Jorge Posada
Contract: Signed through 2011
- Height: 6-2
- Weight: 205 lbs
- Born: Aug 17, 1971
- Debut: September 4, 1995
SEASON
| AVG | HR | RBI | Runs | SB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| .285 | 22 | 81 | 55 | 1 |
Newsbreakers
November 1, 2009
Jorge Posada was 1-for-3 with a walk and three RBI as the Yankees beat the Phillies 7-4 on Sunday. He also struck out twice in the game.
Our View:
Posada only has three hits in the series, but four RBI. The catcher clearly benefits from batting behind a number of big bats in the Yankee lineup.
October 19, 2009
Jorge Posada hit a big game-tying home run in the eighth inning on Monday, but the Yankees still ended up falling in extras to the Angels. Posada was 2-for-4 on the game with the solo shot.
Our View:
The homer by Posada looked to give the Yanks the momentum late in the game, but the Angels clawed back to cut the New York lead in the series to 2-1. Posada figures to remain behind the plate unless AJ Burnett is on the mound for the rest of the series.
October 17, 2009
Jose Molina will "definitely" catch A.J. Burnett in game two of the ALCS on Saturday, according to the New York Post's Joel Sherman.
Our View:
Somewhere Jorge Posada fumes. Beyond taking Posada's bat out of the lineup and appeasing Burnett, this also means the Angels might not be able to run all over the base-paths tonight.
October 11, 2009
After sitting out Game 2 of the series, Jorge Posada returned with some thunder in his bat on Sunday. The catcher was 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI as the Yankees eliminated the Twins with a 4-1 win in Minnesota.
Our View:
Posada was not too excited about being benched in Game 2, but it's clear his sulking did not translate at the plate. In 26 at-bats against the Angels this season he hit .308 with three home runs and 10 RBI.
October 8, 2009
The New York Post is reporting that Yankees' Game 2 starter A.J. Burnett is denying a report that he requested Jose Molina catch him instead of starter Jorge Posada. "It's something that Skip made the decision on and I had no part in," Burnett said on Wednesday.
Our View:
It has been no secret that Posada is not happy about sitting in Game 2, and early reports indicated that Burnett had asked manager Joe Girardi to make Molina his personal catcher. Regardless of who made the request, Molina will be catching Burnett while Posada watches from the bench.
October 6, 2009
Jorge Posada will not catch pitcher A.J. Burnett during the playoffs, according to Newsday.
Our View:
Burnett has pitched better all season long when Jose Molina is behind the dish, and the Yankees don't want to risk one of his implosions in the playoffs. Hideki Matsui is still expected to DH on days that Burnett is pitching, however, meaning Posada and his .285 average will be out of the lineup.
September 28, 2009
Jorge Posada missed his second straight game with a stiff neck on Sunday, according to MLB.com. He is expected to return to the field in the coming days.
Our View:
The Yanks are playing it slow with the veteran Posada, and this injury doesn't look like anything too severe. Expect him to be back in the lineup this week, and he should be fine for the playoffs.
September 26, 2009
Jorge Posada was scratched from the Yankees' lineup on Saturday with a stiff neck, according to the New York Times' Ben Shpigel.
Our View:
Jose Molina will take Posada's place behind the plate. Posada's injury does not appear to be serious, and you can consider him day-to-day for now.
September 23, 2009
MLB.com is reporting that the X-rays on the right foot of Yankees' catcher Jorge Posada came back negative. Posada fouled a ball off his foot in the fifth inning of Tuesday's game against the Angels.
Our View:
It had to be a bit worrisome for the Yanks when Posada was sent for X-rays, but it looks like everything is fine. He may miss a few days, but expect Posada to be back in lineup soon and he should be just fine for the postseason.
September 20, 2009
Jorge Posada's three-game suspension is up, and he will likely be back behind the plate for the Yankees in Seattle on Sunday.
Our View:
Despite playing in just 103 games because of injury (and suspension) this season, Posada is having a magnificent offensive year at the age of 38, batting .281 with 21 home runs and 76 RBI. He has benefitted greatly from the new Yankee Stadium, where he is hitting .319, as opposed to just .241 on the road.
