Matsui’s decision to tough it out, and take one for the team is a positive for the Yankees, yet fans were stricken again, as it was also released that Jorge Posada may have season-ending surgery as well. He should seek out the advice of disabled-list veteran, Carl Pavano.
Last April, Dr. James Andrews diagnosed Posada with a tear in his subscapularis muscle, causing Jorge’s first career visit to the DL. An upset Posada reassured all that he signed a “clean contract” in the offseason, and didn’t think his shoulder was any worse than it had been in years past.
Jorge was advised that rehab would work fine, in lieu of surgery
Since his return from the DL, Jorge has not been the same, and he has not been an everyday player, which is a far cry from his past. Posada has said that he was frustrated that he couldn’t play, and said that he was upset because he wasn’t allowed to play, but now realizes his season may be done.
It would be nice to have Jorge on the bench. Not as a player, but as a DH or pinch hitter, like Matsui.
Posada will have his decision made for him tomorrow, the 22nd, after he gets his MRI results.
If the Yanks lose Posada and Matsui, then the Yankees will need more depth on offense, not Richie “I’m hitting .215” Sexson, but Barry “Gimme a Bat Already” Bonds.
Phil Hughes and Brian Bruney are both making good progress as well. Thank goodness, because as the Yanks' offense continues to flail about, they had better be able to rely on good pitching, a decent bullpen, and maybe (pray to God) an improved bench.
Farnsworth hasn’t given up a run in just under a month’s time. It's true—but he has also only pitched six times this month and it’s the 21 of July. He has a 3.43 ERA this season for good reason, and if there was confidence in him, then he’d play more.
Veras has given up three runs in his last three appearances, while Hawkins has given up six in as many appearances. Traber
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