Palindromic Pineda Parallel

Michael Pineda had a great time in Seattle until he was traded for Jesus Montero,

Starting his time with the Yankee's.

However a shoulder injury set him back, but he got the last spot of the rotation to start for the Yankees, and despite the pine tar, looked good.

Pineda didn't pitch at all in the majors in 2012 or 2013.

This Black is numbered 26/62 from 2013 Topps Update.

Onto the pine tar,

It is illegal for batters, and pitchers have a resin bag on the mound to use for grip, so why should they allow it? I'm not a bitter red sox fan, but it just seems there's no real justice in the MLB.

Of course he was going against Clay Buchholz who always has wet hair, but we see lots of sportsmen cool off with water over the hair, and he isn't actively obtaining a banned substance.

The MLB needs to look hard and have every rule detailed, otherwise it's just moving the goal posts whilst a shot is taken.

2014 Ebay Buys #4 Yankee Hits

The same seller based in UK, as in Ebay Buys #1 Parts one & two

Had a number of hits for sale.

I ended up winning 3 Yankee Cards.

Bobby Richardson Auto 2002 Finest #FMA-BR

The auto looks nice but pen was low on ink sadly.

1960 WS MVP

Billy Martin RELIC 2003 Fleer Flair Greats Cut of History PANTS

 

Martin will always be #1 for the Yankees

Don Larsen RELIC 2006 UD SP Legendary Cuts Legendary Materials #LM-DL 141/225

Not much to say but the first and so far only guy to throw a perfect game in the World Series.

All 3 Headed over to AllAboutCards

The Show 2013

Yep,
Man it took ages to download, thought i'd do it rather than wait up to 14 days for it.

McCutchen representing for the Pirates,
I like the game,
didn't play 12. Not liking the Astro's new logo design, or Youk in pinstripes,
However franchise with Boston?
First traded Lackey away with a scrub, for Melky Mesa, Eduardo Nunez & Kevin Youkilis.

Immediately trading Nunez away.

I've also a new book,
so stay tuned?

-
Martyn

2013 Predictions: Up's : Vol 2

Three more batters who I think will have an up year.


Kevin Youkils - Undervalued Veteran

2012

Hit's: 103
Runs: 72
Homer's: 19
RBI's: 60
B Average: .235
Steals: 0

2013

Hit's: 149
Runs: 90
Homer's: 25
RBI's: 90
B Average: .269
Steals: 1

Will Middlebrooks - His 1st Full Year

2012

Hit's: 77
Runs: 34
Homer's: 15
RBI's: 54
B Average: .288
Steals: 4

2013

Hit's: 140
Runs: 80
Homer's: 24
RBI's: 80
B Average: .280
Steals: 10






Norichika Aoki - A Value OF. 

2012
Hit's: 150
Runs: 81
Homer's: 10
RBI's: 50
B Average: .288
Steals: 30

2013

Hit's: 175
Runs: 85
Homer's: 13
RBI's: 55
B Average: .294
Steals: 30

Youkilis, went to the evil empire to cover for A-Rod, he's not a back up guy, he's a fine 3rd baseman, if your fantasy league has OBP or BB he's a steal at $4. Of course Will Middlebrooks will be more popular with his youth, but it's his first full year, both will have more value than their average draft pick value.

As for Aoki he's old enough & capitalized on an injury or two, keep an eye on him & Corey Hart at milwaukee.

-
Martyn

Yankee Youk!

Something is Wrong,
This image doesn't look right? I know it's photo shopped but still.

Image from espn.com

Starting the 2012 season Youkilis was on pace to make his 1,000 appearance for the Bean Town ball club,

Some of Sox nation even hated it when he went to the Pale Hose.

I can't wait for the 1st game which is 1st April in the Bronx.

Here's what the Greek God of Walks did before he turned to the "Evil Empire"

Red Sox Totals

Games played: 953

Hits: 961

Runs: 594

Walks: 494

Homers: 133

RBI's: 564

Total Bases: 1633

Average: .287

White Sox Totals

Games played: 80

Hits: 69
Runs: 47
Walks: 37
Homers: 15
RBI's: 46
Total Bases: 124
Average: .236

Career Totals

Games Played: 1033

Hits: 1030
Runs: 641
Walks: 531
Homers: 148
RBI's: 610
Total Bases: 1757
Average: .283
Slugging: .482
OBP: .384

These High lights we while with Boston:

3 X All Star (2008, 2009, 2011)
2 X World Series Champion (2004 & 2007)
Gold Glove Award 2007
Hank Aaron Award 2008


I don't think Youkilis will celebrate a Home Run at Fenway whilst in pinstripes here's a quote from a few years ago.

"Sometimes this is more than a game, It's life, here in Boston"

-
Martyn