RAB Live Chat

Update: Some people have said they weren’t able to access the chat. Hard to read transcript is after the jump (sorry).

1:59 Hey everyone, let’s get this thing going.
 
1:59 [Comment From joey h]
agh that sucks mike and russo broke up. they are both emotional over it 
1:59 I never listened, as you can see my heart is broken. 
1:59 [Comment From dave]
can nady play rf next year? 
2:00 Sure he can. Will he put up the same numbers as Abreu though? 
2:00 [Comment From joey h]
what makes you guys decide to do a chat now when there is nothing positive to talk about? not in a bad way its just kinda too late. 
2:00 Heh, this is when I had the time to do it. Plus it’s draft signing day. 
2:00 [Comment From matt]
do you think mussina and pettitte will be back next year? 
2:00 I do, at least one. Why not both though, depth is a good thing. 
2:01 [Comment From greg]
what do you think the chances of cole still signing are? 
2:01 Less than 50/50, maybe 25/75? The kid has a right to go to school, good luck getting that kind of money in 3 years though. 
2:01 [Comment From Dennis]
If Cole, Bleich, and BIttle dont sign how horrible was this years draft. 
2:02 I think Bleich is a lock, but yeah without Cole it’s rather bleak.

 
2:02 Bleich, Marshall and Corban Joseph, woo hoo. 
2:02 [Comment From anthony]
Tex or CC. Who would you rather sign for 6 years? 
2:03 Tex I suppose. I’d rather overpay in dollars than years for CC, say 4/120 instead of 7/150 
2:03 [Comment From joey h]
Personal question, how did RAB come along and is it your actual job or do you do other things.. 
2:03 The 3 of us were each at separate blogs, frustrated with the people running it, so we got together and started RAB.
 
2:04 All 3 of us have jobs, whatever money we make off the site goes right back into it via hosting costs, etc. 
2:04 [Comment From Tony]
With all the current press on this year’s 1st rounder not signing, what’s the status on last year’s pick Brackman? Do you think he starts and plays the whole year in Tampa? How does he project? I haven’t hear ANYTHING about him lately… 
2:05 Brackman is supposedly going to pitch this winter in Hawaii. He’ll start 2009 in Tampa and they might take it slow with him at first. He’s a stud, legit #1 guy, potential to be better than Joba. 
2:05 [Comment From matt]
I think we should put Joba back at setup and then have a rotation of Sabathia, Wang, Hughes, Mussina, Pettitte 
2:05 But Joba as SP > Hughes, Pettitte or Moose. 
2:06 [Comment From James V]
do you think melky should be pushed down to AAA for the rest of the season to give him consistent at-bats? do you think he’s salvageable? 
2:06 There’s not much to salvage. He’s a capable 4th OFer, as long as Girardi doesn’t keep using him to PH and Pudge to PR. 
2:06 [Comment From mulls]
hi, do you guys think the yanks should sign pat burrell next year 
2:07 Burrell can flat out rake, and he’s better than he gets credit for, the Yanks need to start getting away from the LF/1B/DH types. 
2:07 [Comment From Rich I.]
2009 rotation of Sabathia/Wang/Pettitte/Joba/Mussina/Hughes. Chances? 
2:07 Good, but I honeslty think CC’s going to go home to the west coast. 
2:07 [Comment From KW]
What can we make of Humberto Sanchez at this point? 
2:08 Hard to say. He should start next year in the AAA rotation, no point in sticking him in the pen when he hasn’t shown he can handle starting yet. 
2:08 [Comment From Ken]
Do you guys feel foolish pushing those “Save The Big Three” shirts now that Hughes and Kennedy were duds this year? 
2:09 Never! 
2:09 This year was just a speed bump, too soon to write them off.
 
2:09 [Comment From Pat]
What kind of ceiling do you think JB Cox has? Seems like hes been struggling a bunch this year 
2:09 He has been struggling, and he really hasn’t been getting many K’s at all. 
2:10 I used to think he can close because he’s such a great competitor, but his stuff is down a notch. He’s still got a good chance to be a productive ML reliever though. 
2:10 [Comment From The Stache]
Is Baisley the real deal? 
2:10 Nooooo. Org guy. Like, 3 years old for his league. 
