Reacting to Manny Machado's reported $175 million offer 

Micheal Kay. You’re absolutely spot on.

I am not a NY teams fan, but I can appreciate excellent sport commentary, and these guys are one of the best teams there are in the world. I would love to have people like this in my hometown radio station. LOVE To listen to them

Couldn't agree more with Kay. Have to sign this guy for that price. I don't buy any clubhouse drama. CC has endorsed Machado on his podcast and Judge was recruiting him earlier this year.

micheal kay i love you! man ! your the best ! you always tell the truth

The reason is Hal. He just does not want to spend like his dad did. Reggie Jackson was a controversial player and that did not stop The Boss from signing him and yes, Reggie got the Yankees a couple of championships regardless of his lack of 'camaraderie' with his teammates. That is overrated.

Sometimes i just feel like George Steinbrenner should come back to life. His kids are terrible at representing the Yankees.

Why is Peter on this show. He don't know about sports. Stick to hot 97 bro lmao

George Steinbrenner Would be turning in his grave right now 😡 having two players in their prime available in free agency, there's no way in the world the BOSS wouldn't of signed at least one of them.

The Yankees are saving up for Mike Trout in 2020 lol 😂😂😂

Machado Agent already publicly came out and said that those reports of the contract offer from the Chi Sox are false. Whoever is Buster Olney's "source" , they're screwing around big time.

There are a bunch of players on the Yanks who are friends with Manny. Aaron Judge, their probable future Captain, openly lobbied to acquire Manny last year. He'd be a GREAT teammate for this group of players, they already love the guy.

If Machado’s best offer right now is 7 yr./ $175 mil then there really isn’t any reason to not go for him. It would make total sense to evaluate a similar deal for the Yankees, it just seems to make sense

Sign Machado. Just do it Hal.

I caught a couple of O's games this past summer. One was at the beginning of the season and one a couple of weeks before Manny was traded. In both games, he didn't really do much. However, the one thing that stuck out to me happened between innings of the second game. While the Baltimore pitcher was taking his warm-up throws, Manny decided to take throws from the first baseman in a very nonchalant fashion. He took them between his legs, with the glove arm reaching down and around from behind his back, and then tossed the ball back to first with very little effort. Look, I'll admit that that observation should only be taken for the anecdotal note that it is. Maybe he just wasn't 'feel'n it' that day. Maybe the stress of not knowing where he was going to be traded played a part, to say nothing of the way that the season was going for the Orange Birds. But, regardless of the way that some Yankees fans hedge on the lack of hustle reputation of the player, you have to think that Manny must have been aware that he was under the microscope. You'd have to think that Manny must have known that that type of immaturity, as in not taking his craft seriously, would find it's way a team's Machado File, to be scrutinized and digested in the off season. Yet Manny still chose to take infield warm up in a less than serious manner. That says something about the guy's professionalism. He was the most talented dude on that field, and a leader by default. Yet he chose to act that way. I don't know why the offers are so low to Machado. But we do know that the psychological makeup of a player is a part of the decision making process when teams consider the composition for their personnel. In addition to the metrics that help to determine total bases and the ability to get on-base, the emotional makeup of an athlete most certainly must also play in decisions rendered. Maybe there is collusion among teams. Maybe that's a better reason for Harper also not finding the offerings as lucrative as most expected, just like Machado. But that day in Rogers Centre, Toronto, and Manny's body language stuck with me. His act in the WS and the Rosenthal interview felt similar to what I witnessed from the man on that summer day.

micheal kay i love you! man !

Thank you, Michael Kay! For that point about Arronado. I have been screaming to the stars about his home/road splits, and I know you all know about his splits, but people keep talking about waiting on him as if they don't exist for some crazy reason.

I would keep andujar and go for one of Cleveland pitchers!

Peter is right. It’s not just about the talent. It’s about the consequences that comes with it. Lack of team chemistry and a bad influence.

When winning overrides having a grub on the team that blemishes the pinstripes brand...... No thanks. Go get a stud pitcher. Run production isn't the problem.

