yanks have made some big acquisitions over the past few days.

x nady and damaso marte from the pirates, and didn't have to give up much for them. i'm surprised nady was available, as he has a great stat line -- batting 330 with 60 rbis.

and just a few days earlier, yanks signed unfortunately-named richie sexson for virtually nothing. granted, he was playing about as good as virtually nothing, at the time, but he has some great ability. hopefully, the change of scenery will give him a boost above ...y'know... .220.

now there's talk of getting washburn from the mariners (thats why you wear a condom!). not sure how much use he'll be, as he's i think around 35 and having a pretty poor season. maybe he can be a consistent long-relief or 5th starter?

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