2:11 [Comment From Joe]
If you were inclined to send some prospects (IPK, Ajax, McAllister, etc) for a big player this offseason, what would your choice be? Holliday, McLouth, Fielder? 
2:11 I’d go with Holliday of that crew, Fielder’s not going to age well, and I’m not really a believer in McLouth. 
2:12 [Comment From The Stache]
How old are you? 
2:12 26
 
2:12 [Comment From Dan (ROC, NY)]
What even happened to Marquez? 
2:12 He was pitching like crap in AAA, then he got hurt (oblique I think). He’s in Trenton now. 33 K in 80+ IP is ugly. 
2:13 [Comment From Mark Melancon]
am i the future closer of the yankees? 
2:13 You’ve certainly got the ability and mentality to be. Stud. 
2:13 [Comment From Matt]
Are the Yanks dead? 
2:13 Still 41 games left, so technically no. But it sure looks like a baseball-less October is on the horizon. 
2:13 [Comment From Reggie C.]
Do you think Montero gets listed as a Top 50 prospect in all of baseball? I hate seeing RS players all over the top 50 !! 
2:14 Definitely, 25-35 range. 
2:14 [Comment From radnom]
How do you feel about throwing some money at Baldelli to a minor league deal to see if can ever reach his potential. It would be a crapshoot but we could use a few more options in the bullpen. 
2:14 I’d love to see it, but I doubt he leaves Tampa. He’s be an excellent part time CF/DH guy. 
2:14 [Comment From Jamal G.]
With the rumors of Gerrit Cole, some are putting pressure on Brett Marshall to be the crown jewel of this draft. Is that fair and does he have the ceiling to be the crown jewel of a “good” draft? 
2:15 That’s tough to do to anyone, especially a HS kid. It’s not Marhall’s fault Cole isn’t going to sign. 
2:16 He does have a ton of talent, but he’s more 2nd – 3rd round material. Ideally he’s not the centerpiece of your haul. 
2:16 [Comment From Shelley]
Am i going to be back in the Bronx this year? 
2:16 Sept call-ups I imagine. Nothing more than late-inning PH and designated forearm smasher though. 
2:16 [Comment From James]
Will Austin Jackson spend a full year in AAA before playing at the major league level? 
2:17 I think so. He’s been good in AA, but not holy crap good. There’s nothing wrong with spending a full year in AAA. 
2:17 [Comment From Joseph P.]
With so many people declaring the Yanks dead, if they make the playoffs, can we make our mascot the Rally Zombie? 
2:17 Heh. I kinda like the squirrel though. 
2:18 [Comment From Burt]
Why the name River Ave Blues? What does it mean? 
2:18 Absolutely nothing. We were just kinda throwing things out there and it sounded best. I wish there was more of a story behind it. 
2:18 [Comment From Word]
So is this chat thing, harder, easier, or what you expected? 
2:19 Not bad, hard to keep up with all the questions. Please don’t get mad if I skip over years, there’s a ton in the queue. 
2:19 [Comment From jim]
how much power potential does jesus montero have. Could he be a 30-40 HR guy in the majors? 
2:19 Yeah, the power is immense. He could hit .230 and still hit 30 bombs.
 
2:19 [Comment From Melky Cabrera]
Will I be the starting CF next year? 
2:19 Sadly, I think so. 
2:20 [Comment From Gerry]
Chris Smith batting .140 in GCL are you worried 
2:20 Waaaaaaay to early. Rookie stats are worthless. Like Melky at-bats. 
2:20 [Comment From Cashman?]
Do i deserve an extension? 
2:21 I think so. Sure he’s made some mistakes, but there’s something to be said for his ability to recognize those mistakes, and trying to fix them with a new approach. 
2:21 He’s not trying to cover up Pavano and Wright with more overpaid FA. Think Silva and Bedard in Seatlle, how they’re covering for Batista and Washburn, 
2:21 [Comment From Joey]
K-Law type chat? Got any books or recipes to share? 
2:22 Nada. I guess I’m not a very cultured guy. 
2:22 [Comment From Jamie]
What’s the background story of how you 3 came together? I know some of you were at Off the Facade (I read then) and I think Mike you were at IGWT if I’m not mistaken.. 
2:23 We all had separate sites, but emailed back and forth and talked occasionally. Ben and Joe decided to start RAB, and they asked me to come along. I’m the third wheel, I suppose. 