September 16, 2009
Jorge Posada has been dealt a four-game suspension for participating in Tuesday's bench-clearing skirmish with the Jays, according to the Sporting News.
Our View:
Posada was also fined $3,000, and it is unknown if the veteran catcher intends to appeal the suspension. Jose Molina will work behind the plate in his absence.
September 12, 2009
Jorge Posada is not in the Yankees' lineup on Saturday. He will be replaced by Jose Molina behind the plate.
Our View:
Posada has been getting regular breaks this season, and it should continue over the rest of the regular season. He is still a solid fantasy catcher when he plays, but you need a decent backup if you are going to roster him.
September 9, 2009
Jorge Posada carried New York in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Tampa Bay at Yankee Stadium, as he went 1-for-1 with a three-run homer off Grant Balfour.
Our View:
Posada's shot came in the eighth inning, as part of a four-run rally by the Yankees. Posada hit four homers over seven games this month, and has 21 for the season.
September 6, 2009
Jorge Posada will not be in the Yankees' lineup on Sunday, according to the New York Post. Posada caught consecutive games Friday night and Saturday afternoon, so manager Joe Girardi said he will sit today.
Our View:
Posada has been hitting well as of late, but he very rarely catches a day game after a night game, which he did over the last two days. Girardi is trying to keep the veteran as fresh as possible for the postseason, so expect routine days off the rest of the way.
September 3, 2009
Jorge Posada was huge for the Yankees on Thursday as his team beat the Blue Jays by a score of 10-5. Posada went 4-for-5 with a double, a home, run, a run scored, and four RBI.
Our View:
Posada has been bothered by a bruised finger over the last week or so, but he looked fine tonight. He is still an offensive threat as long as he is healthy, and at this point anyone who plays home games in Yankee Stadium is a good bet for production.
August 29, 2009
Jorge Posada is being given one more day to nurse his bruised ring finger, according to the Star Ledger.
Our View:
Posada was held out of Saturday's game against the White Sox, and this marks the third straight day off for the veteran catcher. Skipper Joe Girardi feels that Posada will benefit from one more day off, and will catch in the bullpen today.
August 27, 2009
According to the Newark Star-Ledger, Jorge Posada will sit out Thursday's game due to a scheduled off-day, but will likely not be available off the bench due to soreness in his ring finger.
Our View:
Posada, who re-injured the finger in Wednesday's game, will likely need about two weeks to completely heal, but manager Joe Girardi said that he would keep him out that long. He's getting fitted for a protective pad, so expect him to play in some of this weekend's games.
August 26, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Jorge Posada's X-rays came back negative, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
Posada only bruised the joint on the ring finger of his catching hand when taking a foul tip off his glove in tonight's game against Texas. He will sit out Thursday's game, and skipper Joe Girardi hopes to have him back soon.
August 26, 2009
Jorge Posada exited tonight's game against Texas after taking a foul tip off his glove, according to beat writer Bryan Hoch's twitter page.
Our View:
Further details regarding his injury are yet to be disclosed. Stay tuned for updates.
August 13, 2009
Updating an earlier report, Jorge Posada is out of the Yankees' lineup for tonight's game at Seattle while nursing bruised fingers on his left hand, according to the Associated Press.
Our View:
He was struck in the hand by foul tips while catching Wednesday. The veteran catcher felt like he could have played tonight, but skipper Joe Girardi opted to hold him out.
August 13, 2009
Jorge Posada has swollen fingers, but could still play in tonight's game at Seattle, according to Bryan Hoch's twitter page.
Our View:
Pencil the veteran catcher into lineups with caution. We will keep you posted on his status.
August 11, 2009
Jorge Posada carried the Yankees in tonight's 7-5 win over the Jays in New York, as he went 2-for-4 with two RBI and a run scored. He hit a double and a solo homer off Jesse Carlson.
Our View:
Posada has multiple hits in four of his last five games, with two homers over the span. The 38-year-old catcher should continue to perform well for fantasy owners as long as he stays healthy.
