On paper, the Yankees trade for Nick Swisher looks fantastic. Not only can Swisher get on base, switch hit, and hit for power, but he is only 28 years old, entering the prime of his career. Swisher will either be the replacement at first base for Jason Giambi or the new starting center fielder ...
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Jorge Says No:
PLAYERS:
Nick Swisher,
Jason Giambi,
CC Sabathia,
Wilson Betemit
TEAMS: New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics
TEAMS: New York Yankees, Oakland Athletics
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