ARod is a lightning bolt, I mean lightningrod..article in SI

[TB_11]

All the more reason that, barring a complete mental breakdown on his part, he's staying with the Yankees. They're getting the best 3B in the league for a decent price, and replacing that level of production would be difficult, even with Steinbrenner's pocketbook.

 

The Yankees don't make decisions based on finances, they base it on the level of Yankeeness and/or championships. It would be stupid, but I could easily see them dealing him, especially if they bomb out in the playoffs.

 

I agree with the first part in general, although it appears that they may be hitting their upper limit in their payroll. I completely agree with the second point about how the Yankees make decisions. Where we disagree is whether Cashman really believes A-Rod doesn't help them win games. My opinion is he sees through all the negative media hype and figures that unless he gets Cabrera away from the Marlins, A-Rod is the best choice at 3B for his or any team.

[soccer10k]

All the more reason that, barring a complete mental breakdown on his part, he's staying with the Yankees. They're getting the best 3B in the league for a decent price, and replacing that level of production would be difficult, even with Steinbrenner's pocketbook.

 

The Yankees don't make decisions based on finances, they base it on the level of Yankeeness and/or championships. It would be stupid, but I could easily see them dealing him, especially if they bomb out in the playoffs.

 

I agree with the first part in general, although it appears that they may be hitting their upper limit in their payroll. I completely agree with the second point about how the Yankees make decisions. Where we disagree is whether Cashman really believes A-Rod doesn't help them win games. My opinion is he sees through all the negative media hype and figures that unless he gets Cabrera away from the Marlins, A-Rod is the best choice at 3B for his or any team.

 

Who knows how much of this media BS Steinbrenner buys into though. If Big George demands that Cashman trade ARod, does Cashman really have a choice?