Nick Swisher is back!

Welcome home Swish!

OK, it's a minor league deal, but whatever.  I love the move.

Yeah, he's 35. Yeah, he's had surgeries on both knees.  Yeah, he probably can't hit for shit anymore.  Yeah, he hasn't had a decent season since he left the Yankees in 2012.

BUT

There is familiarity with the franchise, he's played in New York before and was a member of the 2009 World Series team. He's a veteran guy who will bring a good clubhouse presence. He's a great interview, he likes to have fun and is always smiling.  Most importantly, the guy has great sideburns.  He's kind of the class clown, so even if he sucks, at least he'll still be entertaining. 

OK, maybe I am getting too excited.  It's just a minor league deal, so who knows when or even if he'll sniff the Yankees big league lineup. But, he is a solid insurance policy. He could serve a purpose as a more consistent backup to Teixeira at first base with Ackley struggling defensively early in the season.  Girardi has stated that he wants to give Teixeira as much rest as possible to keep him healthy throughout the season.  Swisher could be that guy, if he can hit.  

P.S. Nick Swisher is your friend who can't take a normal picture.