Tigers and Catchers

No, not Ivan Rodriguez.

The Wildlife World Zoo had named to tiger cubs after Suns players: Nash and Raja. Four newborn tiger cubs had to be named, too. As a result, we have added Amare, D'Antoni, Marion, and McCoy. What sounds better the Phoenix Suns or the Phoenix Tigers? I still like Suns because their offense is HOT! I think the next tigers should be named Grant, Barbosa, Strawberry, and Boris (in that order).

As for catcher, have no fear, Jesus Montero is here. And Francisco Cervelli. And Austin Romine. The Yankees might have the best farm system for catchers. I know Chad Jennings at SWB Yankees disagrees calling it the weakest position, other than first base, for the Yankees. If that's so, the Yankees have a great system. (http://emedia.thetimes-tribune.com/Blogs/SWBYankees/tabid/552/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/1911/Prospect-watch-Catcher.aspx)


Anyway, over at Project Prospect, the boys have created a top 10 catching prospect list. The Yankees are the only team with two on the list (Montero at 7 and Cervelli at 9). John Sickels over at Minor League Ball has Austin Romine ranked ahead of both of them. If all this is true, and at least one of them fulfills their vast potential, the Yankees could have a great replacement for Posada. My prediction: Montero keeps growing and is forced into a 1B/OF/DH role with a Manny Ramirez bat; Austin Romine becomes the starting catcher with a I-Rod-esque arm and a bat similar to V-Mart; Cervelli becomes a solid average and doubles hitter, but his main calling card is defense, forcing him into a role as Romine's backup.