I wonder what the Yankees and Phillies know? Cause the Yankees are the Yankees and their not afraid to pay the big players and the Philly said they were going to spend stupid money. And both teams haven’t made an offer. It’s weird. Because he’s one of the best players in baseball and there’s no real offers. Like is he using PEDS and they don’t want to be stuck with him?

We shouldn't be surprised. Hal has always said he was a cautious owner and it seems to be showing

"That's what I think" *listens to the earphone* "I don't believe that's happening"

If the CWS offer of 7 years /175 million are true why not throw an offer of 8 years / 200 million to Machado. You can move him around SS/3B. Agree with Michael Kay if you sign Machado just release Tulo (your out 550K, but you got a player who is not injury prone). Manny wants to play in NY and it is very obvious and the fact that he idolizes A-Rod is a bonus and he wants to live in NYC. I do not think now is the time to be penny pinching. Perhaps you sign Machado and then trade Stanton to LAD. Ownership cannot be this cheap. Make some moves and sign Machado. Trade Gray and Stanton. Save that money to give extensions to Judge and others soon.

I honestly hope we actually sign Harper. His swing is made for Yankee stadium and would fit comfortably behind Judge. Come on!! Do something!

wait isnt 7/175 a bargain ? i thought these player were asking for 10/300mil. wtf ???

They kept bringing up attitude and Machado. They are right to an extent. Look at one of the greatest hitters in history. A Barry Bonds team couldn't win a world series in the 13 years he was there. Made it to one, and didn't sniff one besides that. He retires, three years later, they start a run of three world series CHAMPIONSHIPS in five seasons.

Hal is using this "hustling drama" as an excuse to be cheap and not sign Machado.

There are two things to consider ...cost (including tax if you're over the soft cap)... How much better is he than who he's replacing.

It’s ironic that Kay said “trade devers to make room for Machado because he has no war, he’s league replacement” but ends up 12th in all of baseball in WAR while manny was 61st. Harper’s Phillies end up not making the playoffs, and machado ends up on a losing team and the fans wonder why the free agency system we have is so flawed. It’s not about players getting paid or not. The issue is that we have way too many talented guys that are being forced to stay In pre ARB- ARB phase that’s preventing more quality players to hit the open market. Then when a player finally hits FA, teams are desperate and overpay for these players only to regret paying them 20-25M in the end of a players career who’s producing below league average. You can’t expect the same 5-6 teams to splash every single offseason and expect everyone to get paid. There needs to be a system that pays for performance more fair rather than service time.

The Yankees should go after Machado and offer him like 8 year 200millionish, and then put Andujar at 1B, trade Voit. The Phillies are paying attention to Harper right now so while they are, snag Machado before the Phillies can get an offer in

Michael Kay is the best, blessed to of had him as the voice of the Yankees for as long as we have. Couldn’t agree more with what you’re saying!

Let’s go Yankees ! Go sign Machado and go get that ring !

I'm sorry, but you're wrong Kay. The Yankees in 2018 broke the MLB team home run record without Machado their best player (Judge) missing about 50 games and Gary Sanchez having an absolutely terrible season. Offense is not their problem. Pitching was. They have solidified that with the additions of James Paxson and today's signing of Adam Ottavino. If they can somehow add another solid starting pitcher without giving up too much like they did in the Paxson deal, they will be in very good shape come October.

lol Rosenberg says 5 words then goes back on his phone

As a Mets fan, I agree with Michael Kay on his rant. at 7-8 years and $175-$200 Million, There is no reason for the Yankees (more so the Mets) or 10 other teams to not match this offer. The kid will be 34-35 when this contract ends and im confident he'll live up to most of the money.

I'm not surprised that's the Latin super star going rate teams are using these days

if we can get him at 8 years 200 million they should do it in a heartbeat and let andujar learn 1st base

Hahaha we don’t want Machado he’s a bad guy... cough Chapman lol

Ya'll crazy you need pitching first!

NY's hierarchy was split on Machado from the beginning. On basic needs, they dont need more HRs - especially from the right side. Andujar was brought up a year early and still won (legitimate) ROY and had 1/3 less errors than Jeter his rookie year. Spend the money on 1-2 #1 ACES......and enjoy counting rings the next few years.

