Why would the Yankees call up Brett Gardner?

Question

I understand the fact that Melky deserved to be sent down but to call up a guy who doesnt hit at all, that is rediculous!!!

Answer 1

his fast? im not sure either but besides the fact he cant hit his fast and not a bad fielder  

Answer 2

Young prospect with a huge upside.......personally i wanted to see Jason Lane or Matt Carson

Gardner has speed and potential but i thought they should have waited until september.

Answer 3

Because he is the future of the Yankees yes it season he cant hit, but the guy  has the speed and when he up earlier this season , he would work the count but not get a Hit, i think the more experience he gets the better he will be

did you see the Threw out that runner  

Answer 4

Simply because Melky can't get it down anymore. Gardner can run fast and seems to play the outfield well. Gardner is being put in a situation where he does not know the pitchers and so on. If he starts from day one he'll have a better shot at hitting better next season. Don't count him out yet.

Melky's days are over. Trade bait.

Answer 5

Whether the Yankees want to admit it or not, I think they are setting the table for next season.  This season has been a disaster and it is becoming clearer each day that they are not going anyway.  I agree that Melky has not worked out at all.  He will not be back with the team so why not work the future players?  I think it's a good idea as technically the Yankees are still in the race so let's find out how Gardner handles it.