Blog Feed: Sliding Into Home

Granderson is in the Lineup, Hafner Going For MRI

Published on 2013-05-14 15:02:00

Here's tonight's Yankees lineup: Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Vernon Wells DH Curtis Granderson LF Lyle Overbay 1B Jayson Nix SS Ichiro Suzuki RF Chris Nelson 3B Austin Romine C CC Sabathia P Also, Travis Hafner is experience some soreness in

Granderson Activated

Published on 2013-05-14 14:17:00

Curtis Granderson has been activated and I assume will be available tonight. Vidal Nuno has been optioned to Scranton to make room on the roster.

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Published on 2013-05-14 14:04:00

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Granderson On His Way To The Bronx

Published on 2013-05-14 11:12:00

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Mo: Everything With Joba is Fine

Published on 2013-05-13 11:01:00

From Wallace Matthews:The New York Yankees say they are one big happy family again, a day after middle reliever Joba Chamberlain publicly warned Mariano Rivera not to "shush'' him. "We did talk,'' Rivera said Sunday morning. "It's good. Sometimes yo

Tonight's Lineup and Some Injury Updates

Published on 2013-05-08 17:00:00

Here's tonight's lineup: Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Vernon Wells LF Lyle Overbay 1B Ichiro Suzuki RF Jayson Nix SS Chris Nelson 3B David Phelps P Austin Romine C Since that was somewhat depressing, here's some better news on some injured Ya

Tonight's Lineups

Published on 2013-04-30 17:25:00

YANKEES (15-10) Brett Gardner CF Ichiro Suzuki LF Robinson Cano 2B Travis Hafner DH Brennan Boesch RF Jayson Nix 3B Lyle Overbay 1B Eduardo Nunez SS Chris Stewart C RHP Hiroki Kuroda ASTROS (8-18) Robbie Grossman CF Jose Altuve 2B Jason Castro C Ca

Youkilis Headed To The DL

Published on 2013-04-30 17:19:00

From Dan Martin: Kevin Youkilis has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a lumbar spine sprain and recalled infielder Corban Joseph from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to take his spot on the roster. The move was anticipated after Youkilis

Pitching Matchups: Yankees vs Blue Jays

Published on 2013-04-25 15:28:00

Sorry for the lack of posting, I've been distracted by the Knicks-Celtics playoff series and work. Anyway, here are the pitching matchups for Yanks-Jays: Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP Hiroki Kuroda (2-1, 2.35) vs. LHP M

Jeter Out Until After The All-Star Break

Published on 2013-04-18 15:26:00

Upsetting turn of events, here's the details from Bryan Hoch's Twitter:

Game 13: Yankees vs Diamondbacks

Published on 2013-04-17 17:13:00

Regular Season Game 13YANKEES vs DIAMONDBACKSFirst Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (7-5) Brett Gardner CF Vernon Wells LF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 1B Ben Francisco DH Francisco Cervelli C Brennan Boesch R

Updates on Jeter and Pettitte

Published on 2013-04-17 10:28:00

First for the good news:Andy Pettitte went through his bullpen session without a problem yesterday and proclaimed himself “good to go” for his start Friday in Toronto. “Everything is where I want it,” said Pettitte, who was scratched over th

Yankees To Play "Sweet Caroline" Tonight At The Stadium

Published on 2013-04-16 14:33:00

From Andrew Marchand: To pay tribute to the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings, the Yankees will have a special moment of silence and will play Fenway favorite "Sweet Caroline" at the end of the third inning tonight at Yankee Stadium. If you do

Pitching Matchups: Yankees vs DBacks

Published on 2013-04-16 10:47:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (0-1, 7.71) vs. RHP Brandon McCarthy (0-1, 7.71) Game 2: Tomorrow @ 7:05 PM | TV: MY9 | Radio: WCBS LHP CC Sabathia (2-1, 2.25) vs LHP Wade Miley (2-0, 2.13) Game 3: Thursday @

Pettitte Pushed Back Again, Will Start Friday

Published on 2013-04-15 11:46:00

From Matt Ehalt: The New York Yankees have pushed back Andy Pettitte's next start a second time to Friday against the Blue Jays as he deals with back spasms. Pettitte had been scheduled to pitch Saturday before having that start pushed back to eithe

Updates on Tex and Granderson

Published on 2013-04-12 13:25:00

From D.J. Short:While Curtis Granderson threw today for this first time since his broken right forearm, another big bat in the Yankees’ lineup is inching closer to a return. According to the Associated Press, Mark Teixeira hopes to be cleared to t

Nova and Hughes To Be Skipped vs Baltimore

Published on 2013-04-12 10:11:00

Via Mark Feinsand: The Yankees had already skipped Ivan Nova in the rotation following Wednesday's rainout, keeping Phil Hughes lined up for his start Thursday. Following Thursday's postponement, Girardi announced that Hughes would also be skipped,