August 6, 2009
Jorge Posada finished a triple short of the cycle of Thursday as the Yankees destroyed the Red Sox 13-6. Posada went 3-for-5 with a double, a home run, three RBI, and two runs scored in the win.
Our View:
The Yankees got plenty of offense tonight, but Posada led the way with his three hits and three RBI. He has 14 homers and 50 RBI on the season, and he remains a reliable fantasy catcher as long as he is healthy.
July 25, 2009
Jorge Posada is getting the day off on Sunday for the Yankees. He is being replaced by Jose Molina behind the plate.
Our View:
This is just a day off for Posada, since it is a day game after a night game. Expect him to be back tomorrow, but get him out today if you have a replacement ready to go.
July 22, 2009
Jorge Posada double, homered, scored twice and drove in two in his three at-bats on Wednesday en route to a 6-4 Yankee victory.
Our View:
Wednesday marked Posada's first long ball since July 4th and broke him out of a 3-for-19 skid at the plate.
July 4, 2009
Jorge Posada homered in the fourth inning on Saturday, and also singled in the game winning run in the 12th inning, as the Yanks outlasted the Blue Jays 6-5 in New York.
Our View:
Posada continues to hit amazingly well for a 37-year-old catcher, and remains a premier option at backstop in every format.
July 4, 2009
Jorge Posada is back in the Yankees' lineup for their game Saturday against the Blue Jays. Posada has missed the last two games with swelling on his injured thumb.
Our View:
The thumb is feeling better, and Posada is good to go today. Fantasy owners should feel free to get him back in the lineup, but keep checking back on his status going forward.
July 3, 2009
Jorge Posada is not in the Yankees' lineup for their Friday afternoon game against the Blue Jays. He is being replaced by Francisco Cervelli behind the plate.
Our View:
Posada is missing his second straight game with swelling on his injured thumb. The injury isn't expected to be all that serious, but there is no word yet when he will return. Check back on his status for the weekend.
July 2, 2009
Jorge Posada is out of the Yankees' lineup for tonight's game against the Mariners while nursing a bruised and sore left thumb, according to the Star-Ledger.
Our View:
Skipper Joe Girardi is not concerned with the ailment, and noted that Posada could be used as a pinch-hitter or catch if needed. Francisco Cervelli will start in his place.
June 27, 2009
Jorge Posada went yard for his 10th time of the season on Saturday, hitting a three-run shot in the Yankees' 5-0 win over the Mets.
Our View:
Posada now has 11 double-digit home run campaigns on his resume and continues to be a fine fantasy option at catcher, as he has been since before the turn of the century.
June 3, 2009
Jorge Posada hit his second home run in as many nights as the Yankees fell 4-2 to the Rangers. He finished 2-for-4 with a run and an RBI.
Our View:
Posada has three home runs and six RBI in his six games since returning from the DL. He is carrying a very impressive 1.032 OPS on the season.
June 2, 2009
Jorge Posada led the Yankees in Tuesday's 12-3 win over Texas, as he went 3-for-5 with four RBI. He hit a three-run homer and two singles.
Our View:
Posada continues to hit well since coming off the DL. He should be safe to keep active in fantasy lineups.
May 29, 2009
According to the Newark Star Ledger, the Yankees activated catcher Jorge Posada from the disabled list and he is in Friday's starting lineup.
Our View:
Posada was expected to be ready to go today, so it's nice to see he didn't suffer any setbacks. He's been in extended spring training for over a week so his bat should be ready to go. He's been a strong fantasy producer this season when healthy, so as long as he's slated to start make sure he's in your lineup.
May 28, 2009
The Lower Hudson Journal News is reporting that Jorge Posada played six innings in extended spring training on Thursday and that he is scheduled to fly to Cleveland to meet up with the Yankees. He is expected to be in the lineup when the Yankees return to action of Friday.
Our View:
Posada has been playing games in extended spring training for the last week or so, and apparently the Yankees feel comfortable enough to bring him straight back to the team. Posada is still a solid contributor when healthy, so he should be owned in all leagues as long as he can stay in the lineup.
May 27, 2009
Jorge Posada played five innings behind the plate in an extended spring training game Wednesday, according to the Associated Press. He has been recovering from a strained right hamstring.
