I had some time on my hands where I needed to go to my happy place today, so I thought through a Yankees lineup.  I wanted to see if it raised any interest here in our little group.

 

LF: Damon/Nady(lefty-righty)

CF: Gardner(speed and defense)

RF: Melky(speed and defense) and with this outfield I wold expect no one-hop singles, a lot of circus catches and everything caught!

 

3rd: Arod

SS: Derek

2b: Cano(needs to hit)

1st: Posada (Don't get your knickers in a knot, yet)

 

Catcher: Cervelli/Molina OR a trade of Ian Kennedy/prospect or 2 for a catcher from Texas, they have 3, I want Saltalamachi, all 3 are tradeable according to Texas.

 

DH: Matsui

 

Matsui can occasionally play the OF, Daman can DH.  I know Nady is supposed to play RF, but Melky's arm can cut down guys trying to make a double out of a single and a triple out of a double and we need that, along with his athleticism.  Someone will need to light a fire under his butt to make him hungry but that is a coaching issue.  Catching balls against the wall and sliding for bloops is pre-supposed for both Melky and Gardner, as is better hitting.  OTOH, we carried Scott Brosious and his .239 average because of his defensive capabilities.  I realize these are just starters, but I see Juan Miranda as backup at 1st and Jesus Montero catching is about 3-4 years, if not sooner.  I would ditch Betemit and then build up from some minor leaguers and minor trades or signings.



Scott Coulter