http://www.yardbarker.com/rss/player/53924 Recent articles about Maury Brown en-us Hundreds of fans, who were informed by Yankee personnel that last night’s game between the Red Sox and Yankees was rained out, only to have the game played anyway, angrily begged to be let back into the stadium at Gate 6, with one fan being arrested in the chaos. The ugly scene occurred after patrons were reportedly told by Yankee employees who walked the concourse holding pinstriped "How may I help you?" signs, that the game had been rained out. When the game started at 9:20pm, fan... Tue, 05 May 2009 09:41:57 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/college_basketball/article_external/Near_Riot_Breaks_Out_at_Yankee_Stadium_When_Rainout_Isnt_a_Rainout/619129 http://www.yardbarker.com/college_basketball/article_external/Near_Riot_Breaks_Out_at_Yankee_Stadium_When_Rainout_Isnt_a_Rainout/619129 http://www.yardbarker.com/college_basketball/article_external/Near_Riot_Breaks_Out_at_Yankee_Stadium_When_Rainout_Isnt_a_Rainout/619129 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/c/0/c088591a9b0719b080502aec790cea75431613ed/small/yankees86373779.jpg Major League Baseball today announced the creation of a new All-Star Summer event, the All-Star Charity 5K & Fun Run presented by Sports Authority and Nike, which will take place on Sunday, July 12. This event is part of the 2009 MLB All-Star Summer program dedicated to charitable initiatives and giving back to the community. All race related net proceeds will be donated equally to three charities supporting cancer research and education -- the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Stand Up To Canc... Mon, 04 May 2009 13:22:33 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_Adds_Charity_Running_Events_to_All_Star_Festivities/617842 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_Adds_Charity_Running_Events_to_All_Star_Festivities/617842 After a week of stories regarding the highest priced seats in Yankee Stadium going empty, Randy Levine is stressed. The president of the Yankees, one simply not used to anyone questioning how the Yankees conduct business, has instead been playing damage control. Friday, it seemed to finally hit his breaking point. On Thursday, Major League Soccer commissioner Don Garber was speaking to the Associated Press Sports Editors and said the following about the high-priced seats going empty at Yankee... Sat, 25 Apr 2009 00:52:53 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Yankees_Official_Gets_Tixed_Off_at_MLS/605094 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Yankees_Official_Gets_Tixed_Off_at_MLS/605094 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Yankees_Official_Gets_Tixed_Off_at_MLS/605094 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/4/3/430fb718b49cfe17a6f89d433c049b678d809600/small/Levine.jpg Now in their 12th year, Michael K. Ozanian and Kurt Badenhausen have published the 2009 MLB franchise valuations for Forbes, and with it, the downturn in the economy has cast its shadow across the league. (See historical Forbes valuations from 2002-2009) The 30 clubs are valued at $14.475 billion, compared to $14.149 billion in 2008, an increase of 2.18 percent. However, the increases come mostly by way of the two New York clubs, both of which see new ballparks opening this year. The two club... Thu, 23 Apr 2009 02:06:02 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Inside_the_2009_Forbes_MLB_Franchise_Valuations/601857 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Inside_the_2009_Forbes_MLB_Franchise_Valuations/601857 Showing that the Yankees brand can be slapped on nearly anything and it will sell, Turkey Hill Dairy, who, if you can believe this, is the “official ice cream of the New York Yankees” has introduced two new Yankees-inspired ice cream flavors and a chance to win tickets to Yankees home games, The new lineup additions -- Bronx Bombers Sundae and Pinstripe Brownie Blast -- are available wherever Turkey Hill products are sold throughout New York, New Jersey and Connecticut within the Yankees'... Wed, 22 Apr 2009 18:00:54 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/I_Scream_Bronx_Bombers_Sundae_and_Pinstripe_Brownie_Blast_Introduced/601361 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/I_Scream_Bronx_Bombers_Sundae_and_Pinstripe_Brownie_Blast_Introduced/601361 Yes, you too can pretend you’re Willy Aybar. The Tampa Bay Rays today released this image of the replica American League Championship rings that will be given to all fans attending the Rays vs. New York Yankees game on Tuesday, April 14 at Tropicana Field. The rings are sponsored by International Plaza. Could you hold a ring awarding ceremony at your home or at your favorite watering hole? The description by the Rays might get you in the mood. The ring is made of a combination of recess... Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:54:46 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Rays_to_Give_Away_AL_Championship_Ring_Replica_Bling/543351 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Rays_to_Give_Away_AL_Championship_Ring_Replica_Bling/543351 Major League Baseball Executive Vice President of Labor Relations Rob Manfred issued the following statement today regarding today's Sports Illustrated news story: "We are disturbed by the allegations contained in the Sports Illustrated news story which was posted online this morning. Because the survey testing that took place in 2003 was intended to be non-disciplinary and anonymous, we can not make any comment on the accuracy of this report as it pertains to the player named. &quot... Sat, 07 Feb 2009 14:22:07 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_Releases_Statement_Regarding_Alleged_Steroid_Use_by_A_Rod/502295 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_Releases_Statement_Regarding_Alleged_Steroid_Use_by_A_Rod/502295 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_Releases_Statement_Regarding_Alleged_Steroid_Use_by_A_Rod/502295 http://www.yardbarker.com/media/4/6/465cdb69eaaa2591bdd4a5be8e7253aaf36d6f16/small/arod81817043.jpg You have probably