5 New York Yankees Looking for 2016 Turnaround

Aug 20, 2015; Bronx, NY, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Brett Gardner (11) reacts after striking out against the Cleveland Indians during the eighth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

What a roller coaster ride 2015 was for Brett Gardner. The speedster was in the zone during the first half, earning his first All-Star selection. He slashed .302/.377/484 along with 10 home runs and 15 stolen bases.

Then came the second half. Where he slashed .206/.300/.292 and became hesitant on the base paths with only five stolen bases. We found out later on that he was dealing with a nagging wrist injury, but he refused to blame his lack of production on his health.

There is some pressure on him, as the switch hitting Hicks may find himself a starting role if the second half carries over for Gardner.

What the Yankees need is: the healthy, all star Brett Gardner. It’s not brain surgery. Cashman brought Jacoby Ellsbury to the Bronx to form a potent 1-2 punch atop the Yankees’ lineup, and the season will go relatively smooth if the two could live up to the hype.

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