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Rivera Throws Bullpen Session; Ready to Go
September 05, 2009 by
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MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that Mariano Rivera threw his scheduled bullpen session today and felt no pain. He could pitch Sunday.
Yankees Release Kevin Cash
September 05, 2009 by
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Peter Abraham reports that the services of Kevin Cash were no longer required by the Yankees. He was released to make room for Josh Towers. Cash, 31, had seen action in 10 games for the Yankees this season, hitting .231.
Yanks Outlast Jays 6-4
September 05, 2009 by
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The Yankees, in a game that went went almost four hours and featured 12 walks, defeated the Toronto Blue Jays 6-4 Saturday afternoon behind Andy Pettitte's six innings and Phil Hughes' impressive four-out save.
Pettitte wasn't spectacular like ...
Josh Towers Called Up
September 05, 2009 by
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The Yankees have called up Josh Towers for the second time this season, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch. According to Hoch, the Yankees were going to wait to make this move until the team comes back home on Monday, but they figured to bring him ...
Halladay One Hits Yankees; I Don't Start Him on My Fantasy Team
September 04, 2009 by
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I'm in two fantasy baseball leagues. In the league that is not the Yankees Bloggers League, I am in second place, playing the final regular season week against the 1st place team. I'm a game back and I am only playing for pride, as my first round ...
Mariano Rivera May Pitch Sunday
September 04, 2009 by
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The AP reports that Mariano Rivera will have a bullpen session on Saturday and may get back into game action on Sunday. He had hoped to have the session today.
Yankees Looked at Penny, Yes... But, Cameron Again, Too
September 04, 2009 by
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Ken Rosenthal of Fox Sports that not only did the Yankees look at Brad Penny, but they had also been considering Mike Cameron (once again) before the August 31 deadline.
The Yankees shied away from Cameron, according to sources, because they d...
Albaladejo Gets the Call
September 04, 2009 by
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As expected, Jonathan Albaladejo became the sixth September callup for the Yankees, reports Bryan Hoch of MLB.com.
He would have been up sooner had he not been hit in the eye with a ball while playing catch with Edwar Ramirez (insert joke here)...
Mariano Rivera Feeling Good
September 03, 2009 by
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Mo spoke to the AP and he's feeling better after dealing with some tightness in his groin (makes you cringe just typing it). He's wants to get a chance to throw before seeing any game action and he's hopeful that will happen on Friday.
It's Win Number 10 for Aceves as Yankees March On; Top Blue Jays, 10-5
September 03, 2009 by
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The Yankees got off to the right start early, scoring 4 runs off of Blue Jays starter Ricky Romero. Hideki Matsui delivered a 2 RBI single that turned into a third run when a fielding error was made. Jorge Posada brought Matsui home from third on ...
A-Rod Collects 2,500th Hit, Now Tied for 88th All-Time
September 03, 2009 by
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A-Rod had a great game last night, but it wasn't just his 3 for 5, 4 RBI day at the plate, but the fact that he collected his 2,500th hit (video).
He finished the day with 2,502 hits, good enough to tie with Jimmy Ryan at 88th all-time. Only si...
Jeter Receives Robert Clemente Award Nomination
September 03, 2009 by
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For his outstanding community service, Captain Jeter was named as the Yankees' nomination for the 2009 Roberto Clemente Award, reports Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. Vote online.
7-Run 9th Caps Off Sweep vs. O's
September 03, 2009 by
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The Yankees won tonight by a score of 102 over the Orioles, but that score could be a little bit misleading. The game was actually very close for eight innings before the Yankees took control in the ninth, batting around and scoring 7 runs to wid...
Mariano Rivera Dealing with Groin Tightness; Likely to Get a Few Days Off
September 02, 2009 by
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Peter Abraham reports that Mo is feeling a bit of tightness or stiffness in his groin. Both Mo and Joe Girardi seem relatively unconcerned - if this were the playoffs, Rivera said he'd be pitching. He'll likely get a few days off to rest and then,...
Brett Gardner to Begin Rehab Assignment in Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday
September 02, 2009 by
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MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that Brett Gardner is heading to Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to get some rehab time with the Yankees Triple-A affiliate. Joe Girardi hinted that he could be back by Labor Day.
A-Rod's Doctor Speaks on "Conservative Treatment"
September 02, 2009 by
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Yesterday, we mentioned that A-Rod might not need that second hip surgery. The third baseman put it at 20% he wouldn't need it, 80% he would. The doctor in charge, Marc Philippon, weighed in today to the Post.
"I don't want to jinx us, but ther...
Offense and Bullpen Pick Up Burnett in 9-6 Win Over Orioles
September 01, 2009 by
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For the third consecutive start, A.J. Burnett's ERA went up - but, unlike the last two, the Yankees were able to win this game. It was thanks to an offense that scored 9 runs and a bullpen that allowed nothing for the final 3.2 innings.
Burnett...
Cervelli, Pena, Ramirez, Melancon, Dunn Called Up; Albaladejo on the Way
September 01, 2009 by
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Peter Abraham reports that Francisco Cervelli, Ramiro Pena, Edwar Ramirez, Mark Melancon and Mike Dunn have been called out on this, the first day of September. Jonathan Albaladejo should be up in the next couple of days. He would have been alread...
Duncan Named International League MVP; Jackson Named Rookie of Year
September 01, 2009 by
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Chad Jennings reports that Shelley Duncan has been named the MVP of the International League. He hit .273 with 29 home runs and 92 RBI in 116 games.
Austin Jackson was pegged as the Rookie of the Year. He hit 2.93 with 4 home runs, 57 RBI, 62 r...
Pettitte and Hairston Discuss Last Night's Perfect Game Run
September 01, 2009 by
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You probably know that Andy Pettitte lost a perfect game in last night's game with two out in the seventh when Jerry Hairston Jr. misplayed a hard hit ball on a play that should have been made. Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, Peter Abraham (with audio) and...
Post: A-Rod Might Not Need Second Surgery
September 01, 2009 by
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George A. King III of the Post reports that A-Rod may not need that second hip surgery after all. It's still likely, but Rodriguez said there is a 20% shot he won't need it. I would expect if there is any chance at all that not having the second s...
Imperfect Game: No No-No, But Pettitte Gets Win vs. O's
August 31, 2009 by
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Tonight's game for the Yankees against the Orioles began at 7:05 ET. 21 batters and about 3 ulcers later, the Orioles had their first baserunner. An error by Jerry Hairston Jr. with two outs in the seventh followed by a base hit by Nick Markakis e...
Yankees Acquire OF Freddy Guzman from O's
August 31, 2009 by
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That is the word according to Bryan Hoch's Twitter page. The Yankees will give cash back to the Orioles in return. Guzman has struggled at the Triple-A level this season, splitting 82 games between Pawtucket (the Red Sox' Triple-A affiliate) and N...
Brad Penny Signs with Giants
August 31, 2009 by
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SI's Jon Heyman reports that Brad Penny is going to the Giants. The Yankees had reportedly been interested.
Via Ben Nicholson-Smith.
Report: Yankees Would Like Damon for One
August 31, 2009 by
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Baseball Prospectus' John Perrotto reports that the Yankees would like to bring Johnny Damon back for just one year, which would help them keep Austin Jackson down in Triple-A for another season. They would then make plays for Matt Holliday and Ja...
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