Don's perspective is spot on too.

This guy is amazing!! Please hire him for the Yankee GM!!

Agree with Don. Why just sign someone just to sign him. We won 100 games last year and I tend to think pitching is more of a need right now than hitting. Stanton bombed in the postseason but he’s a gamer very prideful and I expect he’ll be better this year. Everyone is healthy and we get more versatile with Lemaheiu.

The first time I haven't hated Michael Kay.

Michael Kay NEEDS TO BE FIRED ASAP

Teams are trying to bring price down! Your spot on!

The only thing about his argument about the 90 minute meeting is that the reports that came out that I read were that Hal's concerns were squashed and that he came out with a positive feeling. This would fly in the face of that. But maybe they were false reports. idk So much noise this year.

I love how we have gotten to a point where someone deserves to make 175 million to throw a small spherical object around to other men and don't worry thats a bargain lol.

Rosenberg is me at work.

If my Red Sox ever brought him there it would be a curse for the next 86 years. What a duche.

I couldn’t agree more.

WE NEED FUCKING PITCHERS this people don’t fucking get it ????

Sorry Michael. Your thinking is what got them Stanton. They're going to be saddled with him for the length of his contract because he's not getting more than what he's getting now if he opts out. The Baby Bombers are already starting or nearing arbitration. Their salaries are going to skyrocket. And there's Didi who is a fan favorite. And if chemistry is overrated, then why was Boone hired?

I honestly thinks its just as simple as the success of the 7 plus year deals over the last 10 years. I understand he is only 26 but I dont honestly think its money as much as it is years. Even at 7 years thats a long commitment to a guy who could have a career ending injury the next year. But think back how many big time contracts out of however many there where can you say really worked out for the club?

This guy HATES!!! The white Sox, EVERY-TIME the headline is white Sox, he goes to talk about Yankees lol

Honestly the Yankees are back to back playoff team and coming off a 100 win season with judge out almost the whole second half they don’t need these 2 guys but getting one of them would be nice and icing on the cake but is it worth jeopardizing the team chemistry of the young core that could be influenced by a big time guy like these 2 are i don’t have a problem not going after these guys all in

Jacoby Ellsbury got 7 years $153 mil with the Yanks and he wasn't even worth half of that contract nor a presence in the clubhouse to be even worth such a deal. Now Machado is definitely a hell of a lot better player, well worth 200-225 mil lets say. But Yankees need to spend on pitching, they will need to spend big money to resign Judge soon.

I agree 💯

I stated a few years ago the Yankees were setting themselves back several years by not re-signing Cano. That's exactly what happened. Now the Yankees have set themselves back again by choosing Stanton over JD Martinez. Machado won't change that.

Peter is spot on or the voice of reason on Manny Machado with the Yankees.

I've been against signing Machado but for the right price, they should definitely go for it. They will have a crowded infield but they can cross that bridge when Gregorious gets back from injury.

If you offer 175 million to Cano then Machado should be no Problem Mr. Hal. Wake up.

please tell me the former teammates and coaches who say Machado isnt a good teammate... you cant.. Now do the same for Harper... LOL

Yankees don’t need him. They got Andújar. They got Gregorious. They got Tulowitski. What more do they need in the infield?

Oh my god-this hustle crap is way over reported. There are so many players who refuse to hustle to first. He will hit 35+ homer runs while we sit at home, that’s it.

I love the example with the nice car that you've been wanting and the manufacturer putting it at a cheaper price. Even if you got a new car recently, you most likely go and grab that new car. LETS GET MACHADO YANKS!

also.. i thought if NYY cuts Tulo before season starts they owe him $55K, not the full season salary?

As a met fan if the mets dont offer him 7/175 or even a little higher thats pathetic Kays right any team should offer him that type of a deal your crazy if you don’t and you can use him

7 Years 175 Home Runs is What He Has Done

Why on earth would we sign him? As for the money issue, Stanton is already making 30 plus million, I assume Judge, Torres, Sanchez assuming he will turn it around of course, Severino, and DiDi are going to need to get paid at some point. Yankees need Pitching, and more pitching. Tanaka is the only one I trust 100 percent, Severino will get it together in the post-season. Miguel can improve in the field. I'll say it once I'll say it again Yankees need pitching!!!!

im not a yankees fan but i enjoy people talking about baseball

We need pitching pitching pitching

Manny is a great talent but I don't think the Yankees need him but it would be a nice addition for sure, I hope they stay the coarse with our young homegrown talent. Cash has surprised everyone before so I doubt the Yankees are out on the bidding for Manny.

