Yankees Money Machine Rolls On

The New York Yankees are continuing to bankroll their aging stars, making Mariano Rivera the highest paid reliever in history - at 37 years old. The three-year deal, worth $45 million is pending a physical.

While there is no doubting the quality that Rivera offers, the Yankees may seem to be throwing money in desperation with the free agent market lacking in quality relievers. Rivera has put up falling numbers in recent times and with his age, those numbers do not offer much in return value. While the club and players have voiced his contribution in terms of experience, I am not sure if it should come at such cost.