While we wait for the decision by Manny Machado, we saw David Robertson exit the Bronx. It's doesn't mean the sky is falling. What it means is David Robertson wanted to be a closer and the Yankees have Aroldis Chapman. It wasn't a good fit and now the Phillies got a closer in DRob. As my 16 year old says, "You will see a nice marriage there between the Phillies and Robertson." I think he's probably right.
But let's not forget Zach Britton. Jon Heyman put this Tweet out about Britton and the Yanks and a possible reunion...
yankees seem focused on Zach Britton for the pen. he is believed to have multiple offers. but nyy wants to bring him back.— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 3, 2019
Now it's common knowledge that Britton liked his short time in the Bronx and wants to come back. The Yankees could definitely use him and the Yankees like him... but I suspect once again they devalue their pen more than other parts of a team and so, maybe Britton is mulling the offer because it's lower than expected, yet, the Yanks are his first choice. All speculation there and yes... I'm terrible at it.
I just think that with David Robertson gone, and the Yankees still not picking up one more starting pitcher, this is the right move.
Come on Yanks, get Britton.
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