Girardi Complains About MLB Scheduling

Published on 2013-04-12 10:05:00

From CBS: Yankees manager Joe Girardi wasn’t in a great mood after yet another game was postponed in Cleveland. Play between the Yankees and Indians never began Thursday night, and the tarp was still covering the infield when the game was called a

Game 9: Yankees @ Indians

Published on 2013-04-11 17:59:00

Regular Season Game 9YANKEES @ INDIANSFirst Pitch: TBA (Rain) | TV: YES/ESPN2 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (4-4) Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 3B Travis Hafner DH Vernon Wells LF Ichiro Suzuki RF Eduardo Nunez SS L

Rained Out

Published on 2013-04-10 19:05:00

Tonight's game in Cleveland has been postponed. There will only be one game tomorrow, as scheduled. No word on a makeup date yet.

Game 9: Yankees @ Indians

Published on 2013-04-10 16:32:00

Regular Season Game 9YANKEES @ INDIANSFirst Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN2 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (4-4) Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 3B Travis Hafner DH Vernon Wells LF Brennan Boesch RF Eduardo Nunez SS Lyl

Jeter Takes BP, Fields Grounders

Published on 2013-04-10 15:40:00

From Mark Feinsand: Derek Jeter continued his road back from ankle surgery Wednesday, hitting on the field for the first time since March 23 and taking ground balls on the infield dirt at the Yankees' Tampa complex. Jeter, who ran light sprints on T

MLB Video: Inside the 1923 World Series Champion Yankees

Published on 2013-04-10 08:49:00

MLB.com has a new feature where they take you inside each and every Yankees World Series Championship. Here's 1923: Your browser does not support iframes.

Game 8: Yankees @ Indians

Published on 2013-04-09 17:15:00

Regular Season Game 8YANKEES @ INDIANSFirst Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (3-4) Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 3B Travis Hafner DH Vernon Wells LF Ichiro Suzuki RF Eduardo Nunez SS Lyle Overb

Injury Updates: Jeter, Tex, Granderson, Hughes, Nunez,

Published on 2013-04-06 10:53:00

Jon Heyman is reporting that Derek Jeter, Mark Texieira and Curtis Granderson could all be back by May 1st:Yankees people are mentioning May 1 as potentially the key date in their season. The team's medical people are suggesting, at least in behind-t

Game 3: Yankees vs Red Sox

Published on 2013-04-04 17:34:00

Regular Season Game 3YANKEES vs RED SOXFirst Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-2) Brett Gardner CF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 3B Travis Hafner DH Vernon Wells LF Ichiro Suzuki RF Eduardo Nunez SS Lyle

Update on Kuroda

Published on 2013-04-03 22:50:00

If you weren't watching the Yankees 7-4 loss to the Red Sox tonight, Hiroki Kuroda had to leave the game after being hit on the middle finger of his pitching hand on a liner back to the mound. Luckily, he's OK. Here's the update via Bryan Hoch and Sw

Game 2: Yankees vs Red Sox

Published on 2013-04-03 17:09:00

Regular Season Game 2 YANKEES vs RED SOX First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN2 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-1) Brett Gardner CF Ichiro Suzuki RF Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 3B Travis Hafner DH Vernon Wells LF Lyle Overbay 1B

Marchand: Jeter Is A Long Way From Coming Back

Published on 2013-04-03 13:15:00

From Andrew Marchand:Derek Jeter is not even hitting right now. Jeter is not even fielding right now. Jeter is not even running right now. Jeter is not even close to getting in a minor league game or a simulated game. So even Jeter, for all his pos

Heyman: Jay-Z Looking To Keep Cano In The Bronx

Published on 2013-04-03 12:17:00

From Jon Heyman:The Robinson Cano negotiations changed course faster than you can say "Empire State of Mind.'' A Yankees deal might not take much longer than that. Cano's negotiations with the Yankees seemed destined to be a drawn-out affair when a

Cano Fires Boras...... Hires Jay-Z??????????

Published on 2013-04-02 10:17:00

From Darren Rovell: Roc Nation, an entertainment company founded by Shawn Carter, also known as Jay-Z, will announce on Tuesday that it is getting into the sports representation business through a partnership with Creative Artists Agency (CAA). The

Opening Day: The Lineups

Published on 2013-04-01 08:39:00

Regular Season Game 1 YANKEES vs Red Sox First Pitch: 1:08 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-0) Brett Gardner CF Eduardo Nunez SS Robinson Cano 2B Kevin Youkilis 1B Vernon Wells LF Ben Francisco DH Ichiro Suzuki RF Ja

Pitching Matchups: Yankees - Red Sox

Published on 2013-04-01 07:51:00

Here are the opening series pitching matchups & start times. Remember, if you're looking for last minute New York Yankees tickets for opening day or any games throughout the 2013 season, you can get them right here our partners at TiqIQ. Game 1: T