heard about theMLB Network by now, but what willMLBNetwork.com be like?With the introduction on MLB.com's "At Bat" application for iPhone this past season, and the upcoming rollout of the MLB Network, baseball fans are being treated to new avenues never available before to get their baseball fix. On the move, or at home, not only are games available, but a host of content that adds value to watching games at the ballpark or at home. When it comes to digital off... Mon, 24 Nov 2008 01:44:47 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/What_Will_MLBNetworkcom_and_the_Latest_Version_of_At_Bat_Offer_in_2009/388990 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/What_Will_MLBNetworkcom_and_the_Latest_Version_of_At_Bat_Offer_in_2009/388990 Baseball fans, prepare for more frustration.MLB owners, yet again, tabled restructuring the local and regional television territories for the league at today's quarterly owners meetings in New York, and in doing so, leaves an arcane and convoluted system in place just before the MLB Network launches on January 1. The commissioner's office has proposed an adjustment that will involve clubs losing a territory or market if they do not broadcast within it. Currently, markets such as Las V... Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:48:21 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Blackout_Policy_to_Remain_Through_MLB_Network_Launch/384588 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Blackout_Policy_to_Remain_Through_MLB_Network_Launch/384588 While fans in Philadelphia may wish to hold on to the feeling, the 2008 MLB season can be slipped into the history books, and the rest of the baseball world can focus on the 2009 season. And, truth be told, any person working in MLB will tell you, the season never really ends, it's just that its internal seasons shift, much like winter to spring. This off-season and coming year are going to offer up some things that are different a?" that exciting "different" you get when y... Thu, 13 Nov 2008 15:56:27 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/10_Reasons_Why_the_2009_MLB_Season_Will_Be_Great_to_Follow/374897 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/10_Reasons_Why_the_2009_MLB_Season_Will_Be_Great_to_Follow/374897 Goodbye, RCA Dome. Hello, Lucas Oil Stadium. The Indianapolis Colts officially launched the Lucas Oil Stadium era Sunday opening the roof and north-facing window 15 minutes before an exhibition game between the Colts and Bills today. The roof and window of the $720 million stadium was only opened temporarily as this is the preseason and the Colts are still working out the kinks in the system. Jim Irsay threw a switch to open the roof and window during the pre-game ceremonies, then closed them... Sun, 24 Aug 2008 23:06:23 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/article_external/Lucas_Oil_Stadium_Era_Begins_With_Exhibition_Game_Between_Colts_and_Bills/312098 http://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/article_external/Lucas_Oil_Stadium_Era_Begins_With_Exhibition_Game_Between_Colts_and_Bills/312098 The National Football League and shoe and apparel company Reebok International, Inc. did not violate antitrust laws when they engaged in an exclusive licensing deal to make hats with team logos on them, according to a federal appeals court ruling. The challenge by cap maker American Needle Inc. was rejected by the U.S. Court of Appeals in Chicago. As reported by Bloomberg News, the ruling allows the NFL, and other sports leagues, to enter exclusive agreements without breaking the Sherman Act:... Tue, 19 Aug 2008 08:57:45 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/article_external/NFL_and_Reebok_Win_Legal_Challenge_Over_Team_Logo_Hats/308782 http://www.yardbarker.com/nhl/article_external/NFL_and_Reebok_Win_Legal_Challenge_Over_Team_Logo_Hats/308782 The Boston Red Sox yesterday announced several new amenities for fans visiting Fenway Park to usher in the second half of the 2008 season. These amenities include improvements to existing facilities and introduction of brand new items in the ballpark concession stands, entertainment options in the concourses, family-friendly initiatives, and the official grand opening of The Bleacher Bar on Lansdowne Street .“We are extremely pleased to unveil these new amenities at Fenway Park for the ... Fri, 25 Jul 2008 16:03:02 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Bleacher_Bar_other_Amenities_Introduced_at_Fenway/295665 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Bleacher_Bar_other_Amenities_Introduced_at_Fenway/295665 Bobby Mercer’s battle with cancer is over. The five-time outfielder who spent the majority of his career with the New York Yankees, and then went on to be an exec and announcer has died at the age of 62 due to complications from brain cancer. He passed away Saturday afternoon surrounded by family at Mercy Hospital in Oklahoma City. Bobby Murcer was a born Yankee, a great guy, very well-liked and a true friend of mine, Yankees Chairperson George M. Steinbrenner said. I extend my deepest ... Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:41:04 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Longtime_Yankee_Announcer_Bobby_Mercer_Dead_at_62/289639 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/Longtime_Yankee_Announcer_Bobby_Mercer_Dead_at_62/289639 Forty-two Major League Baseball-decorated Statue of Liberty replicas will start appearing Friday throughout New York City as part of the celebration of the 79th MLB All-Star Game, to be played at Yankee Stadium on Tuesday, July 15th. The statues, commissioned in conjunction with MLB licensee Forever Collectibles, stand eight and a half feet tall and are designed with bold graphics featuring each of the 30 MLB clubs and other celebrations of New York City baseball like the Brooklyn Dodgers, Ne... Fri, 20 Jun 2008 01:20:00 -0500 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_All_Star_Statues_of_Liberty_to_Begin_Appearing_in_NYC/280240 http://www.yardbarker.com/mlb/article_external/MLB_All_Star_Statues_of_Liberty_to_Begin_Appearing_in_NYC/280240