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Yankees’ Pirela Revels In AFL Experience
Right from the start, scouts in the Arizona Fall League noticed something they liked about Yankees second baseman Jose Pirela: he genuinely enjoys playing the game.
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Banuelos Crashes Yankees’ Pitching Party
Don't look now, but the Yankees have another talented arm on the verge of reaching the high minors. Lefthander Manny Banuelos throws three plus pitches and could move quickly, a la Hector Noesi, Dellin Betances and Adam Warren in 2010.
Yankees’ Investment In Stoneburner Pays Dividends
Jake Westbrook with more life on his fastball. That's how farm director Mark Newman described high Class A Tampa righthander Graham Stoneburner.
Explosive Tools Buy Yankees’ Mesa Time To Develop
The Yankees still aren't sure exactly what they have in 23-year-old Melky Mesa, a tooled-up center fielder who has showcased both power and speed at two Class A stops.
Yankees’ Brackman Tames Trenton In Breakout Year
Righthander Andrew Brackman needed to show the Yankees this season that the tools that made him a first-round pick in 2007 were turning into results after a miserable debut season a year ago.
Yankees’ Montero, Betances Succeed With Loud Tools
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman didn't hesitate when asked about the system's best player: Jesus Montero. "He hit 20 homers in the International League at 20 years old." Correspondent George King also selects a best pitcher and a player to keep an eye on.
Romanski Delivers On Potential With Yankees
Because he had Tommy John surgery, lefty Josh Romanski never did throw a pitch as a Brewer prior to his release. Quickly scooped up by the Yankees, the southpaw pitched so well that he earned a quick promotion to high Class A Tampa.
Joseph Augments Yankees’ Depth At Keystone
The Yankees are rich with catching prospects, but thanks to the development of 21-year-old Corban Joseph, the system also is brimming with second-base talent. "He has always hit," farm director Mark Newman said. "The question will be, What kind of power?"
Top Amateur Acquisitions Exceed Yankees’ Expectations
The Yankees dished out a combined $5.2 million last summer to sign Dominican catcher Gary Sanchez and first-round Texas prep outfielder Slade Heathcott. Given how well that duo has performed this season, it's been money well spent.
Yankees Balk At Including Betances In Deadline Deal
The Yankees balked at including high Class A righthander Dellin Betances in a deal for Cliff Lee, underscoring of the high regard they hold for their 2006 eighth-round pick.
Yankees Midseason Report
Correspondent George King identifies the organization's notables at midseason, selecting a best player, a biggest leap forward and a biggest disappointment.
Role Players Help Yankees Surge Into First
The Yankees' star players played their part in helping New York climb to the top of the American League East standings in mid-June—but only with an assist from a few of the decidedly dimmer lights in the system.
Yankees Go Off Beaten Path With Culver
The Yankees insist they found a hidden gem in first-round pick Cito Culver.
Yankees’ Noesi Melds Velocity With Pinpoint Control
Every organization falls in love with its pitching prospects, especially with those who throw hard. Yet, with Hector Noesi, the Yankees believe they have an arm capable of coupling a 95 mph fastball with excellent control.
Maturity Has Elevated Nunez In Yankees’ Eyes
Shortstop Eduardo Nunez was closing the gap between himself and the Yankees' premium prospects with a fast start at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Yankees Pleased With Adams’ Progress At Keystone
David Adams has played his way to Double-A Trenton in little more than two seasons. He continues to smooth out the rough edges, both offensively and defensively.
Yankees Coaches Buoyed By Trio Of Spring Hopefuls
Yankees coaches Rob Thomson, Dave Eiland and Kevin Long liked what they saw in brief glimpses from a trio of hopefuls in spring training camp.
Yankees’ Dynamic Catching Duo Inspires Confidence
Yankees manager Joe Girardi gushed about young catchers Jesus Montero and Austin Romine when the duo was sent to minor league camp in late March. He would know. Girardi caught in the big leagues for 15 seasons.
Yanks Snare Amateur Taiwanese Third Baseman Kuo
The Yankees signed 18-year-old Taiwanese third baseman Fu-Lin Kuo in January to a six-figure bonus. He has impressed the Yankees' evaluators so much that they believe it will be money well spent.
Yankees Encourage Mark Melancon To Trust His Stuff
The Yankees believe that righthander Mark Melancon's troubles in the big leagues can be traced to his trying to be too fine. His showing in Triple-A lends credence to this belief.
