Got Melky?

By Nick Shlain

Joe Sheehan does: 

Beyond that, the Yankees need to commit to Melky Cabrera as the everyday center fielder, even if it means making Johnny Damon a $13 million fourth outfielder. They need Cabrera’s defense, and Cabrera needs 600 plate appearances to develop his power and be the player he can be.

Before his horrid September (.180/.236/.220), Melky had a .294/.348/.429 line. I agree with Sheehan’s assessment of Melky, there is still untapped power potential in our centerfielder and everyday playing time is deserved.