Mark Teixeira

[soxhop411]

http://www.cbssports.com/mlb/eye-on-baseball/24514156/yankees-mark-teixeira-leaves-game-with-strained-hamstring
 
Would the Yankees go after  Kendrys Morales if Tex is out long term?
 

Mark Teixeira said Friday that he'll see how he feels on Saturday, but that he's "not super optimistic" about his hamstring injury sustained in Friday's win over the Blue Jays.
Teixeira will go for an MRI in New York on Monday, but a trip to the disabled list seems like the most likely course of action at this point. The Yankees could utilize Kelly Johnson at first base while Teixeira is out, or could opt to recall Russ Canzler from Triple-A to fill the void. Apr 4 - 11:36 PM
 

 
http://www.rotoworld.com/player/mlb/3329/mark-teixeira?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter
 
 

Bryan Hoch ‏@BryanHoch  4h
The right hamstring is the same one Teixeira strained in the 2010 ALCS. Then, NYY said it would take 6-8 weeks, but that was a Grade 2.
https://twitter.com/BryanHoch/statuses/452248271390785536

 

[mt8thsw9th]

He should just slide into every base.
 

 

[Sampo Gida]

This may be one of those injuries that make the Yankees better, at least in the short term.  Tex was doing nothing and killing them on defense too. Now they have an excuse to play Solarte every day,  and Johnson won't hurt them as much on defense at 1B.  They have no backup for 1B on the 40 man though.
 
Soriano has looked bad enough at DH that they might consider Morales, especially if they are as concerned about Tex being able to hit with that wrist as I am, so he could be insurance at DH and 1B, and would be good trade bait at the deadline if all works out well with Tex and Soriano at the end (they only lose a 2nd round pick if they sign him).

 

[jon abbey]

I think they'll bring up Scott Sizemore, they need to clear a 40 man spot for him though. He has a May 1 opt-out and went 3 for 3 in his first (and only) game in AAA. 

 

[SeanBerry]

Always a stretch to imagine trades but the Mets make a ton of sense to deal with.
 
Ike Davis has been benched for the time being while the team has gotten behind Lucas Duda. On the Yankee side, despite Nunez's defensive issues, the Mets have a serious lack of middle infield depth and Nunez could actually help. Considering he was just DFA'd, the Yankees must already be talking to some teams.
 
Something like Nunez + reliever for Ike would make a ton of sense for both clubs.

 

[jon abbey]

Ike Davis is a good idea, assuming the Mets wouldn't be too scared that he might find his stroke in the Bronx and make them look bad in the tabloids. He's a great fit for Yankee Stadium, here is his 32 HR 2012 season overlaid at YS:

 

[ThePrideofShiner]

This may be one of those injuries that make the Yankees better, at least in the short term.  Tex was doing nothing and killing them on defense too. Now they have an excuse to play Solarte every day,  and Johnson won't hurt them as much on defense at 1B.  They have no backup for 1B on the 40 man though.

 
Tex was killing them? He got hurt in the fourth game of the season. I don't think the 2014 Yankees can be considered better with Teixeira hurt.
 
People calling for Yangervis Solarte to play every day are nuts. How is he not a flash in the pan? A Zoilo Almonte.
 
A lot of hyperbole in this thread. If he is out long term, then I hope they sign Morales, unless there is something better in the minors.

 

[TheYaz67]

Yeah, not so sure this should be looked at as a "positive" - Tex still projected to be one of the middle of the order bats in this offense.  I don't think there is anyone in house who could equal a healthy year from him, but of course healthy years for him seem to becoming scarce...
 
He needs one of Menino's bat canes....
 

 

[ivanvamp]

Always a stretch to imagine trades but the Mets make a ton of sense to deal with.
 
Ike Davis has been benched for the time being while the team has gotten behind Lucas Duda. On the Yankee side, despite Nunez's defensive issues, the Mets have a serious lack of middle infield depth and Nunez could actually help. Considering he was just DFA'd, the Yankees must already be talking to some teams.
 
Something like Nunez + reliever for Ike would make a ton of sense for both clubs.

 
That is actually pretty much a perfect trade.  The Mets could use Nunez, the Yanks could use Ike.  The Yankees seem to have soured on Nunez, and the Mets seem to have soured on Ike.
 
Match made in heaven.

 

[derekson]

The Mets aren't trading Ike Davis for Nuñez. Nuñez has pretty much 0 value right now. And the Mets spent all offseason refusing to sell low on Ike to the teams who were looking for help at 1B (Rays, Pirates, Brewers were all rumored to have interest). Alderson is not going to move Davis unless he gets what he considers to be a fair return, and Eduardo Nuñez isn't even close to meeting that standard.

 

[orphan]

2 more years of this guy! And some wanted Cano for 10! HA! The only comforting thing about this is the low expectation for Tex. 

 

[rembrat]

I'm sorry but there is no way the Mets are bailing out the Yankees. 

