It was recently announced that the Yankees plan to include righty flame-thrower Joba Chamberlain in the 2009 starting rotation.

Although I'm glad the Yankees finally have his role decided, I wish they had chosen the other option. I would much rather have him in the bullpen.

Jorge Posada said on "CenterStage" that the Yankees should leave him in the bullpen.

"...If you start him and he pitches 200 innings, he won't be able to [last]. You're going to lose him. He's going to get hurt ... I don't see him as a starter. I'd leave him in the bullpen."

I agree with Jorge. His arm is more valuable as a reliever than a starter. If he throws at this velocity for 200 innings, he's bound to get injured or worn out. It'd be better for the Yankees to stick with Wang, Pettitte (if he returns), and Hughes/Kennedy (who should both battle for a spot). If Mussina returns, then Cash should sign Peavy.

The only way it would make sense to keep Joba a starter is if Mussina doesn't return and the Yanks pull a non-Santana-trade move again. If they didn't give up Cano and prospects for Johan Santana, they probably won't do it for Peavy.

Is it the right move to make him a full-out starter?

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