Cost Of Yankees Acquisition Examined

from National Public Radio

There appears to be no economic slowdown in the front office of baseball's New York Yankees. Earlier this week, it capped a $423.5 million spree by signing coveted first baseman Mark Teixiera. Sportswriter Stefan Fatsis says the Yankees reduced last year's payroll by more than $88 million, giving the team budget room. "They have massive cash flow," he says.

Broadcast Dates

• All Things Considered, December 26, 2008