 

[jon abbey]

I'm sorry but there is no way the Mets are bailing out the Yankees. 

 
Normally I'd agree with this, but the Mets are being forced to carry two backup first baseman on their 25 man roster right now, which is especially tough in the NL. Davis makes $3.5M (Nunez makes $577K) and the Mets might be happy just to get that salary off their books at this point. 

 

[nattysez]

They've called up Austin Romine,and Girardi claims that Johnson is the starter. Girardi won't have McCann or Soriano play 1st.

https://twitter.com/FeinsandNYDN/status/452476894345457664

 

[jon abbey]

FWIW:
 
Jack Curry ‏@JackCurryYES  1h
While Ike Davis is a first baseman that's available, Yankees don't appear to be interested.

 

[MentalDisabldLst]

Normally I'd agree with this, but the Mets are being forced to carry two backup first baseman on their 25 man roster right now, which is especially tough in the NL. Davis makes $3.5M (Nunez makes $577K) and the Mets might be happy just to get that salary off their books at this point. 

 
Wouldn't it be easier in the NL?  Because you need more pinch hitters per game.

 

[jon abbey]

Heh, good point. I don't pay much attention to the NL.

 

[derekson]

Davis just hit a pinch hit Grand Slam to win today's game.

 

[NYCSox]

Do we know how deep the fork wounds are to his back?

 

[mauidano]

FWIW:
 
Jack Curry ‏@JackCurryYES  1h
While Ike Davis is a first baseman that's available, Yankees don't appear to be interested.

He got interesting today with the pinch hit walk off grand slam!

 

[SemperFidelisSox]

$67 million left on the contract.

 

[derekson]

Not related to Teixeira, but Nuñez DFA and trade return discussion was going on in here, and he's now been traded to the Twins for minor league LHP Miguel Sulbaran. Seems like a live arm in A ball, basically a lottery ticket type prospect. For an idea of his value, the Twins got him from the Dodgers for Drew Butera last summer.

 

[jon abbey]

Also Tex's MRI came back, grade 1 sprain, he shouldn't be gone too long hopefully.

 

[Dahabenzapple2]

If the Mets trade Ike, it can't be to the Yankees

Fwiw, I still say Ike hits this year

 

[terrynever]

Not related to Teixeira, but Nuñez DFA and trade return discussion was going on in here, and he's now been traded to the Twins for minor league LHP Miguel Sulbaran. Seems like a live arm in A ball, basically a lottery ticket type prospect. For an idea of his value, the Twins got him from the Dodgers for Drew Butera last summer.

Good point.

 

[derekson]

Good point.

 
I'm pretty curious about how the Twins will use Nuñez. Given their current SS situation it wouldn't be surprising to see them give Nuney a shot at the everyday SS job: Florimon is the incumbent and he's not much better than replacement. The Twins might just see if Nuñez can settle down defensively with consistent play at his primary position. Or maybe they just wanted him as depth to stash in AAA. 

 

[terrynever]

I'm pretty curious about how the Twins will use Nuñez. Given their current SS situation it wouldn't be surprising to see them give Nuney a shot at the everyday SS job: Florimon is the incumbent and he's not much better than replacement. The Twins might just see if Nuñez can settle down defensively with consistent play at his primary position. Or maybe they just wanted him as depth to stash in AAA.

He's a big league talent who lacks discipline at the plate and technique in the field. Steady playing time in a small market might serve him well. Maybe Gardenhire and his staff can teach him Twins fundamentals. Or maybe he will drive Gardy crazy.

 

[jon abbey]

He kind of reminds me of Wilson Betemit, who figured it out for the Royals at 28 at least for one season (Nunez is 26). Betemit always could hit righties, though, and has way more power. Nunez is super fast, but his batting approach doesn't try to capitalize on that at all. I usually root against ex-Yankees, but I hope he does well, except if he is playing behind Hughes and then I hope he botches every ball.

 

[jon abbey]

Tex is rehabbing in Tampa and will play three innings tomorrow, either in A ball or in extended spring training. He is on track to be activated on Sunday, first day he is eligible to come off the DL. 

 

[terrynever]

He kind of reminds me of Wilson Betemit, who figured it out for the Royals at 28 at least for one season (Nunez is 26). Betemit always could hit righties, though, and has way more power. Nunez is super fast, but his batting approach doesn't try to capitalize on that at all. I usually root against ex-Yankees, but I hope he does well, except if he is playing behind Hughes and then I hope he botches every ball.

Bêtemit had some big-time power from the right side. I agree, though. Nunez could still figure it out if someone hits him over the head with a fungo bat and then teaches him plate discipline and controlling strike zone instead of hacking at everything. Great athlete. Might have been better off playing soccer.

 

[terrynever]

Teixeira's 344-foot fly ball to left last night would have been a homer in only one major league park. Fortunately, the Yankees were in Boston at the time. The homer takes some of the pressure off Teixeira, who wore the golden sombrero the night before. Who knows where he is going from here. He might the real swing player for NY because you kind of know what to expect from a lot of the veterans in the middle of the order. Teix could go either way at this stage of the season.