Judge 💪💪 will never let nobody come n there n fuck up

Micheal is clearly talking to Cashman 😂

Michael Kay Cheering for The Red Sucks ????? WOW

I blame Mike Francessa

No hustle in the postseason when it counts , a notorious drama queen in the clubhouse . What could go wrong ? Yet another overpayed diva jock . Maybe he should jump to the NFL.

I agree with you Micheal

Until the playoffs, across the board besides a few exceptions, Machado was loved and no one questioned his hustle or thought he was a jerk. Great teammate in Baltimore, and did hustle. This is a false narrative that everyone is running with because of a poor World Series performance, if the Dodgers won, non of this Machado slander happens. Organized effort from the owners to drive his value down.

I Agree 💯‼️ with the guy that is wearing red n black stripe sweater

Wonder in Machado calls the Yankees up and asks can you match the offer if this report is 100 % accurate.

Yeah machado showed us what he could do and what he showed us was him going 0-4 in game 5

White Sox offered 175 mil bills for 7. Offer 130-35 for 4. High AAV. Shorten the term.

This makes me happy on two counts and iffy on another,I am a hater of the Yankees, but have grown to be a fan of baseball as I've gotten older,and agree baseball is better with yanks in da mix, and find myself watching Yankee games and appreciate the history. But yankees have been growing their players in their farmhouse and being more patient since the passing of Stein. But will there be another machado or harper available in the market ever again? Yes I belive so so kudos to them. You signed stanton which was a toss up but now let the team grow and gel before adding pieces. Your good enough right now to win period.

I know many folks agree with Michael, but I do not. 2 things: 1) It is not Kay's money to spend and 2) the Yankees proved they don't need him to win 110 games. I do not believe it is his job to create anti-sentiment among the fan base, being the TV announcer for the Yankees. Yes, he is entirely entitled to his opinion. In my humble opinion, he must have a great man-crush on Machado. If character is the issue, the Yankees are doing the right thing. I fully agree with Don on his talking points. Sorry Michael, I think you're off base here.

Rafael Devers😂😂😂

When a vet like Machado signs, he is all business. Forget chemistry convo. Its about age. That can be negotiated

Has anyone said he’s a bad teammate? Shut up Don!!!

Spot on

Personally I would still want Machado on my team if I had the chance, he's too good of a player too pass up for that amount of money. However I see the point that some people are making, just look at the Pittsburgh Steelers, now obviously one player isn't going too make the locker room as bad as the Steelers have it, no matter who it is, the problem with the Steelers is that they had multiple guys in there that were bad influences and drama starters. So yes, worrying about chemistry is valid and important, but I don't think that apply's in Machado's case. Unless, like Micheal Kay said, he's way worse than most people know, but I don't really get THAT bad of a vibe from him. I'm a huge Dodger fan and I follow all of their news and stories closely, and as far as I know there wasn't any issues with Machado in the club house, now maybe he just fit in well with the Dodgers, and doesn't fit well with most other teams, but I honestly doubt he's so bad that you should pass up signing him.

I agree if he signs for 7y $175m . And it's not the Yankees ? It's a shame !!!

Thanks Michael kay for supporting the fans frustration at ownership this is crazy he is big time

no way he's taking a deal like that.

It all comes down to Jacoby Ellsbury still being on the roster wow smh

It might be cuz I'm not a fan of the Yankees. I'm a fan who won't make the playoffs next season. But why is everyone hating on Peter, I agree with him, there's a reason that it's mid-January and that's the only deal

Preach it Michael 👍

Just sign him now !

Don’t give the Sox ideas 😬😂😂

What a sloppy off-season so far. I'm just going to sit here and wait to see what happens I can't even predict what's going to happen.