The Mets also have given indications that they'll pursue Lackey as a No. 2 starter behind Johan Santana, but they do not appear likely to venture into the neighborhood Lackey's camp reportedly has set as its target.
The Red Sox also have been mentioned as potential Lackey suitors along with the Mariners, but the level of interest of those clubs has not been clear.
'We've dialogued quite a bit,' Angels general manager Tony Reagins said, calling the conversations with Lackey's agent, Steve Hilliard, 'reasonable.' The GM added that he would not divulge any specific terms, a club policy.
Retaining Lackey, 31, for something in the five-year, $70 million range would free the Angels to focus their attention on the offense. Reagins said there are 'a lot of scenarios we can attack through free agency,' and the trade market also is being explored.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
More Yankee stuff
John Lackey's marketability -- and future -- could swing with the Yankees' ability to strike a deal with Andy Pettitte.
Multiple outlets are anticipating a contract offer in the $11 million range being extended by the Yankees to Pettitte at this week's Winter Meetings. If the veteran southpaw accepts, it could hinder Lackey's ability to drive his price tag into the $85-100 million range over as many as six years, given that the Yankees no longer might be compelled to seek a high-end starter.
This in turn could bring the Angels back into the picture, enabling them to be competitive in the market and, hopefully, reunite a rotation that manager Mike Scioscia called 'the best and deepest' in his 10 years on the job.
Multiple outlets are anticipating a contract offer in the $11 million range being extended by the Yankees to Pettitte at this week's Winter Meetings. If the veteran southpaw accepts, it could hinder Lackey's ability to drive his price tag into the $85-100 million range over as many as six years, given that the Yankees no longer might be compelled to seek a high-end starter.
This in turn could bring the Angels back into the picture, enabling them to be competitive in the market and, hopefully, reunite a rotation that manager Mike Scioscia called 'the best and deepest' in his 10 years on the job.
WHY ARE THEY DOING THIS?
Johnny Damon said he doesn't believe Curtis Granderson’s arrival will hurt his chances of returning to the Yankees.
'I don’t think it affects what I can still do. Either they come out and pursue me or they don’t,' Damon told The Post from Orlando, where he just landed after returning from Barcelona. 'I still know how to play baseball and will make any team better.'
Damon and Hideki Matsui are free agents who may no longer be needed after the Yankees acquired Granderson in a three-team trade in which they shipped out three prospects.
Matsui’s agent, Arn Tellem, told The Post, 'I don’t think the trade has any impact one way or another. Though it was a long shot both Damon and Matsui would return even before Granderson’s arrival, it’s more unlikely now. And don’t forget: The Yankees still have Melky Cabrera and Brett Gardner.
Tellem said he and Brian Cashman have met regarding Matsui but there are no real negotiations taking place regarding the World Series MVP."
'I don’t think it affects what I can still do. Either they come out and pursue me or they don’t,' Damon told The Post from Orlando, where he just landed after returning from Barcelona. 'I still know how to play baseball and will make any team better.'
Damon and Hideki Matsui are free agents who may no longer be needed after the Yankees acquired Granderson in a three-team trade in which they shipped out three prospects.
Matsui’s agent, Arn Tellem, told The Post, 'I don’t think the trade has any impact one way or another. Though it was a long shot both Damon and Matsui would return even before Granderson’s arrival, it’s more unlikely now. And don’t forget: The Yankees still have Melky Cabrera and Brett Gardner.
Tellem said he and Brian Cashman have met regarding Matsui but there are no real negotiations taking place regarding the World Series MVP."
Report: White Sox Show Serious Interest in Hideki Matsui - New York Yankees - NESN.com
White Sox Show Serious Interest in Hideki Matsui - New York Yankees - "If the Yankees are going to bring Hideki Matsui back to the Bronx next year, they're going to have some serious competition. According to the New York Daily News, the White Sox have emerged as a 'serious contender' for the outfielder's services. While the Angels have confirmed that they are interested in Matsui, their level of interest is not known.
Although the Yankees are expected to make a push for Matsui before he makes a decision, Tuesday's trade for Detroit's Curtis Granderson suggests there will not be a spot on next year's roster for both Matsui and Johnny Damon.
The Daily News reports that the White Sox would have about $5-6 million to offer Matsui.
