Yanks' prospects hurt by hype

The last Yankees dynasty was built on a young nucleus that was nurtured without overt hype. Bernie Williams, Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Jorge Posada were given the opportunity to come to the show and focus on playing the game. GM Gene Michael and manager Buck Showalter had a handle on developing prospects and the organization has reaped the benefits since.

The current group of young players has a lot more on their plate. Expectations get so high, so fast that it does a disservice to the future.Gotham is tough turf. The media circus is no bargain. The transition on the field from minor leaguer with impressive stats to proven MLB producer is a major undertaking, distractions hurt the process.

I suggest that the organization has a responsibility to turn down the noise. The low-key approach worked with Wang, Cano and Cabrera. Chamberlain's dominant entrance started an avalanche of hype that has buried Hughes and Kennedy. "He's a number one starter, I see him as the next Justin Verlander."(paraphrased)--organization pitching guru Nardi Contreras on Joba Chamberlain. Got that kid? After you get done rescuing the bullpen, move into the rotation, and dominate the league. It's not fair. Young players need time to grow. The Yankees' organization should know that.