2:23 [Comment From cole]
how many picks could the yanks land for the 2009 draft? 
2:24 Lots. Comp picks for Cole & Bittle, plus 2 each for Abreu, Pettitte, Moose. So that’s what, 8 picks total? Yikes. 
2:24 [Comment From M. Texeira]
I want 8 years 180 mil 
2:24 I wish you luck. 
2:24 [Comment From Joe Girardi]
Who should i pinch run for Damon in a late-game situation tonight, Molina or Sexson? 
2:24 Go with Moose. Keep the position players available. 
2:25 [Comment From John Sterling]
Are my failed attempts at prolonging the “YANKEES WIN” statements growing pathetic? 
2:25 Not so much pathetic, just … annoying. 
2:25 [Comment From misty]
Where do you see K-Rod going? 
2:25 Detroit seems logical. Lots of dough, terrible pen. 
2:26 I can see the Mets getting involved, then shipping Wagner elsewhere. 
2:26 [Comment From Mike A.]
Your take on this Olympic team? Are they really this bad and do you think they’ll medal? Also don’t you think the 11th inning rule is pretty stupid? 
2:26 I think they’ll medal. The sooner Davey Johnson realizes that Jeff Stevens is not the best late-game relief option the better. 
2:26 [Comment From anthony]
Say Cole doesn’t sign and they get the 2009 pick. Can they lose that pick by signing free agents? They’ll have other picks so the point is probably moot, but I’m curious. 
2:27 No, that pick is protected. 
2:27 [Comment From Matt Nokes]
Can you see any of the young guys being called up before Sept 1. Miranda and Melancon? 
2:27 Miranda yes, because he’s on the 40-man already. Melancon I’m not so sure. Maybe just call him to up soak it all in. 
2:27 [Comment From Jamal G.]
Seeing as how the biggest flaws of the 2008 Yankees seem to be hitting w/RISP and injuries to the starting rotation, is there anything drastic that really needs to be done to “fix” the Yankees? 
2:28 Realistically, what can they do? The talent is in place, they just need to get their act together. The whole team is pressing, everyone’s trying to hit a 6-run HR ever time up. 
2:29 [Comment From Michael Phelps]
I swim faster than Pudge pinch runs. 
2:29 You swim faster than Pudge drives, too. 
2:29 [Comment From jarrod washburn]
are the people running the mariners really that stupid? 
2:29 Bavasi was. The interm GM is in a tough spot. 
2:29 [Comment From Gerry]
How deep does next years draft class look? 
2:30 It’s pretty bad, everything (HS bats, arms, college bats, arms) is all down. 
2:31 There’s about 5 truly great prospects – Strasburg, Alex White of UNC, Kyle Gibson of Mizzou, Grant Green of USC, and Dustin Ackley at UNC. Everyone else is just kinda mediocre. 
2:31 [Comment From David Cone]
So how am I doing in the booth? 
2:31 Good, I’m a fan. Did they stop jerking IPK off yet? 
2:31 [Comment From Derek Jeter]
When am I going to start playing outfield? 
2:32 I don’t see it. He seems like a SS for life. 
2:32 [Comment From Manimal]
Who the hell picked meachem for third base? 
2:32 Girardi. I believe Meachem was his guy in FLA too. 
2:32 [Comment From KW]
There’s been talk that the team’s quit on Girardi, do you think it’s the case? 
2:32 Oof, I’m not sure. If so, that’s bad, like real bad. 
2:33 [Comment From Leo]
Cano for Greinke or Cain in the off sesason do you make that trade 
2:33 I would, preferably Greinke (less miles on the arm). 
2:33 [Comment From Pablo Zevallos]
do they sign one of Dwyer, McMahan, or Lassiter by the end of the night? 
2:34 I think they’ll get Lassiter done. McMahan’s already on campus I believe. 
2:34 [Comment From Jake Peavy]
Cano for Peavy? 
2:34 + IPK, Ajax, Montero, two Joba’s, Hughes, then maybe they’ll think about it. 
2:34 [Comment From George Costanza]
Are you at work while conducting this chat? If so, you’re my idol 
2:35 Heh, no I’m home. Office is closed today. 
2:35 [Comment From carl pavano]
I’m about to buy Madden 09, good investment? And will I hurt myself opening the wrapper? 