In 2009, the 35-year-old hit .274 with 28 homers and 90 RBIs and was named the MVP of the World Series."..
I LOVE THE YANKEES!
Although the Yankees are expected to make a push for Matsui before he makes a decision, Tuesday's trade for Detroit's Curtis Granderson suggests there will not be a spot on next year's roster for both Matsui and Johnny Damon.
The Daily News reports that the White Sox would have about $5-6 million to offer Matsui.
In 2009, the 35-year-old hit .274 with 28 homers and 90 RBIs and was named the MVP of the World Series."..
I LOVE THE YANKEES!
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Christmas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Christmas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Christmas[2] or Christmas Day[3][4] is an annual holiday celebrated on December 25 that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.[5][6] The date of commemoration is not known to be Jesus' actual birthday, and may have initially been chosen to correspond with either a historical Roman festival[7] or the winter solstice.[8] Christmas is central to the Christmas and holiday season, and in Christianity marks the beginning of the larger season of Christmastide, which lasts twelve days.[9]
Although traditionally a Christian holiday, Christmas is widely celebrated by many non-Christians,[1][10] and some of its popular celebratory customs have pre-Christian or secular themes and origins. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, music, an exchange of greeting cards, church celebrations, a special meal, and the display of various decorations; including Christmas trees, lights, and garlands, mistletoe, nativity scenes, and holly. In addition, Father Christmas (known as Santa Claus in North America, Australia and Ireland) is a popular mythological figure in many countries, associated with the bringing of gifts for children.[11]
Because gift-giving and many other aspects of the Christmas festival involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, the holiday has become a significant event and a key sales period for retailers and businesses. The economic impact of Christmas is a factor that has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world."
Although traditionally a Christian holiday, Christmas is widely celebrated by many non-Christians,[1][10] and some of its popular celebratory customs have pre-Christian or secular themes and origins. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, music, an exchange of greeting cards, church celebrations, a special meal, and the display of various decorations; including Christmas trees, lights, and garlands, mistletoe, nativity scenes, and holly. In addition, Father Christmas (known as Santa Claus in North America, Australia and Ireland) is a popular mythological figure in many countries, associated with the bringing of gifts for children.[11]
Because gift-giving and many other aspects of the Christmas festival involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, the holiday has become a significant event and a key sales period for retailers and businesses. The economic impact of Christmas is a factor that has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world."
Christmas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Christmas - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "Christmas[2] or Christmas Day[3][4] is an annual holiday celebrated on December 25 that commemorates the birth of Jesus of Nazareth.[5][6] The date of commemoration is not known to be Jesus' actual birthday, and may have initially been chosen to correspond with either a historical Roman festival[7] or the winter solstice.[8] Christmas is central to the Christmas and holiday season, and in Christianity marks the beginning of the larger season of Christmastide, which lasts twelve days.[9]
Although traditionally a Christian holiday, Christmas is widely celebrated by many non-Christians,[1][10] and some of its popular celebratory customs have pre-Christian or secular themes and origins. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, music, an exchange of greeting cards, church celebrations, a special meal, and the display of various decorations; including Christmas trees, lights, and garlands, mistletoe, nativity scenes, and holly. In addition, Father Christmas (known as Santa Claus in North America, Australia and Ireland) is a popular mythological figure in many countries, associated with the bringing of gifts for children.[11]
Because gift-giving and many other aspects of the Christmas festival involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, the holiday has become a significant event and a key sales period for retailers and businesses. The economic impact of Christmas is a factor that has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world."
Although traditionally a Christian holiday, Christmas is widely celebrated by many non-Christians,[1][10] and some of its popular celebratory customs have pre-Christian or secular themes and origins. Popular modern customs of the holiday include gift-giving, music, an exchange of greeting cards, church celebrations, a special meal, and the display of various decorations; including Christmas trees, lights, and garlands, mistletoe, nativity scenes, and holly. In addition, Father Christmas (known as Santa Claus in North America, Australia and Ireland) is a popular mythological figure in many countries, associated with the bringing of gifts for children.[11]
Because gift-giving and many other aspects of the Christmas festival involve heightened economic activity among both Christians and non-Christians, the holiday has become a significant event and a key sales period for retailers and businesses. The economic impact of Christmas is a factor that has grown steadily over the past few centuries in many regions of the world."
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