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Cashman Sees Igawa As Back End Starter

"If we can secure him, we'll put him in the back of the rotation," Cashman said Wednesday.

New York gained his rights with a bid of $26,000,194 - the last three digits matching Igawa's strikeout total this year. Cashman credited the idea of the extra $194 to assistant general manager Jean Afterman, who gained insight into Japanese players when she worked for agent Don Nomura.

"The story within the story," Cashman said. "A little sign of respect."

Even with Igawa, the Yankees are looking to add another starting pitcher to follow Chien-Ming Wang, Mike Mussina and Randy Johnson in their rotation. While New York hopes Carl Pavano's injury problems are over after 1 1/2 years, the Yankees don't want to have to count on him.

In addition to expressing interest in Ted Lilly and Gil Meche, the Yankees are waiting to find out whether Andy Pettitte intends to pitch next year. Pettitte spent nine seasons with the Yankees before signing with the Houston Astros before the 2004 season.

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