"The New York Yankees declined their 2009 options on first baseman Jason Giambi and pitcher Carl Pavano on Tuesday, making the pair eligible for free agency. Giambi will receive a $5 million buyout rather than a $22 million salary next season, completing his $120 million, seven-year contract. Pavano gets a $1.95 million buyout instead of a $13 million salary, finishing his $39.95 million deal (ESPN)."
No surprises here. Pavano has done nothing for the Yankees, making only 26 starts with an ERA over 5.00. Most of his time with the Yanks was spent on the DL, and it just feels like he's one of those guys who really doesn't care about playing baseball. It'll be interesting to see where Pavano goes, but I don't see him getting more then a 1 year contract (maybe with some team options).
Giambi's time with the Yanks was a little odd. He wasn't terrible, hit 30+ HRs 5 out of his 7 years, but he was also in the center of the whole steroid thing. Near the end of Giambi's career with the Yanks his poor defense, and injury problems hurt his production and playing time. I still think he can get a good contract out in the FA market (because of his power), and for some reason I see him going back to the west coast (Oakland, Seattle, Giants, ect). I wonder if he'll still have that awesome mustache?
-BMack
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