Yankees Opening Day Roster

Published on 2013-03-31 22:43:00

Catchers 29 Francisco Cervelli 19 Chris Stewart Infielders 55 Lyle Overbay 24 Robinson Cano 36 Kevin Youkilis 26 Eduardo Nunez 17 Jayson Nix 33 Travis Hafner Outfielders 11 Brett Gardner 31 Ichiro Suzuki 12 Vernon Wells 45 Ben Francisco 22 Brennan

Sunday Conversation: Mo

Published on 2013-03-31 18:36:00

Yankees Release Juan Rivera

Published on 2013-03-28 15:20:00

Yankees Sign Overbay to a Minor League Deal

Published on 2013-03-27 08:19:00

From Mark Feinsand:Lyle Overbay walked into the Yankees’ clubhouse late Tuesday afternoon, immediately spotting Vernon Wells, his former teammate with the Blue Jays. The two embraced, both seemingly amazed to be standing together in the Yankees cl

Should the Yankees give Overbay a shot?

Published on 2013-03-26 12:06:00

From Bryan Hoch:The Yankees might consider signing free agent first baseman Lyle Overbay, who was released from his Minor League contract by the Red Sox on Tuesday morning. Overbay, 36, was a non-roster invitee to Boston's camp and batted .220 with

Wang Feels Great Being Back in Bronx

Published on 2013-03-25 17:03:00

From LoHud:“It was an easy decision for me (to sign back with the Yankees) because I never wanted to leave,” Wang said. “… It’s like back in the day. This was my first team, this is where I started. I feel great.” Wang said there were

Wells Will Start In Left

Published on 2013-03-25 17:01:00

From Andrew Marchand: "He will be the everyday left fielder," an official with knowledge of the Yankees plans told ESPN New York. The official added that when Curtis Granderson returns, Wells will be the fourth outfielder. Since Wells is righty, he

Yankees Acquire Vernon Wells

Published on 2013-03-25 00:59:00

Here's the story from Jeff Passan: Were it not for the New York Yankees, Vernon Wells still would be a Los Angeles Angel, forever consigned to their dungeon of ill-fated maneuvers. Because the Yankees exist – and because they operate in a vacuum i

Yankees Ink Wang to Minor League Deal

Published on 2013-03-24 12:17:00

From USA Today:The New York Yankees have brought back a familiar face, signing Taiwanese pitcher Chien-Ming Wang to a minor league contract. The Yankees said on Saturday that Wang would report right away to the minor league complex. Wang, who turns

Cashman: Jeter Will Likely Start Season on DL

Published on 2013-03-24 12:11:00

From Jon Paul Morosi:It appears likely that New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter will begin the season on the disabled list. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman told reporters Sunday that the revised goal is for Jeter to be ready April 6, accordin

Jeter May Be Headed To The DL

Published on 2013-03-21 08:17:00

Yeah, so remember the other day when I said Jeter would be fine? Well that might not be the case:Instead of opening the season at shortstop, Derek Jeter could wind up opening it on the disabled list. General manager Brian Cashman acknowledged the po

Chien-Ming Wang working out for Yanks in Tampa

Published on 2013-03-20 11:00:00

Interesting.... He pitched well for Chinese Taipei in the WBC, throwing 12 scoreless innings in two starts. Stay tuned.

More on Jeter's Ankle

Published on 2013-03-19 17:31:00

From Anthony Rieber: Jeter, who broke the ankle in Game 1 of the ALCS last October, said he didn't think the stiffness was going to stop him from playing for the Yankees in the April 1 season opener against the Red Sox. "Two weeks is plenty of time

Jeter Scratched From Today's Lineup With Stiff Ankle

Published on 2013-03-19 11:11:00

From Chad Jennings:Derek Jeter has been scratched from the Yankees lineup because of stiffness in his left ankle. Joe Girardi said that Jeter was flexing the ankle a lot during batting practice. Jeter eventually went to trainer Steve Donohue, who th

Yankees Still Looking For Outfield Help

Published on 2013-03-18 11:24:00

From Dan Martin:“I’m open,” Cashman said following the Yankees’ 7-0 split-squad loss to the Phillies at George M. Steinbrenner Field. “Opening Day’s not till a ways down the line. I’m keeping my eyes open elsewhere. Our guys are competi

Teixeira Won't Rush Back From Wrist Injury

Published on 2013-03-17 13:02:00

From Peter Botte: Mark Teixeira returned to Yankees camp on Sunday after injuring his right wrist nearly two weeks ago while with Team USA before the start of the World Baseball Classic. Teixeira clarified that the injury is to his tendon sheath, an

Yankees Release Matt Diaz

Published on 2013-03-17 12:54:00

Yankees Sign Brennan Boesch

Published on 2013-03-15 17:39:00

According to Jon Heyman, the Yankees have signed for Tigers outfielder Brennan Boesch. The deal is worth $1.5 million, plus $600,000 in performance-based incentives. He had been released by the Tigers just two days ago. In three seasons with the Tige

