Interestingly, Humberto Sanchez' name is conspicuously missing from these invite lists...if nothing else, this certainly lends credence to the possibility that a.) The Yankees think Sanchez is ready to play in the major leagues and will make the 25-man opening day roster b.) They will be moving Pavano during Spring Training and bringing in Sanchez as a 5th starter.
Just an update for you on Humberto Sanchez
Are the Yankees giving Humberto Sanchez a Spring Training invitation? According to reports, he is ready for the big leagues and is very impressive. He is not listed as an invitee. -- Tom D., New York
There was some confusion on this. Sanchez will be in Spring Training as a member of the Yankees' 40-man roster. He was on the Detroit Tigers' 40-man at the time of the trade that brought him to the Bronx in November.
Based on reports I've seen, I'm not sure if Sanchez is ready for the big leagues just yet -- he made just nine Triple-A starts in 2006 and didn't finish great -- but he's close and will get a good look in camp. No matter what, the rotation at Triple-A Scranton should be stacked to begin the year
