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A-Rod, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera Tops for the Decade
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In the November 2 issue of ESPN Magazine, they listed the statistical leaders in a handful of categories for the decade spanning from 2000-2009. Alex Rodriguez had the most home runs with 435 (238 with the Yankees), Andy Pettitte had the most wins...
Wang Has Monday Appointment with Dr. James Andrews
28 days ago by
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Andy McCullough of The Star-Ledger spoke with Chien-Ming Wang, who will have an appointment with Dr. James Andrews on Monday as he works his way back from arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder.
As Joseph Pawlikowski of River Ave. Blues po...
360 Degree Panoramic Images of Yesterday's Ticker Tape Parade for the Yankees
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panoramas.dk has a couple of great 360 degree panoramic images from yesterday's ticker tape parade in New York City. Check them out.
Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS
29 days ago by
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Mariano Rivera told MLB.com's Bryan Hoch that he hurt himself during game 6 of the ALCS.
"It doesn't matter now," Rivera said. "It's over. Thank God it's over. It was manageable. 'Geno' did a tremendous job. Thank God we were able to do what w...
Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS
29 days ago by
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Mariano Rivera told MLB.com's Bryan Hoch that he hurt himself during game 6 of the ALCS.
"It doesn't matter now," Rivera said. "It's over. Thank God it's over. It was manageable. 'Geno' did a tremendous job. Thank God we were able to do what w...
Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS
29 days ago by
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Mariano Rivera told MLB.com's Bryan Hoch that he hurt himself during game 6 of the ALCS.
"It doesn't matter now," Rivera said. "It's over. Thank God it's over. It was manageable. 'Geno' did a tremendous job. Thank God we were able to do what w...
Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS
29 days ago by
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Mariano Rivera told MLB.com's Bryan Hoch that he hurt himself during game 6 of the ALCS.
"It doesn't matter now," Rivera said. "It's over. Thank God it's over. It was manageable. 'Geno' did a tremendous job. Thank God we were able to do what w...
Infographic by The New York Times Shows Mariano Rivera's Postseason History Batter by Batter
29 days ago by
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Joe Ward, Amanda Cox, Matthew Ericson and Xaquin G.V. of The New York Times have put together an awesome infographic depicting Mariano Rivera's postseason history and results on a batter by batter basis. So worth it.
Via NPB Tracker.
Yankees Appear on Letterman, Fallon
29 days ago by
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Haven't had enough Yankees yet? No? Well a bunch of them hit up the late night television scene last night, with Derek Jeter, Andy Pettitte, Jorge Posada and Hideki Matsui making an appearance on the Late Show with David Letterman. Shortly after, ...
Quick Notes: Girardi Helps Crash Victim, Mo Wants 5 More and Japan Rejoices Over Matsui
November 05, 2009 by
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Girardi, a Friend to You and Me: After the Yankees manager left the stadium last night, where do you think he went next? The answer was a pit stop at Cross County Parkway. Girardi stopped to help someone who had been in a car accident. Not only th...
Ticker-tape Parade Set for Friday at 11 a.m.
November 05, 2009 by
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Worth mentioning of course is that the Yankees' victory parade is going to be held this upcoming Friday at 11 a.m, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. No truth to any rumor that city officials have dubbed this Friday as "Call in Sick Day."
The Ghosts are Back! Yankees Take Home 27th World Title
November 05, 2009 by
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OK, so we all know what happened by now. Hideki Matsui went absolutely berserk on the Philadelphia Phillies and Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees a solid start in Game 6 as the Yankees wrapped up their 27th World Championship, defeating the Phillies ...
YanksBlog.com Featured in Today's Issue of am New York
November 04, 2009 by
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On page 3 of today's issue of am New York, I'm quoted very briefly about tonight's game 6, specifically about Pedro Martinez. The paper is free in NYC and is available online. The article I was quoted in is online. Thank you to the author of the a...
Pettitte Will Start Game 6
November 03, 2009 by
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Marc Carig of the Star Ledger reports that Pettitte will start game 6, as expected. Via Mike Axisa.
Phillies Call Sign Stealing Rumors False
November 03, 2009 by
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MLB.com's David Gurian-Peck reports that Phillies manager Charlie Manuel and center fielder Shane Victorino have both come out to dispel the rumors that the team steals signs through the use of a camera or bullpen personnel, as shared by Dodgers t...
"Derek Jeter Bridge" Being Considered
November 03, 2009 by
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The Post shares the news that plans are being considered to christen the not yet built East 153rd Street bridge as "Derek Jeter Bridge." Nothing is official, but the idea has the support of Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr.
Via Mike Axisa.
Ramiro Pena Added to Roster in Place of Melky Cabrera
November 03, 2009 by
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We're a little late mentioning this as it got lost in the attention paid to last night's game. But, infielder Ramiro Pena has been added to the roster, replacing the injured Melky Cabrera. MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that Melky has a "slight stra...
World Series Game 5: Late Rally Falls Short in Philly
November 03, 2009 by
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The Yankees had an opportunity to end the night as the 2009 World Series Champions, but A.J. Burnett was off his game and the Philly bats proved to be too much for the Yankee pitching staff in Game 5. Instead, the Yankees and Phillies will be head...
Melky Cabrera Could Have Full Hamstring Tear
November 02, 2009 by
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Sam Borden reports that Melky Cabrera may have a full hamstring tear, rendering him inactive for the rest of the World Series. Brian Cashman told Borden that under MLB rules, the Yankees could petition for a new player if it is decided that Melky ...
World Series Game 4: Late Rally Puts Yankees Within One Victory of a Title
November 02, 2009 by
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The Yankees are now just 27 outs away from wrapping up their 27th World Series title, thanks to a tie-braking 9th inning rally that led to a 74 victory over the Phillies and a commanding 31 series lead. This latest installment of the 2009 World ...
Derek Jeter Collects Second Hank Award Award
November 01, 2009 by
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MLB.com's Barry M. Bloom reports that Derek Jeter has been named as the American League Hank Aaron Award winner, the second such award he has won (the first was in 2006). It was created to honor the top offensive performer in each league and was d...
Swisher Breaks Out as Collective Offensive Leads Yankees Past Phillies, 8-5
November 01, 2009 by
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On Halloween night, the Yankees sent Andy Pettitte up against Cole Hamels as the Yankees stepped into Citizens Bank Park for the first time since June 21, 2006.
The first run of the day came when Jayson Werth led off the bottom of the second wi...
Steve Serby's Q&A with George Steinbrenner
October 31, 2009 by
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Steve Serby has a Q&A with George Steinbrenner. Of course, it's through his spokesperson Howard Rubenstein, so it's kind of like a series of issued statements. But, nonetheless, it's an interesting read and the Boss shines through.
Joe Blanton to Start Game 4
October 31, 2009 by
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The Philadelphia Daily News reports that the Phillies have elected to start Joe Blanton over Cliff Lee on short rest in game 4 of the World Series on Sunday. CC Sabathia is likely to be his opponent.
Via Justin Sablich.
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