Yankees Sign Ben Francisco

Published on 2013-03-11 14:21:00

In 2012, Francisco hit .240/.285/.385 in 82 games with the Jays, Astors and Rays

Looks Like The Yankees Are Getting Desperate

Published on 2013-03-11 14:15:00

Since this obviously didn't work, they've moved on to Derrek Lee and Scott Rolen:

Some Sunday Links

Published on 2013-03-10 15:55:00

Haven't done a link dump in a while, figured I'd start today: - Richard Justice calls the Yankees trio of Mariano Rivera, Derek Jeter and Andy Pettitte "a timeless classic" in this article for MLB.com. - Joel Sherman says that Mariano was what sepa

WBC: Canada and Mexico Brawl (Video)

Published on 2013-03-09 21:25:00

While leading 9-3 in the 9th, one of the Canadian players bunted for a base hit. Mexico took offense, drilled the next batter and all hell broke loose. Definitely one of the craziest baseball brawls I've seen in a while. Here's the video:

Marchand: The Boss Almost Traded Mo

Published on 2013-03-09 15:48:00

From Andrew Marchand:Before Mariano Rivera ever became the closer, Derek Jeter's potential saved him from becoming an ex-Yankee. ... “It was close,” Yankees GM Brian Cashman said. Rivera had pitched well in the 1995 playoffs, but the Yankees c

Highlights of the Rivera Press Conference

Published on 2013-03-09 13:18:00

Report: Mariano Rivera To Announce That He Will Retire After 2013 Season

Published on 2013-03-07 13:14:00

From ESPN New York: Mariano Rivera will announce Saturday that he will retire after the coming season, sources confirmed for ESPN.Well damn it. We all new this was coming, but it's still sad knowing this will be his last year.

Teixeria Out Of WBC Due To Wrist Injury

Published on 2013-03-05 20:39:00

Rumor: A-Rod, Cano, Granderson To Be Suspended For PEDs

Published on 2013-03-05 13:51:00

Ummmmm, what???? Now, before you start with the whole "Who the hell is this guy and why would he know?" stuff, he happened to report the Melky Cabrera suspension a month before it happened, so there is a slight chance that this is legit. It's probab

Damon Wants To Come Back To The Bronx

Published on 2013-02-27 12:35:00

From Andrew Marchand:With Curtis Granderson out until May, ex-New York Yankee Johnny Damon has a message for his former team -- give me a call. Speaking on ESPN New York 98.7 FM's Michael Kay Show, Damon said he is willing to play just the five or s

Oh no, not this again: Joba Thinks He Can Start

Published on 2013-02-27 12:31:00

From Mark Feinsand's Sulia:"This is probably going to spark a bunch of stuff and (Yankees PR director Jason) Zillo is going to be mad at me, but it’s one of those things where it’s like, do you think you have the capability to start? Yes. Do I

Granderson Breaks Forearm, Out 10 Weeks

Published on 2013-02-24 18:38:00

Your browser does not support iframes.That pitch will fractured Granderson's forearm and he will miss 10 weeks, leaving the Yankees with a hole in their outfield until at least May. Here's some more of who might fill that hole from Chad Jennings:The

Teixeira Feeling Good About the Team and His Health

Published on 2013-02-17 19:17:00

From Mark Feinsand:"I really feel good about our team this year," Teixeira said. "It's actually fun when everyone else counts you out because it kind of makes guys want it a little bit more. Every year we want it, but this year especially, it's going

Jeter Press Conference Video

Published on 2013-02-17 19:03:00

Here's some video from today's press conference: Your browser does not support iframes. Also, here is another video from ESPN of Buster Olney talking about how important his health is to this year's Yankees: For more highlights from today's presse

Youkilis: "I'll always be a Red Sox"

Published on 2013-02-14 15:15:00

I get why he's saying this, or at least what he means by it, but this isn't the best way to introduce yourself to Yankees fans.

Romine Ready To Show Yanks What He Can Do

Published on 2013-02-12 22:51:00

From Chad Jennings:Austin Romine is well aware that last season’s back injury cost him valuable playing time, and he knows the Yankees have said he’s likely to open this season back in the minors. Way he sees it, that means this spring is just li

CC Relieved To Be Healthy This Spring

Published on 2013-02-12 22:46:00

From Chad Jennings:CC Sabathia always seemed to think he could pitch last season. He went on the disabled list twice, and he through some underwhelming stretches, but Sabathia has a bulldog reputation, and he did his best to live up to it. But after

A-Rod Won't Be Rehabbing In Tampa

Published on 2013-02-12 22:40:00

From Andy McCullough:The specter of Alex Rodriguez may loom over the Yankees as they begin spring training. But Rodriguez himself will not be in the presence of his teammates any time in the near future. Rodriguez will continue his recovery from off

Jeter Cleared To Do Everything

Published on 2013-02-11 16:57:00

From Dan Martin:Derek Jeter ran on Monday for the first time since his October ankle surgery and says he has the go-ahead for all further baseball activity. ... "I've gotten the OK to do everything," Jeter said. "I haven't been using my legs so I h

Schilling: Members of Red Sox organization encouraged me to use PEDs

Published on 2013-02-07 11:52:00

From WEEI:Curt Schilling, in a Wednesday interview on ESPN Radio, said toward the end of his tenure with the Red Sox he was encouraged to use performance-enhancing drugs by “members of the organization.” “At the end of my career, in 2008 when

How about some news about the only 3rd baseman on the roster who's healthy?

