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sports2 years ago

Yankees GM Brian Cashman urges fans to stay hopeful amidst slow start.

Despite a slow start to the season and a long list of injuries, Yankees GM Brian Cashman urged fans not to give up on the team, calling them a "championship-caliber operation." Cashman also addressed the team's lack of offseason moves and the challenge of making external moves early in the season. He acknowledged the team's struggles in left field and the reliance on players with injury histories. The Yankees' lack of major league ready depth was also discussed, with Cashman citing recent trade activity as a factor.

sports2 years ago

Yankees' Revived Player Could Fill Left Field Position.

Jake Bauers, a left-handed-hitting outfielder and first baseman, hit two home runs in Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre’s season opener, leading to speculation that he could be a solution for the Yankees' left field problem. Bauers was acquired by the Yankees for outfield depth and has shown promise with his power hitting and versatility. Although he has struggled in the majors, his strong performance in the season opener could earn him a chance to prove himself in the big leagues.

sports2 years ago

"Streaks and Struggles: Giants' Opening Day Woes and Beyond"

The San Francisco Giants continued their streak of starting a different player in left field on Opening Day for the 17th consecutive year, tying the second-longest such streak in MLB history. The streak began in 2007, the year after Barry Bonds left the team, and has been filled with a mix of aging veterans and younger, unestablished players. Rookie Blake Sabol made his MLB debut in left field for the Giants on Thursday, but went 0-for-2 with a strikeout before being substituted out.