2:36 I’m getting it right after the chat. Played  the demo on PS3, sick. 
2:36 [Comment From John]
If quizzes are quizzical, then what are tests? 
2:36 Testic … oh I see what you did there.
 
2:37 [Comment From alex]
Cano for Prince..then sign odogg 
2:37 If they trade Cano, I’d be all about getting the O-Dawg as a replacement. 
2:37 [Comment From Ivan]
Do you think Cano could bounce back next season? 
2:37 God I hope so. 
2:37 [Comment From The House]
Favorite Yankee stadium memory, that you were there for? 
2:37 Doc’s no-hitter. That was something else. 
2:38 [Comment From Anthony M]
Speaking of video games for PS3…did you play MLB The Show 08? 
2:38 Yes, I’m about 100 games into my Franchise with the Pads. Getting frustrated by the injuries and lack of offense, so it’s Madden time. 
2:38 [Comment From mike francessa]
Trade cano for doc halladay 
2:39 I dunno, JP did turn down David Wright for Shannon Stewart once upon a time. Maybe he’ll fall for it.
 
2:39 [Comment From steve jobs]
FYI, the chat works on my iphone 
2:40 Nice. I dropped my mp3 the other day and now it doesn’t work, so I’m going to take that as a sign that I need to get an iPhone. 
2:40 [Comment From Findley]
One works out, McAllister of Betances, take your pick. 
2:40 Betances. 
2:41 [Comment From Dave]
Man everybody is piling on Cano. You agree? 
2:41 I agree, but I guess he’s an easy target. 
2:41 [Comment From Betances]
Am i number 1 potential? 
2:41 Absolutely. Long ways to go though. I’m encouraged that you cut down your walk rate in the second half. 
2:41 [Comment From alex]
pudge or molina for next year 
2:42 Molina. I can live with a .500 OPS if he keeps playing D like that and the rest of the team hits. 
2:42 [Comment From Jamal G.]
DOn’t get the iPhone, get the HTC TouchPro, it’s the iPhone…with a God Damn keyboard. Trust me, the lack of a keyboard will anger you with the iPhone. 
2:42 Noted. 
2:42 [Comment From Bobby Meacham]
People who think i am anything more than a minor problem are idiots, yes or no? 
2:43 Yes. As someone suggested yesterday, Madonna should be the 3B coach, she’ll wave everyone in. 
2:43 [Comment From UNION YES.]
Where do you see Brett Gardner next year? 
2:44 I bet he starts in AAA, then is the first one up when the inevitable injury strikes.
 
2:44 [Comment From Chris]
What’s the difference between IPK and Melky? Same age, low ceiling, struggled a ton this year.. 
2:44 IPK’s track record is far more impressive. 
2:44 [Comment From Pat Vendite]
Are the yankees going to ask me to pick an arm to throw with? 
2:45 Nah, why fix it if it ain’t broke? 
2:45 [Comment From Austin Romine]
Im doing pretty well too, give me some credit! 
2:45 That you are. It’s touhg playing in Montero’s shadow though. 
2:45 [Comment From KW]
Hazard a guess for the OF for next year? Nady…damon…matsui? 
2:45 That sounds about right, with Melk and JC on the bench. 
2:46 [Comment From Jamal G.]
The Rays or the Rangers, who will be the most talented team in the Major Leagues in five years? Are there other teams to seriously consider? 
2:46 Rays easily. The Dodgers are going to be a monster soon, as soon as someone realizes that Juan Pierre and Andruw Jones suck. 
2:47 [Comment From alberto gonzalez]
Should the yankees have traded me? 
2:47 I don’t think so. Who’s the backup MIF now, Cody Ransom? What’s so special about Jhonny Nunez anyway? 
2:47 [Comment From Pat the Bat]
How much to sign me? 
2:48 I say 4/50, if you get offered anything more, take it then yell “no backsies!” 
2:48 [Comment From steve]
no way Matsui sniffs the OF on a regular basis next year 
2:48 This is true. Had not considered that… 
2:48 [Comment From Cervelli]
Will I back-up Jose next year? 
2:48 Noooo. He’s got what, 20 at-bats above A-ball? 
2:49 [Comment From frits]
sheesh, why don’t you just hand the chat over to jamal g and you guys can talk and we can watch. make it official. 