Published on 2013-02-06 17:55:00

There were several stories around the interwebs in recent days on another Yankees third basemen, Kevin Youkilis, discussing various topics ranging from his batting stance, his relationship with Joba Chamberlain, and his Judaism. First, how he feels

A-Rod: Everyone is just out to get me

Published on 2013-02-06 17:45:00

From the NY Daily News:Alex Rodriguez is taking his wildest swing yet in his fight against steroid allegations: The Yankees and MLB are conspiring to push him out of the game. Sources say the embattled Yankee star is “scared” that bigger forces

Yankees Officially Sign Travis Hafner

Published on 2013-02-01 15:52:00

From Yankees.com: The Yankees on Friday finalized a one-year contract with free-agent slugger Travis Hafner, who is expected to help fill the club's designated hitter slot for the 2013 season. Hafner, 35, batted .228 with 12 home runs and 34 RBIs in

ESPN: Bosch Injected A-Rod With HGH

Published on 2013-02-01 13:34:00

From T.J. Quinn:The texts, the source said, usually came late at night, telling Anthony Bosch to come to the house. Bosch would then head to the waterfront mansion on Biscayne Bay, through the gate on North Bay Road, to inject performance-enhancing d

Yankees Announce Invites Spring Training

Published on 2013-01-31 19:38:00

Here's the list via Yankees.com: Pitchers (20): RHP Corey Black, LHP Juan Cedeno, RHP Preston Claiborne, RHP Matt Daley, RHP Shane Greene, RHP Nick Goody, RHP David Herndon, RHP Tom Kahnle, RHP Jim Miller, RHP Bryan Mitchell, RHP Mark Montgomery,

Report: A-Rod May Be Done

Published on 2013-01-31 10:34:00

From the NY Daily News:Alex Rodriguez is unlikely to ever wear the pinstripes again, sources familiar with the Yankees’ situation with their troubled third baseman told the Daily News, no matter what happens regarding new allegations that he is aga

Rumor: Yankees May Be Close To Deal With Travis Hafner

Published on 2013-01-30 12:12:00

Pronk, who hasn't been able to stay healthy since 2007, only played 66 games for the Tribe last season, hitting .228/.346./.438 with 12 HR and 34 RBI. If healthy, he could be a cheap and decent option at DH.

A-Rod Linked To Recent PED Use, Denies Everything

Published on 2013-01-29 12:51:00

From Andrew Marchand: The Miami New Times, in a long investigative piece, has details that suggest Rodriguez had close ties with Anthony Bosch, a South Florida nutritionist. The story says Rodriguez has made PED transactions as recently as during th

Rosenthal: Pettitte Will Not Pitch in the WBC

Published on 2013-01-29 12:35:00

From Ken Rosenthal:Though Andy Pettitte has been known to change his mind, he will not participate in the World Baseball Classic, according to major league sources. The news is not exactly a surprise, considering that Pettitte is 40 and preparing for

Yankees Sign Juan Rivera to Minor League Deal

Published on 2013-01-28 22:05:00

From Andrew Marchand:The New York Yankees have reunited with outfielder Juan Rivera, a source tells ESPNNewYork.com's Wallace Matthews. It is a minor league deal, allowing Rivera to compete with Matt Diaz and Russ Canzler to be a right-handed-hitting

Cashman Pineda With Throw Off Half Mound

Published on 2013-01-28 22:02:00

Not a big step, but a step nonetheless.

Jeter Hits The Field For The First Time Since Injury

Published on 2013-01-28 21:59:00

From USA Today:Derek Jeter worked out on a baseball field Monday for the first time since breaking his left ankle last October. The 38-year-old New York Yankees captain fielded 55 grounders on the grass in front of the infield dirt at shortstop at t

The Yankees' Fiscal Restraint is a Good Thing

Published on 2013-01-27 13:53:00

We have heard about the Yankees’ desire to get their payroll under $189M by 2014 for some time now. Personally, I love it. Don’t get me wrong though, if there is an absolute pressing matter at a certain position, then the Yankees should go out an

Olney: 1998 Yankees Are The Best Ever

Published on 2013-01-25 19:36:00

You can check out the article here.