Our View:
He ran from first to third on the basepaths, and also gunned down a runner trying to steal second. Posada felt good and he is hoping to rejoin the Yankees at some point this weekend when the club battles the Indians.
May 26, 2009
The New York Post is reporting that Jorge Posada played three innings of defense during a simulated game on Tuesday. He threw to second from behind the plate and ran the bases after the game.
Our View:
Posada could play a minor league rehab game later this week, which would mean his return could come shortly after that. He is always an injury risk at this point in his career, but when healthy he is still a decent fantasy catcher.
May 25, 2009
Jorge Posada, who is recovering from a strained hamstring, could participate in an extended spring training game this week, according to the Associated Press. The veteran catcher took batting practice today and also threw and did some running.
Our View:
He is getting back into playing shape, and could return to the Yankees at some point in early June, if he does not suffer a setback in his rehab.
May 6, 2009
There is belief that Jorge Posada could be on the shelf for 3-5 weeks while recovering from a strained hamstring, according to the Journal News.
Our View:
Posada has a Grade 2 strain. Jose Molina will see the bulk of the starts behind the plate while Posada is out.
May 5, 2009
Jorge Posada will head to the DL with a strained hamstring, according to the NY Journal News.
Our View:
We knew it was too good to be true. Posada was humming right along with a .312-5-20 line in the early going moving past his shoulder concerns from last season. With this latest news, look for the light hitting Jose Molina to pick up the majority of the starts with Kevin Cash likely to be in the mix for some spot starts.
May 5, 2009
Jorge Posada felt a "grab" in his hamstring and will have an MRI Tuesday, according to the Journal News.
Our View:
Posada is off to a great start, so hopefully the tests come back good. We'll let you know when we find out more. Expect Jose Molina to start at catcher at least for the next couple days.
May 2, 2009
Jorge Posada didn't start on Saturday, but he came off the bench and went 1-for-2 with a two-run homer.
Our View:
Posada continues his strong year. We still have some lingering worries about his right shoulder holding up over the long haul, but there is little doubt the catcher can still hit.
May 2, 2009
Catcher Jorge Posada will have the day off on Saturday, the New York Daily News reports. Jose Molina will start in his place.
Our View:
The Yankees have a day game after a night game, and Joe Girardi is trying to keep Posada fresh.
May 1, 2009
Jorge Posada hit a walk-off two-run single in the ninth as the Yankees beat the Angels 10-9. Posada finished the night going 2-for-4 with a home run and four RBI.
Our View:
Huge night for Posada, who hit his fourth home run of the season despite missing time with an injury. Posada is still a valuable fantasy catcher, provided that he stays healthy.
April 30, 2009
Jorge Posada returned to the Yankees' lineup Wednesday after being limited to a bench role the last two games while nursing a slight left hamstring pull, according to the Journal News.
Our View:
Posada should be fine to employ in lineups for tonight's game against the Angels at Yankee Stadium. Posada is a .262 hitter over 88 career games against the Angels.
April 28, 2009
According to Newsday, Jorge Posada is out of the lineup on Tuesday due to a sore left hamstring suffered in Sunday's contest.
Our View:
He is recovering nice and will likely be available to pinch hit tonight. He should be good to plug back into fantasy lineups on Wednesday.
April 19, 2009
Jorge Posada hit a pinch-hit, two run home run as the Yankees beat the Indians 7-3 on Sunday.
Our View:
The catcher had only two hits in his last 17 at bats following a strong first week of the season. He is slugging .590 and already has 12 RBI through 11 games.
April 10, 2009
Jorge Posada was just 1-for-4 on Friday, but drove in two runs as the Yankees dispatched the Royals 4-1 in Kansas City.
Our View:
Posada will likely share time with backup Jose Molina this season, but should get the bulk of the starts. He remains a decent fantasy option at a thin position, but don't expect the big numbers from his 2007 season.
April 9, 2009
Jorge Posada is likely to sit today against Baltimore after catching the first two games of the series, according to the Journal News.
Our View:
Jose Molina would start behind the plate in his place. The plan is for Posada to play 120 games this season. Adjust your lineups accordingly.
