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Old 03-09-2018, 15:31   #9
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Originally Posted by Airbornelawyer View Post
Hope springs eternal, and my hope is that Tillman, Davis and Trumbo all have bounce-back years while Jones and Machado have contract years, but another reliable starter would be nice.

How does having all these Rule-5 guys affect the Norfolk Express? I don't quite understand Rule-5, but my understanding is with these guys taking up roster spots Buck would not have the same flexibility to bring up fresh arms as he would with other potential starters/long relievers.

I do think the Yankees rotation has question marks.
Yeah, they'll soak up roster spots if they make the trip North. I think with their pen having guys with options they'll continue the tradition. If they don't get starters it will be a necessity as the bullpen gets worn down late in the season.

Still 49 down at Spring Training so it's about time for a sizeable cut to happen.
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