MillerTime Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 MIAMI -- Sergio Mitre, who underwent Tommy John ligament replacement surgery on July 15, is reuniting with Joe Girardi. When Girardi managed the Marlins in 2006, Mitre was part of the pitching staff. On Monday, Mitre reached agreement on a a split contract with the Yankees, managed by Girardi. The Major League portion of the deal is for $1.25 million, and there is a team option for 2010. Due to the severe surgery on his right elbow, Mitre may not be ready to pitch until midseason, according to his agent, Matt Sosnick. Normal recovery time from Tommy John surgery is 12-18 months. "About eight teams showed interest," Sosnick said. "The Yankees showed the most interest." When healthy, Mitre has tremendous upside. He could be a key contributor for New York in the second half, working either out of the rotation or in the bullpen. Mitre broke in with the Cubs, but he was traded to the Marlins before the 2006 season as part of the Juan Pierre deal. In 2007, the right-hander was 5-8 with a 4.65 ERA in 27 games, all starts. He threw 149 innings. A sinkerballer, Mitre was especially effective early in 2007. In May of that year, he was 2-0 with a 1.12 ERA in 40 1/3 innings. As the season progressed, however, he dealt with fatigue, and his second-half statistics suffered. In 12 starts after the All-Star break, he was 2-4 with a 7.27 ERA. Mitre entered Spring Training with the chance to be among Florida's top three starting pitchers. However, he made just one appearance in Grapefruit League action, facing three batters without recording an out before being lifted with forearm tightness. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmp Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Interesting, hopefully Mitre can resurrect his careers... although going to the Yankees is usually a bad omen for pitchers lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Erick Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Interesting, hopefully Mitre can resurrect his careers... although going to the Yankees is usually a bad omen for pitchers lol. link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnellders Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 New York Yankees Off Season Priority List A. Sign Sergio Mitre B. Sign CC Sabathia C. Sign AJ Burnett D. Sign Manny Ramirez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotcorner Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 that pitching staff needs all the help it can get. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
louiecastillo1 Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Good luck to the Mi-train. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retro_Marlins25 Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 This is actually a great pickup for the Yankees. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnellders Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 that pitching staff needs all the help it can get. Are they expecting much from Phil Hughes or Ian Kennedy in 2009? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puma Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 say it ain't so meech I would have liked to see him go anywhere but NY Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinsMY Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Are they expecting much from Phil Hughes or Ian Kennedy in 2009? Well, they expected huge things of both of them coming into 2008 - and here's what happened: Hughes: 0-4, 6.62 ERA Kennedy: 0-4, 8.17 ERA Last year, there wasn't enough options for the starting rotation, and they both just were handed jobs without earning them. This year, the plan seems to be to get as much starting pitching as possible and have both of them actually compete for a spot in the rotation. With possible free agent signings, however, there may not even be room for them on the Opening Day roster, and they'll both be in Scranton... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schnellders Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Are they expecting much from Phil Hughes or Ian Kennedy in 2009? Well, they expected huge things of both of them coming into 2008 - and here's what happened: Hughes: 0-4, 6.62 ERA Kennedy: 0-4, 8.17 ERA Last year, there wasn't enough options for the starting rotation, and they both just were handed jobs without earning them. This year, the plan seems to be to get as much starting pitching as possible and have both of them actually compete for a spot in the rotation. With possible free agent signings, however, there may not even be room for them on the Opening Day roster, and they'll both be in Scranton... Yeh I know both sucked in the Majors last year. Also wots the general thought on Joba for 09 - starter or reliever? I guess if they managed to get 2 of Sabathia, Burnett and Lowe then he would be more valuable to keep in the set up role Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eddie Altamonte Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Good signing for both Sergio and the Yankees, Mitre could be a key component to an overrated New York pitching rotation for a very long time. Girardi must be Mitre's second best fan because Rabb is top of that list Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IrishHarrington Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Eh , Mitre is a solid number 5th starter ...when healthy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarlinsMY Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Also wots the general thought on Joba for 09 - starter or reliever? I guess if they managed to get 2 of Sabathia, Burnett and Lowe then he would be more valuable to keep in the set up role The Yankees have said he'll be a starter in 2009, but I wouldn't be surprised if they switch him back given the situation you described. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gizmo Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 Best of luck to him in such a hostile environment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rabbethan Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 I wish nothing but luck to my captain. Good, low risk, signing by the Yanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MillerTime Posted November 4, 2008 Author Share Posted November 4, 2008 Finally, Rabb speaks! I know we were all waiting with anticipation as to how Mitre's First Mate would react. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dom2613 Posted November 4, 2008 Share Posted November 4, 2008 As long as hes not with the mets im happy for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jmp Posted November 6, 2008 Share Posted November 6, 2008 Interesting, hopefully Mitre can resurrect his careers... although going to the Yankees is usually a bad omen for pitchers lol. link? Pavano and Loaiza come to mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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