2:49 I haven’t been looking at the names, honestly. 
2:49 [Comment From chris britton]
Why can’t I stay in NY long enough to rent an apartment? 
2:49 I don’t get it. He’s out of options next year, so he’s either going to stick with the Yanks out of camp or be trade bait. I’m guessing the latter. 
2:50 Did I spell that right, latter? Why doesn’t it look right… 
2:50 [Comment From Brandon]
Should Cashman bring back Abreu for 2009? 
2:51 I think they’re secretly hoping he accepts arbitration. There are worse things in the world than Bobby Abreu on a 1 yr, $16-18M deal. 
2:51 [Comment From Christian Garcia]
I was just checking out that smiling T.J. on the right and noticed my numbers kinda stink, Am I going on the 40 man and where should I start next year to put it back together? 
2:52 I say no on the 40-man, if someone wants to give him a shot at sticking in the bigs all of next year, be my guest. He should start back in Tampa, with a chance to be promoted quickly. 
2:52 [Comment From James V]
Carmen Angelini – a little overrated last year or just too soon to tell? 
2:52 Too soon. Ajax had a very similar season at the same level in 2006. 
2:53 [Comment From Pablo Zevallos]
Who’s Rule 5 eligible next year? 
2:55 2005 college draftees and 2004 HS guys. So based on a quick glance, Cox and Horne, Garcia are the big names. Not sure about the int’l FA guys. 
2:55 [Comment From Phil Hughes]
Would I be crazy if I said barring injury, I can be the yanks best pitcher in 3 years? 
2:56 Yes. But I’ll settle for second best with Joba #1. 
2:56 [Comment From RAB fan]
how often can we expect these chats to happen in the future? 
2:56 That is good question, we have to figure that out. 
2:56 [Comment From Ace]
When would we say that Phil Hughes and Ian Kennedy aren’t going to pan out and trade them before their stock falls too far. OR. Will they amount to a lot more in the future 
2:57 2010? I’ve notived that year 3 in the bigs is when most pitchers figure it out. Go check out some stats, like Hallady, Volquez, Sheets… 
2:57 [Comment From UNION YES.]
If Pavano gets a few starts this year and dominates, what do you think his situation will be next year? 
2:57 I see no chance of him being a Yankee next year. It’s best for everyone if he goes elsewhere. 
2:58 [Comment From Craig Breslow]
Why doesn’t Brian Cashman realize that I am not only a graduate from Yale (Pre-Med), but I’m the Lefty Reliever that he has longed to have in the bullpen??!? I own Big Papi. 
2:58 Ross Ohlendorf is an Ivy Leaguer, he didn’t fare so well. (Yes I know he’s not a LHP) 
2:59 [Comment From Steven White]
Why was I released? This year was the only bad one! 
2:59 I heard that in your last start, the scouts had you topping out at 82-84. Yikes. 
2:59 [Comment From James]
Did you hear that the Dodgers called up Tanyon Sturtze? How many of the big 3 should we trade for him? 
2:59 Poor guy, Torre must be licking his chops. 
3:00 [Comment From Pablo Zevallos]
follow-up: Cox and Horne get protected? Will they sacrifice Marquez for a spot, or is that not yet needed? I think they’d have to… 
3:00 Yes, Cox and Horne should get protected. They have enough 40-man spots opening up with all the FA’s, so no need to sacrifice Marquez. 
3:00 [Comment From Guest]
most likely prospect to really break out next year? like ajax last year and montero now… 
3:01 That’s a good one, let me think about it and I’ll answer at the end. 
3:01 [Comment From James]
Should we trade Pavano for Jeremy Shockey or Brett Favre? 
3:01 What about Vilma? 
3:02 [Comment From Omar M]
How about Matsui for Heilman and Evans this off-season? 
3:02 But Omar, Matsui’s not hispanic. 
3:02 [Comment From Colter Bean]
I guess I did suck. 
3:02 Yes, yes you did. Score one for the tradional scouts. 
3:02 [Comment From t-reynz]
is it necessary to pick up Marte’s option next year with Melancon waiting in the wings? 
3:03 Why not pick it up? Marte on a 1/6 deal is a bargain. Better than paying 3/12 for LOOGY on the FA market. 
