YANKEES HAVE EYES ON OTANI

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He is known as the Japanese Babe Ruth, although I find that to be absolutely ridiculous. But the truth is, the kid can hit and pitch and is a totally awesome ballplayer.  We've been talking about 23 year old Shohei Otani for a few years now on BYB.  Now it looks like Brian Cashman wants to see the kid for himself.

Newsday writes of Cashman...

(Kyodo News | Associated Press)

"...general manager Brian Cashman is en route to Japan to get a firsthand look at Shohei Otani, 23, whom many consider the best hitter and pitcher in the country.

Like plenty of other teams, the Yankees have scouted Otani, who bats lefthanded and throws righthanded, and the reports have been glowing."

And yes, it's important to mention that several teams are looking at this kid.  This trip by Cashman is by no means a lock to get him.  It is a good thing that the Yanks are giving him a look though.

Stay tuned...