Cashman Says There's A Chance A-Rod Could Miss The Entire Season

Published on 2013-01-25 19:32:00

From WCBS:there’s a chance that you might not see the 14-time All-Star wearing pinstripes at all in 2013, general manager Brian Cashman told WFAN co-hosts Joe Benigno and Evan Roberts on Friday. “Yeah,” Cashman replied when asked if there was

Yankees Add Outfilder Thomas Neal

Published on 2013-01-21 14:21:00

He also updated his Twitter profile. He's just 25-years-old and has only played in 9 games for the Indians last season, hitting .207/.250/.261 with 2 RBI in 24 plate appearances.

Damage To A-Rod's Hip Less Than Expected

Published on 2013-01-18 19:32:00

From Anothony McCarron:Alex Rodriguez’s surgeon, Dr. Bryan Kelly, told the Yankees that he discovered less cartilage damage in A-Rod’s hip than expected, a good sign that the third baseman will have fewer complications as he tries to come back, a

Jeter Gets The 'OK' To Begin Baseball Activities

Published on 2013-01-17 08:21:00

Here's some more news on the injury front via CBS New York:Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter says he’s been cleared to start baseball activity in his recovery from a broken left ankle. The 38-year-old team captain reiterated Wednesday that he is on tr

A-Rod: "Surgery Went Well"

Published on 2013-01-17 08:16:00

Here's a photo Rodriguez posted on his facebook account along with this note: "Surgery went well! The road to recovery officially begins ... looking forward to the challenges ahead." The recovery time should be about six months.

Anyone else think it's stupid for Pettitte to pitch in the WBC?

Published on 2013-01-15 19:10:00

From Anthony McCarron:Andy Pettitte and Mark Teixeira, two Yankees who endured injury problems last season, are scheduled to play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic in March, a source with knowledge of the roster confirmed Monday. ... If a

Ichiro Pumped To Return To The Bronx

Published on 2013-01-15 16:58:00

From the NY Times:"Re-signing for the Yankees has awakened a fresh determination in me," the 10-times All Star told Japanese media after a workout in Kobe. "This is a team that can select A-Rod as a pinch-hitter we're talking about," he added, refer

ESPN Releases Their Sunday Night Baseball Schedule

Published on 2013-01-15 16:52:00

Today, ESPN released the first half of their Sunday Night Baseball schedule for the 2013 season. March 31: Texas Rangers at Houston Astros April 7: Los Angeles Angels at Texas Rangers April 14: Baltimore Orioles at New York Yankees April 21: St. Loui

Kevin Long Getting An Early Start With Youkilis

Published on 2013-01-15 16:48:00

From Dan Martin:Long already has begun working with Rodriguez’s temporary replacement at third, visiting Kevin Youkilis in San Jose, Calif., last week. “We looked at old film and compared it to 2012,” Long said. “We saw some considerable dif

Soriano Signs With The Nationals

Published on 2013-01-15 16:39:00

I will definitely miss untuck time.

Yankees Sign Matt Diaz To Minor League Deal

Published on 2012-12-28 13:27:00

From Mark Feinsand:The Yankees’ search for a righthanded-hitting outfielder may not be over, but they took a step in the right direction Wednesday night with the signing of veteran Matt Diaz. Diaz, who has spent his 10-year career battering lefthan

Yankees Eying Vernon Wells?

Published on 2012-12-16 08:40:00

From Anthony McCarron: Next up on the Yankees’ winter shopping list is a righthanded-hitting outfielder, and the Angels’ Vernon Wells reportedly is a potential trade target. The Yankees and the Angels discussed a possible deal for Wells at the b

Ichiro Coming Back For One More

Published on 2012-12-12 07:44:00

Kevin Youkilis is Yankees

Published on 2012-12-11 17:47:00

Ichiro Deal Expected In the Next Few Days

Published on 2012-12-10 22:24:00

Some Think Youkilis is Waiting For A Non-Yankee Offer

Published on 2012-12-10 22:20:00

From CSNNE.com: "You think he just doesn't want to play for the Yankees?" ex-Sox infielder Lou Merloni asked Monday night on 'Uno's Sports Tonight'. "The history, and playing for the Red Sox? . . . "I think like he's waiting for other offers becau

Youkilis 'Seriously Considering' Yankees as Cleveland Signs Reynolds

Published on 2012-12-09 21:40:00

From the NY Daily News: The Yankees could have an answer to their third-base problem shortly and the possibility it’ll be Kevin Youkilis may have gained steam Sunday night when Mark Reynolds reportedly agreed to a deal with the Indians. Cleveland

Rosenthal: Yankees Likely To Resign Ichiro

Published on 2012-12-09 16:13:00

From Ken Rosenthal:Ichiro Suzuki enjoyed playing for the Yankees so much, he likely will be back with them again. The Yankees are showing strong interest in re-signing the free-agent outfielder, according to major league sources. “They are all ov

Heyman: Hamilton to Yankees Not Happening

Published on 2012-12-09 15:49:00

With Greinke Signing Dodgers Will Outspend Yankees

Published on 2012-12-09 15:44:00

From Joel Sherman:If it needed any further punctuation, the Dodgers established that they — not the Yankees — are the financial heavyweights of baseball yesterday by reaching agreement with Zack Greinke on a six-year, $147 million contract. Unle

They Haven't Forgotten About Ichiro

Published on 2012-12-08 10:45:00

As I've said all winter, I think it's very important that they bring Ichiro back.

