving up Arodys Vizcaino in the Javier Vazquez and Melky Cabrera trade. He has been a rock for the Yankees bullpen ever since that trade so have a great day Boone! 

David Phelps Appreciation Post

David Phelps has been the best that we could have ever asked for this season. Whether he is starting, mopping up games, setting up, middle relief, cleaning toilets, or dominating the minor leagues he has done what he has been asked and done it well. For a guy that many, NOT myself included, had behind guys like Adam Warren, Dellin Betances, and Manny Banuelos (well maybe him) he has done a ton in many peoples opinions towards changing their minds. Let's look at what Mr. Phelps, no relation to that swimmer guy, has done for the Yankees in various roles this season.

Phelps will be starting tonight in place of recently DL'd CC Sabathia against the Texas Rangers and recently acquired Ryan Dempster.

2-3 Win/Loss Record

52  IP 

9.69 K/9 

1.04 HR/9

87.7 LOB %

43.2 GB %

2.42 ERA

3.70 FIP

0.6 WAR 

1 HOLD

3 STARTS / 19 RELIEF APP

1.13 WHIP

.208 BAA

David has been the "go to, get stuff done" kind of guy that everyone likes to have around. The best part about it is that he has always had a smile on his face doing it. He has had a roller coaster of a rookie season for the Yankees but if it ends with a ring then I do not think you will hear him complain, or anyone for that matter, too awfully loud. Thank you David now let us get this kid a ring!