ABC's George Stephanopoulos was repeatedly warned not to use word 'rape' by producer — but said it anyway: sources, as even with a new top-of-the-rotation lefty, a dominant closer and a slugger who can start either in center field or at first base, Cashman still has plenty of work to do, with the GM saying he remains engaged in the first base, second base and bullpen markets, because holes remain.
“We’re excited he wanted this opportunity,” Cashman said. “He wanted New York. He wanted to come here to join an already formidable rotation.” “Putting on pinstripes, responsibility comes with that,’’ Fried said. “Last week, I was walking through the clubhouse and three words were put up on the wall: ‘Prepare, compete and win.’ I thought a lot about that. To me, as a player, it really resonated with me. Winning is a big priority for me. I love playoff baseball.”