Why Ponson?
Really, who in the organization signed Ponson recently? Was it just an emergency tactic in case Giese stunk, Kartsens got hurt again, Igawa was awful? There are PLENTY of options in the Yankees AA and AAA team to have an serious thought of using Ponson.
Aceves was promoted to AAA recently. Very interesting story, not sure about his talent. Sounds a little like El Duque. Command of 4 pitches, not overpowering. You do not have to throw 96 mph in the majors to be successful. Location is a huge part and strategy.
How much longer does Melky get to “develop”? He is batting almost .250. You look at his career BA, OBP, and SLG numbers are they are all going south. Is he more than just a 4th outfielder? I am rooting for the guy but I wonder if Gardner will be up soon to get a look? You cannot overlook defense and his arm so maybe Melky is the CF of the future. Not every centerfielder is going to hit .310, 30 HR and drive in 100 RBI’s.
I listen to Mike and the Mad Dog on the way home from work and I am growing to not really like them. They are way to negative about the Yanks. I know blind optimism makes no sense but they are so set that the Yankees need to make a move for pitching. I just do not see it that way. Do they have a great staff with Wang out, no. Do they have a good staff, yes. Rasner is a good #4 guy. Pettitte always has a good second half. Chamberlain could be a #1. Moose is a good #2. Kennedy is getting healthy. I think they create drama for ratings.