 

[jon abbey]

Changed the topic title, since seeing it at the top just scared me a bit (Mark Teixeira going for MRI).

 

[terrynever]

Changed the topic title, since seeing it at the top just scared me a bit (Mark Teixeira going for MRI).

Good. The story line for Teixeira has changed now. It's more about what's left in the tank, and can he get most of it back this year. Or does it take two seasons?

 

[derekson]

Good. The story line for Teixeira has changed now. It's more about what's left in the tank, and can he get most of it back this year. Or does it take two seasons?

 
It seems that most players who have this type of wrist injury need a full year back before their power recovers to anything close to previous levels (see Ortiz and Bautista). So I wouldn't expect to see Teixeira show close to his normal power (esp. left-handed) until next year.

 

[EvilEmpire]

Changed the topic title, since seeing it at the top just scared me a bit (Mark Teixeira going for MRI).

GJGE. I saw the thread title and thought he was going on the DL, now for his back.

 

[derekson]

GJGE. I saw the thread title and thought he was going on the DL, now for his back.

 
That was actually how I read it as well.

 

[jon abbey]

Yeah, I'll fix it again.

 

[kieckeredinthehead]

Teixeira's 344-foot fly ball to left last night would have been a homer in only one major league park. Fortunately, the Yankees were in Boston at the time. The homer takes some of the pressure off Teixeira, who wore the golden sombrero the night before. Who knows where he is going from here. He might the real swing player for NY because you kind of know what to expect from a lot of the veterans in the middle of the order. Teix could go either way at this stage of the season.

I disagree. It was crushed into 25 mph winds. On a normal night, that would have been out of Fenway.

 

[jon abbey]

4 HRs in 5 games, he looks the best that he has in years. 

 

[mauidano]

4 HRs in 5 games, he looks the best that he has in years. 

Which is depressing to everyone else in the AL East.  However, SSS.

 

[jon abbey]

He's evidently made similar adjustments at the plate from the LH side as Granderson did when he suddenly developed massive power in 2010, details here:

http://riveraveblues.com/2014/05/mailbag-mark-teixeiras-new-stance-102698/

 

[Dan Murfman]

Out of lineup tonight. Tight groin no word yet if DL is in his future. Probably not available to pinch hit.

 

[jon abbey]

Where are you getting that info from? Lohud says: 
 
"Teixeira complained of fatigue yesterday, which is why today’s day off was predictable. Yankees say there’s very little concern, but Teixeira has been fatigued and dealt with some groin tightness."
 
http://yankees.lhblogs.com/2014/05/12/teixeira-gets-a-day-off

 

[Dan Murfman]

Where are you getting that info from? Lohud says: 
 
"Teixeira complained of fatigue yesterday, which is why today’s day off was predictable. Yankees say there’s very little concern, but Teixeira has been fatigued and dealt with some groin tightness."
 
http://yankees.lhblogs.com/2014/05/12/teixeira-gets-a-day-off

Francesa. The only difference is he said the Yankees were mildly concerned 

 

[jon abbey]

You should always credit sources, especially if they are that bloated windbag who is virtually always wrong about everything. 

 

[LMontro]

He didn't look good scoring  from 2nd in that game yesterday.  Was laboring and breathing heavy.  I understand he's not an Olympic athlete but even for him, it looked odd.

 

[mauidano]

He didn't look good scoring  from 2nd in that game yesterday.  Was laboring and breathing heavy.  I understand he's not an Olympic athlete but even for him, it looked odd.

So you're saying Papi could take him in a foot race?

 

[jon abbey]

Teixeira: "I am out there tomorrow no matter what"
 
https://twitter.com/Joelsherman1/status/466051717654917122
 
If you woke up every morning and tried to be as inaccurate about sports as Francesa in recent years, you'd have quite a challenge. He was good when he first burst on the scene, but that was more than 25 years ago at this point. 

 

[jon abbey]

He sat out today's game, this is from after the game:
 
"Mark Teixeira said he might need more than one day off to get his right wrist soreness under control.
“It’s just inflammation, we think,” Teixeira said. “It’s probably time to take a day or two off to let it calm down anyway.”
Although Teixeira said he’s felt some occasional soreness this season, today was significantly worse and he elected to take no swings. Might not take any tomorrow. He said it bothers him whether he’s hitting left-handed or right-handed, and DH days don’t help because it’s swinging the bat that causes the problem.
There is still no additional MRI scheduled, and doctors have told Teixeira from the beginning that days like this might happen. He acknowledged that he might need occasional days off going forward to keep this from happening again.
“This is definitely out of the ordinary,” he said. “But not completely surprising.”"
http://yankees.lhblogs.com/2014/05/26/teixeira-probably-time-take-day-two/

 

[orphan]

So a real backup 1st baseman is warranted if he will be limited moving forward. What's the plan here? Wait for Cervelli?