Mark Feinsand/New York Daily News (Image also courtesy of NY Daily News):Pavano, one of the biggest free-agent busts of all-time, could wind up back with the Bombers this winter as the Yankees look to fill three spots in their starting rotation.
General manager Brian Cashman, who inked Pavano to a four-year, $39.95 million contract in December 2004, remains a big fan of the oft-injured righthander, according to a source, making a return to the Bronx a realistic possibility for the 32-year-old.
"Cashman has definitely not closed the door on Pavano at all," the source said.
Cashman himself acknowledged that he is open to any and all options this winter, though he wouldn't specifically address Pavano's situation.
