SHEA HILLENBRAND TO SIGN WITH YANKEES?
The New York Yankees, needing an upgrade at first base, are rumored to be interested in former Red Sox, Diamondback, Blue Jays, Giants & Angels infielder Shea Hillenbrand.
Hillenbrand, a hitter prone to streaks would be a decent upgrade talent wise to the New York first base position but the baggage he brings in attitude might be something that is worse for the Yankees than their difficulties finding a replacement for Jason Giambi's bat in the lineup.
And that attitude might bring just enough extra discord to an already shaky Yankees team to derail them or the remainder of this season.
Hillenbrand, who brings a .285 lifetime average and 20 home run a season power; along with the ability to man first or third base, also brings a history of being a magnet for trouble. His most famous incident involved a famous spat with manager his manager in Toronto that led to his ultimate trade to the Giants at midseason.
Given his talent and yet his inability to stay with one team for a lengthy time, it's painfully obvious that Hillenbrand does not share chemistry with many teams. When he signs with the Yankees (or whoever) it will mark his sixth team in as many years.
Kind of like Reggie Sanders a few years back, but without the playoff appearances. Which of course is why the thought of Hillenbrand signing with the Bronx Bombers brings a smile the the face of Yankee haters world wide.
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