It's Official: Pettitte's Back With The Yankees

Well that didn't long. Andy Pettitte is officially back with the Yankees. The team signed him to a 1-year deal worth a reported $11.75mm. It's a very smart signing. AP earned himself the contract. He had a solid year for the Yanks last season, earning a little more than $10mm one all was said and done. The contract is definitely fair and both sides should feel good about the deal.

Andy was one of the better FA pitchers on the market and bringing him back definitely strengthens an already improved team (Granderson). The rotation is shaping up but still could be improved. As of now the rotation is Sabathia, Burnett, and Pettitte. As of now, I'd think Hughes and Chamberlain would round out the rotation. I don't think the Yankees are ready to roll with that. I don't think Cashman is done wheeling and dealing. There's been a few names floating around that the Yankees have interest in (Ben Sheets, Jason Marquis, Rich Harden, Kelvin Escobar, John Lackey, Roy Halladay), but nothing substantial is developing. There's still plenty of time.

It's been a pretty active few days for the Yanks. I wouldn't be surprised if Cashman has another move or two he drops on us before the WM conclude tomorrow. Next up: Johnny Damon perhaps?

Peace, love and Pinstripes,

J-Boogie