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I'll take him.  He has good career numbers against righty pitching, and that's how he'll be used. 

Feb 6, 2012 -- 7:45PM, Yankeeswin wrote:

Would you pick Damon or Ibanez? I would preferably want Johnny Back...but I don't hate the idea of Ibanez.

Damon was my 1st choice all along, but Ibanez has always hit righties pretty good. He was my 2nd choice. Damon gives you a lot more on the basepaths, but Ibanez can still play a corner outfield spot if needed.

Rosenthal's also reporting that Ibanez is willing to take less money to play for the Yankees than he would have gotten elsewhere.  Maybe if Johnny felt the same way he'd be here instead.

Feb 6, 2012 -- 8:01PM, louisiana_lightning wrote:

Missing out on one of these guys won't impact our season in the least, can't we hold out and try to deal for a versatile infielder that swings a potent bat against righties?  I think we can pull a few more wins out of having 12 or 13 pitchers on the club rather than over pay for a declining veteran bat.

Wasn't that what Cashman wanted to do to begin with?  Apparently he couldn't get a trade done or they wouldn't be going the FA route.  They could try Ibanez until July and see if a better option becomes available via trade then.  He'll probably also act as their 5th outfielder meaning Dickerson's days are numbered.  He's out of options too. 

Feb 6, 2012 -- 8:06PM, BigGuy wrote:

Feb 6, 2012 -- 8:01PM, louisiana_lightning wrote:

Missing out on one of these guys won't impact our season in the least, can't we hold out and try to deal for a versatile infielder that swings a potent bat against righties?  I think we can pull a few more wins out of having 12 or 13 pitchers on the club rather than over pay for a declining veteran bat.

Wasn't that what Cashman wanted to do to begin with?  Apparently he couldn't get a trade done or they wouldn't be going the FA route.  They could try Ibanez until July and see if a better option becomes available via trade then.  He'll probably also act as their 5th outfielder meaning Dickerson's days are numbered.  He's out of options too. 

Dickerson did little against righties in a terribly small sample last year but his career splits are not bad compared to the guys we are looking at, I'd prefer platooning Dickerson until something better comes along.  At least it wouldn't be an ugly divorce and he wouldn't be granted a prolonged slump due to his name and contract.  When we do cut Dickerson I don't think he'll be missed.