Yanks open vault for Mo, Jorge

[BronxBomberz]

The Yankees have offered contracts to closer Mariano Rivera and catcher Jorge Posada to try to retain the free agents before they can negotiate with other teams next week. "We have made offers that we consider significant, but recognizing, though, there is a market that plays against those offers," general manager Brian Cashman said at the conclusion of the general managers' mee The Yankees made proposals of three years and about $40 million to both players, the New York Times reported, without citing anyone. The Yankees' exclusive window to sign Rivera and Posada ends Monday. The following day, any team can make offers to free agents. Cashman said he is in contact with the players and their agents and having "fluid conversations." According to a report in the Baltimore Sun, the Yankees might have interest in trading for the Orioles' Miguel Tejada to replace Alex Rodriguez at third base. "We have to be open-minded to anything," Orioles president Andy MacPhail said, speaking in general about a possible deal. tings.

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[nyjunc]

Yanls closing in on re-signing Jorge:

"We're really close," Posada told reporters. "It's not about the money. For me, it's the best situation."

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[Veovis]

I hope the Yanks were smart on the Jorge deal. Probably weren't because we have no one to replace him, but we'll once (if) he signs.

[nyjunc]

Jorge signed for 4 years, $52 mil- next up: Mariano.

Yankees and Posada agree to $52.4 million, 4-year contract - MLB - Yahoo! Sports

[Veovis]

Now cross your fingers someone is ready to transition in behind the plate by 2010. That means you Cervelli!

[Lance324]

Originally Posted by Veovis I hope the Yanks were smart on the Jorge deal. Probably weren't because we have no one to replace him, but we'll once (if) he signs.

THEY WEREN'T!!!!!!!!!