The Young Yankees

Yanks prospects to contend for title tells us about some young Yankees. Some, like Joba Chamberlain, have already played in the major leagues while others have shown promise on a minor league level. Position players like outfielders Jose Tabata, Austin Jackson and Brett Gardner are discussed. Tabata played in the Florida State League last year. He suffered a wrist injury which caused him to miss playing time but managed to hit 307. He has speed and was only 18 years old last season. Austin Jackson is a five tool player who spent time playing for Tampa last season. Gardner is another speedster with many stolen bases to his credit.

The Yankees have a young catcher named Jesus Montero from Venezuela. He received a large bonus to sign with the Yanks. Montero played in the Gulf Coast league and has power.

Pitchers include a six feet seven inch right hander named Dellin Betances and relief pitcher Eric Wordekemper. Wordekemper, a righthander, spent almost the entire season with Tampa and compiled an impressive ERA.

Humberto Sanchez, acquired in the Sheffield trade, missed last season because of Tommy John surgery but is back for 2008. He will be 25 years old in May.