2008 Yankees

Let's safely assume, yes we shouldn't do that, that A-Rod and Mo are indeed returning. This is what the team looks like right now. We've listed the 24 that are/most likely would be on the roster if the season started today. You could pick a name out of the hat for #25. Obviously there will be additions and deletions for opening day.

Catchers

Jorge Posada
Jose Molina

Infielders

Robinson Cano
Derek Jeter
Alex Rodriguez
Jason Giambi
Shelley Duncan (OF too)
Andy Phillips
Wilson Betemit

Outfielders

Johnny Damon
Hideki Matsui
Melky Cabrera
Bobby Abreu

Starting Pitchers

Mike Mussina
Chien-Ming Wang
Joba Chamberlain
Phil Hughes
Ian Kennedy

Bullpen

Mariano Rivera
Jose Veras
Jeff Karstens
Ross Ohlendorf
Kei Igawa
Edwar Ramirez

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Villone Back on Board

According to Peter Abraham, Roger Clemens has been deactivated from the playoff roster and Ron Villone will be taking his place. With a new rule in place this season, a player can be substituted for, but that player must sit out the next round. If Clemens were ever to pitch again this season, the Yankes would have to make it to the World Series.

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Roster Moves

With rosters expanding to 40 players, the Yankees have activated Doug Mientkiewicz and Jose Veras from the DL, and added shortstop Alberto Gonzalez. Outfielder Kevin Thompson was designated for assignment to make room on the the 40-man roster.

Pitcher Jim Brower, who had a brief stint with the big club, opted for free agency after the team DFA'ed him 10 days ago.

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