by Marc Carig
TAMPA, Fla. -- Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the Yankees roster projection I posted on the blog on Thursday. Judging from the comments, it seems that the competition for the remaining bullpen spots is going to be something to keep a close eye on as we get into heart of camp.
To that end, here's some more perspectives on the bullpen situation, from other sources. It is always good to compare:
Mark Feinsand of the Daily News addressed the bullpen on Friday:
Rivera, Bruney and Marte are locked in, while Dan Giese, Brett Tomko and Alfredo Aceves are batting for the long-relief job. That leaves three open spots in the pen, with Veras, Ramirez and Coke having the "inside track," according to (manager Joe) Girardi.
George King of the Post has this take on who will join Mo in the pen, also from Friday's editions:
Brian Bruney and lefties Damaso Marte and Phil Coke are locks. Girardi said early in camp the long man/spot starter job was open. Since Dan Giese is on the 40-man roster and Brett Tomko and Jason Johnson aren't, he might have a slight edge, but the Yankees like Tomko's and Johnson's big league experience.
That leaves two spots for right-handers Jose Veras, Jonathon Albaladejo and Edwar Ramirez to battle for. Veras is out of options so figure him for one. Ramirez (shoulder bursitis) hasn't thrown in a game yet but is slated for tomorrow. Like Albaladejo, Ramirez has an option left.
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