3:03 [Comment From Cabrera, Melky]
Rotoworld says me and Sexson are gone for Ransom and Gardner. 
3:03 Interesting… 
3:04 [Comment From James]
How long before the Dodgers aquire Paul Quantril, Mike Stanton, Jeff Nelson, and Kyle Farnsworth? 
3:04 I hear Ramiro Mendoze and Graeme Lloyd are available too. 
3:04 [Comment From UNC baseball]
when and how did we get so good so fast? 
3:05 I dunno, but look at some of the names to come out of their recently: Andrew Miller, Dan Bard, Alex White, those aren’t exactly crappy players. 
3:05 [Comment From melky]
what do you think of me going down to AAA? 
3:05 It’s well deserved. 
3:05 [Comment From Corban Joseph]
Am I a top ten prospect in the system already? 
3:06 Not yet, more 20-30 range right now. Too far down the ladder. 
3:06 [Comment From james]
marte till came to yanks best lefty reliever in all of baseball? 
3:06 Better than BJ Ryan? 
3:06 [Comment From Joe]
Would Conor Jackson make sense to trade for? Can play a decent corner OF, good 1B and is a similar bat to Nady, but with more walks and maybe less HR. 
3:07 I’d love to get CoJack, but they wouldn’t give him up for Teixeira. How are the Yanks supposed to get him? 
3:07 [Comment From Chris]
Top 5 Yankee prospects going into next year? 
3:08 In order: Ajax, Montero, Melancon, McAllister, Betances. Brackman is #6, Cole would be #4. 
3:08 [Comment From Melky Cabrera]
I hate you Mike. Why did you have to harp on my failures so much? We know Mr. Cashman reads this site.. 
3:08 I went to get a new pair of glasses this morning, and the ones I like the best were made by Carrera. I passed because it sounded too much like Cabrera. 
3:09 [Comment From Rich I.]
What kind of music do you listen to? 
3:09 Punk, hardcore, metal  mostly. Right now I’ve got Propagandhi on. 
3:09 [Comment From Garett Atkins]
should the yanks go after me this off-season to play 1B? 
3:10 That would be a fine pickup. What’s the cost though? 
3:10 [Comment From Corey]
this is not a chat, this is stupid. 
3:10 I’m sorry you feel that way. 
3:10 [Comment From anthony]
what do you think of the moves of bringing up gardner and ransom? 
3:11 They can’t be any worse than Melky and Sexson, right? That’s a plus. 
3:11 [Comment From Joe]
Best Propagandhi album? Today’s empire’s, Tommorrow’s Ashes kills. 
3:11 I’m going to go off the board and say Potemkin City Limits. 
3:11 [Comment From ManRam]
Can I play in pinstripes next season? 
3:12 No thanks. Why should I think you’ll play hard once you sign? 
3:12 [Comment From Andrew Brackman]
will I pitch in the majors next year? 
3:12 Might as well, he’s already on the 40-man and has contract for the next few years. Not til Sept though. 
3:12 [Comment From whozat]
Do you think bringing up another UT guy implies that Jeter’s foot is still hurting pretty significantly? That they feel they need greater depth up the middle beyond Betemit? 
3:13 I think so. If Jeter can’t go, they need another MIF. Christian used to play the infield though, I’m sure he can handle it in an emergency. 
3:13 [Comment From The King]
Do you really think Hughes has been throwing as hard as been reported in his rehab starts. Or are the minor league guns a little hot? 
3:14 They definitely hot. Nothing wrong with 91-93 though. 
3:14 [Comment From Ben K.]
Need a bathroom break….?? I can spot you until you come back :] 
3:14 Jealous? And I’m not sure you’re the real Ben either… 
3:15 [Comment From RAB FAN]
Where does Jesus play when Romine catches and vice versa 
3:15 They’ve been alternating between C and DH. It’s unlikely both with make it, so eventually this will sort itself out. 
3:15 [Comment From Wilkins De la Rosa]
Am I not the best sleeper prospect for next season? Si o no? 
3:16 I think you’re too good to be considered a sleeper.
 
3:16 [Comment From Richard Lockwood Sexson]
What team is going to sign me? My career’s got to be over soon, right? 
3:16 More time to count those millions, right? 
3:17 [Comment From Manimal]
I know absolutely nothing about ransom. Help me. 