March 21, 2009
Jorge Posada continues to progress in his rehab from shoulder surgery, according to the NY Daily News. Posada was pleased with his throws to second base while working behind the plate for five innings Friday and he said, "Really happy with it. I want to leave camp knowing that I can throw somebody out. I am getting stronger, still have a lot to go, but we did a lot of things today, threw a lot of balls, and I am happy with everything right now."
Our View:
The Yankees would like him to play in 120 games this season, and he should be a solid starting fantasy catcher if he can stay healthy.
March 20, 2009
Jorge Posada once again started at catcher and hit leadoff as the Yankees beat the Blue Jays 7-4 on Thursday. He went 1-for-3 with a double, an RBI, and two runs scored in the game.
Our View:
Posada is hitting .357 this spring and he appears 100 percent. Even still, we can't imagine the Yankees hitting him leadoff, but in games that they have not played Brett Gardner, that's exactly where he's hit. Perhaps when Derek Jeter returns from the WBC, we'll see a new lineup for the Yanks.
March 15, 2009
Jorge Posada was 2-for-2 with two runs scored and a double, while starting at catcher and batting leadoff in the Yankees 5-1 win over the Twins on Sunday.
Our View:
The catcher is hitting .364 in 22 at-bats this spring and there have been nothing but great reviews regarding his surgically repaired shoulder. Posada is likely to be undervalued on draft day, but if he can stay healthy, he could be a Top 5 fantasy catcher once again.
March 13, 2009
Jorge Posada is slated to see his first action at catcher this spring by starting against Minnesota on Sunday, according to Newsday.com.
Our View:
Manager Joe Girardi stated that Posada's arm looked the best that he's seen as Posada continues to recover from shoulder surgery. At this point it looks safe to assume Posada will be good to go by the start of the season.
March 2, 2009
Jorge Posada stated that his surgically repaired shoulder feels "much better", according to The New York Post. Posada may get the start at DH in today's exhibition against the Astros.
Our View:
Apparently Posada feels pretty good. If he remains healthy he should be a fantasy force while plugged into that stacked Yankees line up.
February 28, 2009
Jorge Posada has been scratched from Saturday's lineup after tweaking his surgically repaired shoulder while stretching Thursday, according to MLB.com.
Our View:
He is not concerned with the ailment, and is not suffering from pain. He expects to be held out of throwing drills for two or three days until his strength returns.
February 26, 2009
Jorge Posada, who is recovering from right shoulder surgery, went 2-for-2 with two RBI in Thursday's 5-1 win over the Rays. He worked as a DH.
Our View:
Posada is 37 and will be an injury risk, but should produce like a top-10 fantasy catcher while healthy. Today's spring performance was encouraging.
February 23, 2009
Jorge Posada is making great progress in his recovery from right shoulder surgery, according to MLB.com. He is getting closer to working behind the plate and he expects to be ready for opening day on April 6. Posada made 15 throws from distances as far as 220 feet yesterday, and skipper Joe Girardi was pleased with his session.
Our View:
Posada is 37 and will be an injury risk, but should produce like a top-10 fantasy catcher while healthy.
February 3, 2009
Jorge Posada said that he will be ready for opening day, according to the New York Daily News.
Our View:
Posada says that he does not have any pain when he throws or swings a bat which is certainly great news for the Yankees. Posada played in only 51 games last season and fantasy fans are hoping to see him return to his old consistent ways.
January 27, 2009
The Yankees are optimistic regarding Jorge Posada's recovery from season-ending right shoulder surgery, according to MLB.com. The 37-year-old vet has been working out at the Yankees' Tampa, Florida, complex and recently increased his throwing to 90 feet. He did his throwing at Yankee Stadium on Monday. GM Brian Cashman said, "I have a catcher who is a perennial All-Star and one of the premier players at that position in this game, a potential Hall of Fame candidate, that we definitely need to come back. He is rehabbing a significant shoulder surgery and it is going well so far."
Our View:
Posada is not expected to be ready to catch in exhibition games at the start of spring training but is on pace to be available for opening day.
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