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December 06, 2007

Padres Grab Michael Gardner In Rule 5

Gardner had a decent year in the pen for Trenton last year. But, he's 26-years old too. He was taken by the Yanks in the 13th round of the 2003 Draft. He's had some injury issues in the past.

The Padres obviously see something here. It's a good break for him to get taken today. Let's see if it turns out to be a bad break for the Yankees.

Posted by Steve Lombardi at December 6, 2007 11:33 AM

Comments

Does anyone know whether Cox and Whelan were eligible for the rule 5 draft? I'm just curious to figure out how the team ranks its relief prospects.

Posted by: jonm [TypeKey Profile Page] at December 6, 2007 12:09 PM

Whelan will be eliglble next year, Cox the year after. Both will likely be in the bigs before that though.

Posted by: Mike A. [TypeKey Profile Page] at December 6, 2007 01:01 PM

Thanks, Mike A. The Yankees are loaded with potential relievers. I like that.

Posted by: jonm [TypeKey Profile Page] at December 6, 2007 01:13 PM