3:17 Late-20’s, adequete defensively at each IF spot. Lots of pop in his bat, not the best at making contact. Sounds like another Betemit, no? 
3:17 [Comment From Phil Coke]
am I a reliever or a starter next year? 
3:18 Starter in AAA, ultimately you’re a reliever. 
3:18 [Comment From Phil]
Montero: Best Yankee hitting prospect since………… 
3:18 In terms of total package, gotta be since Nicky J. 
3:19 Fun stat: even though he’s missed about 3 months, Nick Johnson still leads the Nats in walks this year. 
3:20 [Comment From Joe]
If RAB had a theme song when it opened up, to give readers an idea of the mood, what would it be? 
3:20 Good question, what do you guys think? 
3:20 [Comment From Austin Jackson]
Why am I not on the Olympic squad? Am I too uninspiring or are the Yanks just selfish? 
3:21 I think it’s because they’re not trying to build the best prospect team, they need a team that can win now. Not sure if you’re ready to do that. 
3:21 [Comment From Estee Harris]
I’m doing solid with the White Sox A+ team. Did the Yanks give up on me too early? 
3:21 Uh, no. 
3:21 [Comment From Steve]
“Fun stat: even though he’s missed about 3 months, Nick Johnson still leads the Nats in walks this year. “ 
3:22 Oops, my bad. Accident. 
3:22 [Comment From Ivan]
What is A-Jax upside/ceiling? He has a great tools but too streaky and k’s alot. Any major league player comparable to him? 
3:22 I hate playing the comp game, but he’s very similar to Mike Cameron, minus the game changing D. 
3:23 [Comment From steve]
5 years from now … joba > hughes or hughes > joba ? 
3:23 Joba > Hughes 
3:23 [Comment From manimal]
When I go on RAB on my iPod touch some times it brings me to the mobile version and some times it brings me to the normal version, anyway to fix that? 
3:24 Isn’t it supposed to do that? We’re aware that sometimes the mobile site comes up, and we’re trying to fix it. 
3:24 [Comment From The Scout]
Do you really have a key on your key board that says “Tim Battle K’d”? 
3:24 Yes, but I have to manually type in the “twice” afterwards. 
3:25 [Comment From Baseballnation]
Who’s cooler really, You, Joe or Ben? 
3:25 I’m the oldest, Ben’s in law school, and Joe’s in a band. So I guess that means Joe. 
3:26 Few more then I’m going to wrap it up guys, Madden’s a waitin’ 
3:26 [Comment From Matt Carson]
Am I anything more than Kevin Reese? 
3:27 You have a much better arm, a little more juice in your bat. He’s another guy that will have to be added to the 40-man this winter, either that or he becomes a 6-yr FA. 
3:27 [Comment From Pete]
Mike your the oldest? 
3:27 Yeah, not by that much though. 
3:27 [Comment From Guest]
***REMINDER***who will the break out guy be next year? 
3:28 I’m going to go with … Angelini! 
3:28 [Comment From currambayankees@aol.com]
do you guys really want to sign bittle? the guy has shoulder issues and i don’t blame the yankees for not signing him. 
3:29 Of course he and his agent say he’s fine. He’s not willing to cut a deal, and if the medicals are that bad, let him walk. Good luck having a better year in 2009 than you did this year. 
3:29 [Comment From Will]
forget Coolstats or anything like that, you’re personal percentage of the yanks making the playoffs? 
3:29 I say 40%. Rays are getting bit by the injury bug a bit. 
3:29 [Comment From mike]
Tex or CC ? 
3:30 If I had to pick one, then CC. Where else  can you find a guy like that? 
3:30 [Comment From georgie]
how many games will posada catch next year? and will we have anybody else other than molina to aid us in those situations? 
3:31 I’d be shocked if he catches more than 100. Seems to me like Molina or bust. 
3:32 [Comment From Frank the Tank]
How many people are going streaking through the quad and around the gymnasium after this? 
3:32 I certainly am! That’s all folks, thanks for showing up. This was a lot of fun. We’ll do it again sometime soon. 
3:32 [Comment From Dave]
Have you ever had sex with a big gurl, if not, would you? 
3:33 One more for the road: let’s just say I’ve had many regrettable moments in college… 
3:33 Okay, later all.