Yankees Check in on Josh Hamilton

Published on 2012-12-07 08:03:00

Not Cashman? Are the Yankees brass pulling another Rafael Soriano type move here? There was also an article by Joel Sherman in today's New York Post where he says that George Steinbrenner and the old Yankees brass would never pass up on the chance

Granderson, Nova & Hughes are Available

Published on 2012-12-06 10:23:00

Yankees Offer Youkilis One-Year, $12 Million Deal

Published on 2012-12-06 08:58:00

Ken Rosenthal and Bob Nightengale have both confirmed the report.

Yankees in Talks With A.J. Pierzynski

Published on 2012-12-04 19:35:00

This would be a solid signing for the Yankees, who as you know are in desperate need of a catcher.

Sox Sign Shane Victorino

Published on 2012-12-04 19:33:00

The contract is reportedly a 3-year deal worth $39 million.

Replacing A-Rod Update: Youkilis, Keppinger, Scutaro

Published on 2012-12-04 14:01:00

Also, according to Ken Rosenthal and Jon Paul Morosi, the Yankees and Cadinals have both shown interesting is Marco Scutaro.

Kepner: Ian Stewart Makes Sense For Yanks

Published on 2012-12-04 11:03:00

Stewart has been struggling with injuries over the past two seasons, but if he could regain his 2010 form of .256/.338/.443 with 18 HR and 61 RBI he would be a decent and cheap fill-in while A-Rod recovers. Now most of this is just pure speculatio

Yankees Open To Trading Granderson & Hughes

Published on 2012-12-04 10:47:00

Well, there's always this option to replace Granderson:ESPN's and XM's Jim Bowden really feels like the Yankees may still sign Josh Hamilton. Brian Cashman is once again doing his laying in the weeds thing, before he possibly strikes, Bowden believes

So It Turns Out Jeter Isn't Fat

Published on 2012-12-03 19:08:00

Well, I guess it was a bad camera angle or some Photoshop work because Jeter clearly isn't fat.

Napoli Signs With Red Sox

Published on 2012-12-03 10:16:00

A-Rod To Have Hip Surgery (Updated)

Published on 2012-12-03 09:28:00

From Joel Sherman: Alex Rodriguez was playing late in the regular season and playoffs with a re-tear in his surgically repaired right hip, The Post has learned. Rodriguez is expected to need a second surgery in the coming days and will miss, at mini

Ichiro is Becoming Impatient

Published on 2012-12-02 11:31:00

From George King: Ichiro Suzuki’s willingness to wait on the Yankees has declined to the point where the veteran outfielder is talking to other teams. “At the beginning we talked a lot but since that time, zero,’’ agent Tony Attanasio said o

Derek Jeter Needs To Get In The Gym

Published on 2012-11-30 07:53:00

Yikes, Jeter.

Heyman: Yankees & Rivera Agree on One-Year Deal

Published on 2012-11-29 20:40:00

Not a surprise here as recent reports indicated this was close, but glad it's sorted out. Also, $10 million for Mo is pretty much a steal, even coming off of an injury.

Russell Martin Heading To The Pirates

Published on 2012-11-29 20:35:00

From Erik Boland:Add catcher to the list of offseason needs for the Yankees. In a move that came as a surprise to many, a club source said Russell Martin agreed to a two-year deal with the Pirates early Thursday night. The deal is reportedly worth $

Pettitte Coming Back For One More

Published on 2012-11-28 17:08:00

From Bryan Hoch:Andy Pettitte has said that he feels like his left arm still has plenty of important innings to offer. The Yankees are counting on it. Pettitte and the Yankees officially agreed to a one-year contract on Wednesday, representing the s

Yankees Resign Kuroda

Published on 2012-11-20 20:35:00

From Anthony DiComo:Hiroki Kuroda will be back with the Yankees next season on a one-year contract. The Yankees did not release details, but ESPN's Buster Olney reported the deal to be worth $15 million, plus incentives of less than $1 million. ...

Stark: It's Yankees or Japan For Kuroda

Published on 2012-11-20 16:38:00

From Jayson Stark:If free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda pitches in the United States next season, it apparently will be for the New York Yankees. The Yankees are now "very confident" they're going to sign the 37-year-old Kuroda, and believe he wi

Nolasco Drawing Interest From Yankees

Published on 2012-11-14 15:26:00

Back in July of 2011 the Yankees tried to trade for him so this isn't the first time the Yankees have shown interest in Nolasco. If this is their plan to replace Kuroda than I really can't figure out what the hell they're thinking. Last season, the

Yankees Have Talked To Ibanez About Returning For 2013

Published on 2012-11-14 14:59:00

From Dan Martin:The Yankees have had preliminary discussions with Raul Ibanez about coming back next season in a platoon role. Ibanez was used more than the Yankees would have liked because of injuries last year, but he showed he was still a dangerou

Yankees Interested in Mike Napoli

Published on 2012-11-14 14:51:00

If they do lose Martin, Napoli would be a pretty good replacement. After a great 2011 campaign, Napoli fell off a bit last season hitting .227/.343/.469 with 24 HR and 56 RBI in 108 games for the Rangers. Not great, but better than the numbers Mart

Kuroda On Red Sox Radar

Published on 2012-11-08 16:30:00

Regardless of this rumor, I think the Yankees should do everything they can to make sure Kuroda is back next year.

