As you’ve all probably heard by now, the Yankees have signed top-notch reliever Rafael Soriano.
From Bryan Hoch:
NEW YORK — The Yankees have created one of the game’s top late-inning relief combinations, agreeing to terms with free-agent right-hander Rafael Soriano on a three-year, $35 million contract.
Soriano and the Yankees came together on the deal late Thursday, according to a source. The Yankees have not confirmed the report, and Soriano must pass a physical before the contract can be officially announced.
With Soriano installed in the Yankees’ bullpen, the team will enter 2011 showcasing a new setup man for Mariano Rivera, as well as a possible future successor for the long-occupied closer role in the Bronx.
This excites me a lot! What other club can say that their 8th inning guy is SoRIANO and their 9th inning guy is MaRIANO?
On a serious note though, I think this was a very good move by the Yankees. Not only will Soriano be one of the best 8th inning guys in the game, but if there are times when Rivera needs some rest, there’s no one more reliable than Soriano to close out a few games.
As you can tell, I have a lot of faith in this guy. I’m hoping that he’ll prove me right. *Crossing my fingers.*
