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Originally Posted by kutulu
I don't even understand the Posada deal. Yes he was a superior player last season but he will be 40 when his contract runs out. Oh well, if any team can afford a shitty contract, the Yankees can.
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See, I view the Posada signing as just being average and not the albatross that others do. If you factor in the 11% inflation rate baseball has experienced over recent years, Posada's $13M in 2008 translates to $11.57M in 2009, $9.99M in 2010, and $8.21M in 2011. To give some perspective, Moises Alou, a 40-something outfielder, made $7.5M for the Mets last season and was mildly successful, if not average. For $8.2M in 2011, when Posada turns 40 mid-season, the Yankees have a consistent hitter and team player, who will probably move to first when Giambi departs.
For all of those wondering why A-Rod opted out and why Boras negotiated for that opt-out clause, it is because of 2001 dollars versus 2007 dollars. A-Rod was underpaid with his old contract. You have to give Boras credit for recognizing the inflation trends and protecting his client.