Sorry, no links because it was radio. I have heard on the radio twice in the past 10 days by 2 different people that the Twins and Yankees were talking a deal that would send Hunter to NY for Robinson Cano and maybe a minor leaguer.
Today there was a small blurb in the paper stating now that NY's season was over, they were increasing their efforts to land Hunter.
Whether there is any validty to any of this, it's anyone's guess. But I have heard or seen something it 3 times.
Your thoughts.
Just say No to trading Cano.
My sentiments exactly.Originally Posted by Bernie Inferno
Get 27!
I like Hunter...a lot.
But trading Cano really would be painful for me. In agreement with Bernie Inferno.
we are going to need a hot stove forum soon.
Very Doubtful. You probally heard it on WEEI during fan call in's.
Pass.
Cano's name will come up in all trade discussion's this offseason. He is our most valuable trading chip, but I wouldnt do it for Tori Hunter. He probably will be traded for something, because of the weak crop of FA's this year, and we all know how George, and the Tampa faction like to tinker with this roster.
If we can find another way to get Hunter, we need to jump on it. But Cano is a great young talent, we should keep him. But Hunter would look great in pinstripes.
Man, that would be so stupid. But...if stupid, likely that Tampa will do it
Cano thanks.
Bullsh*t.
We may be trying for Hunter, but the Yankees aren't trading Robinson Cano. Not unless the Twins want to throw Santana into the deal.
Now, I would do, Cano, and Wang for Hunter, and Santana, though it would never happen.
and Nathan
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No, this was Minnesota radio and these were not call in shows.Very Doubtful. You probally heard it on WEEI during fan call in's.
Personally, I agree, don't trade Robby.
Although Hunter is great defensely but get 2 strikes on him and throw one eye level, he'll go after it every time. That pitch with him reminds me of Sori and that outside breaking ball.
Sounds Realistic, Trade Cano for Hunter, sign Soriano back as a free agent. Fills two holes, adds speed and power.
Lineup
Jeter SS
Arod 3B
Soriano 2B
Sheff RF/DH
Matsui LF
Giambi 1B
Hunter CF
Posoda C
Doin' it again in 2010..
Now that's just silly. SILLY.
Y'think?
I like Cano, but Hunter is a proven commodity, and we are desparate for a Center Fielder. Cano is a very casual fielder, and if he has that attitude as a rookie, what will he be like after a few years? He might turn out to be a perennial all-star; I don't know, but if we have a chance to get Hunter for him, I would go for it.
Stupid move.
You've got nothing to believe in but believing in yourself.
I think with Torii Hunter you also have to think how much the Yanks will look at someone like Vernon Wells. If anyone read the Post today, it looks like Shef is going to be part of these plans.
Steinbrenner was asked whether he was impatient for another ring. "Yes, very impatient," he said, adding: "Get out of my way." - ESPN.com 2/16/06
Let's just waive Cano. It would be more honorable.
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that is a killer lineup; a very nice mix of speed and power
right now Paul Heyman is laughing his ass off
Hunter is a proven mediocre commodity. There's a difference.
A casual fielder? Did you ever see Rickey Henderson play the OF?
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I can believe that the Yankees and Twins are talking about Hunter but there is no way in hell the Yankees are trading Cano. That's just crazy talk.
Never left the Betances bandwagon.
If Soriano or Furcal were added, then I'd trade Cano and one of our pitchers (Proctor/?) for Hunter and JC Romero (lhrp) both of whom want out of Minnesota.
Who is Paul Heyman?
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The Post was just throwing sh*t at the wall.
The Yanks don't even know who the GM is going to be in 3 weeks, much less whose in what plans.
By killer, do you mean a lineup that would kill the Yankees?
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If Oppenheimer takes over, Cano will not likely be with the team next year. If that means giving him up for an average player in Hunter, then so be it.
i would love to have Torii Hunter roaming the outfield for the Yankees, but NOT if it means giving up Robinson Cano
I think that an outfielder can afford to be a little more casual than an infielder who must make quick decisions and quick throws. Outfield by its nature is a more casual position.
The Tampa people are the biggest proponents of promoting from within.
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This is bad. BAD.
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Because OF misplays can cause multiple base errors, unlike IF misplays that cause single base errors?
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Oppenheimer has more respect for youth than the average Tampian.
Brian "Stick" Cashman will never let his fans down
They're not.....
My other go-for-the-gusto trade proposal may be even less likely to happen since Cashman, who's still here at last head count, **has declared promising second baseman Robinson Cano off-limits.** In any case, I'd propose trading Cano for allegedly available Twins centerfielder Torii Hunter.
While Cano's a budding virtuoso at the plate, he's a certifiable space cadet in the field. If the Yankees could grab Hunter, they could try replacing Cano with a better defender at second, say Braves free agent shortstop Rafael Furcal, who batted .322 after the All-Star break and could switch positions.
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The only downside that I see to that lineup is a few guys who strikeout a lot. It would be an improvement over this year's lineup, considered by many to be one of the strongest in the league.
IF errors typically SHOULD have been sure outs though.
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No, because outfielders generally have more time to make decisions. Are you really comfortable with Cano's approach at 2nd base?
Furcal is available and has a gun for an arm, might be worth looking into
I think he's still on probation for his DUI last year. Kid's got issues.
After Soriano, absolutely.
The kids' 22, he'll mature.
It is more important for OFers to be big time offensive producers than IFers. Yet Cano is a better offensive player than Hunter right now, and will be a much better offensive player in the near future.
You don't throw a player like him away because you think he is casual in the field, when he turns the DP with amazing speed and quickness, and makes the tag play like few other 2Bman.
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Not true.....
Amazing how people forget just how bad Sori was/is at 2B.
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Given that he is 22 and an a budding offensive star, absolutely.
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He has all the tools to be a top flight defensive 2Bman.
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No doubt.
I was just replying to your comment about the value of an IF misplay vs an OF misplay.
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Hunter's range just wasn't good anymore, and that was before his latest injury. If you're trading Cano, which I'm highly against, we shouldn't be getting someone whos older has a lower batting average, a marginally better OBP, basically equal slugging, and is by all fielding statistics an average fielder at best, BEFORE HE HURT HIS ANKLE
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