Yankees will most likely pursue an extension which takes effect after the original contract expires. This arrangement guarantees Rangers' subsidizing a substantial portion of A-Rod's contract. However, Yankees didn't say that they would not pay a signing bonus. Negotiations and final settlement can be very creative.
Yankees also need a marquee attraction for the new stadium in 2009. As pointed out in the series the "Bronx is Burning", Steinbrenner will pay if it puts fans in the seats.
Yankees have current and future cash flow to reach a reasonable agreement.
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