2008 offseason: Big names in play

CC Sabathia 2008 statistics (combined): W-L ERA IP K BB 17-10 2.70 253 251 59 The big lefty is the biggest catch on the free agent market this year. After a midseason trade to the Brewers, he went 11-2 with a 1.65 ERA, hurling three shutouts and seven complete games in 17 starts. He'll command big dollars, but the Sox likely will not be willing to pay, especially since they have privately expressed concerns about his long-term durability. The Yankees have made him their top offseason priority.

CC Sabathia

2008 statistics (combined):
W-L ERA IP K BB
17-10 2.70 253 251 59

The big lefty is the biggest catch on the free agent market this year. After a midseason trade to the Brewers, he went 11-2 with a 1.65 ERA, hurling three shutouts and seven complete games in 17 starts. He'll command big dollars, but the Sox likely will not be willing to pay, especially since they have privately expressed concerns about his long-term durability. The Yankees have made him their top offseason priority.
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