Sherman: Yanks not in on Justin Upton

Published on 2012-11-08 12:56:00

From Joel Sherman: The Yankees are so serious about dropping under that $189 million luxury tax threshold for 2014 that, according to a source briefed on their plans, they would not even do a two-year contract in the $20 million range with Torii Hunt

Red Sox Looking At Tino For Hitting Coach Job

Published on 2012-11-08 12:15:00

I think I speak for every Yankee fan out there when I say don't do it, Tino.

Cashman Believes Pettitte Wants to Play

Published on 2012-11-08 12:12:00

From Jon Lane:Pettitte, who ended his one-year retirement during Spring Training, continues to mull his immediate future and stated he’ll make a decision sooner rather than later. Speaking with reporters at this week’s general manager meetings, Y

Post Sandy Post: Mo & Soriano

Published on 2012-11-05 10:55:00

Like almost everyone else in the region, I had been without power for five days, and just finally got my internet back today. Hope you're all doing well out there..... Anyway, here's the two most important stories I missed. First, here's the good ne

Yankees Exercise Options on Cano, Granderson, and Aardsma

Published on 2012-10-29 15:02:00

From Erik Boland:Free agency officially kicked off in the hours after the Giants completed their four-game sweep of the Tigers in the World Series on Sunday night and, as expected, the Yankees on Monday exercised the club options they held on second baseman Robinson Cano, centerfielder Curtis Granderson and reliever David Aardsma. Twelve of their players became free agents, headlined by Hiroki Kuroda, Nick Swisher, Russell Martin, Ichiro Suzuki, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera. The others are [..]

Uh oh.... Mariano Rivera May Be Leaning Towards Retiring

Published on 2012-10-25 17:11:00

From Andrew Marchand: New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Mariano Rivera, considered the greatest closer in baseball history, informed him earlier this week that he is unsure if he will play again or retire. Cashman told ESPN New York that on Tuesday he and Rivera had a conversation in which Rivera said he was unsure if he will return for a 19th season. "He wasn't certain on what he is going to do," Cashman said. ... Now, with his 43rd birthday next month and as he's worked v [..]

CC Has Bone Spur Removed

Published on 2012-10-25 17:05:00

From Andrew Marchand:New York Yankees ace CC Sabathia had arthroscopic surgery to remove a bone spur in his left elbow on Thursday. The team announced he is expected to be ready for spring training. Dr. James Andrews performed the surgery and the club said that no other problems were detected. "They found a small bone spur," said Yankees GM Brian Cashman. "It was a quick and minor cleanup. We'll take him along slowly through spring training and he'll be ready for Opening Day.''"Quick and minor [..]

Ichiro Interested In Returning To Yanks

Published on 2012-10-25 08:57:00

From Joel Sherman:The Giants were working hard to obtain Ichiro Suzuki before the Yankees did in late July and probably would have interest in the free agent this winter. But a person close to Ichiro told me he strongly wants to stay with the Yankees because he so enjoyed playing in a professional, winning atmosphere with so many contemporaries near his age range. The friend said he can’t imagine money being a factor, noting that to make matters work when he wanted to be in Seattle, Ichiro de [..]

Heyman: Yankees Have No Interest In Giving Swisher Multi-Year Deal

Published on 2012-10-22 15:41:00

From Jon Heyman:The Yankees are still planning to make a qualifying offer of about $13.5 million to free agent Nick Swisher, but only to protect the draft choice, not with any hope or expectation he'd accept the offer and return to the Bronx. While Swisher generally had a nice four-year run in the Bronx, the Yankees are ready to move on after a fourth straight postseason of struggle for Swisher. The Yankees were certain all year they'd extend the qualifying offer, and it appears they still are [..]

Pineda Likely Out Until June or July

Published on 2012-10-22 12:12:00

From Dayn Perry:Pineda was initially expected back in spring training, however irrationally optimistic such a timetable was. Now, Yankees GM Brian Cashman says Pineda is not expected back until well into the 2013 season. "We have to keep him off our radar for now," Cashman, appearing on Ian O'Connor's ESPN New York radio show, said of Pineda. "We're talking June of next year ... the second half of next year." Some pitchers have been out for two seasons with this injury, so this is hardly unexpe [..]

Sherman: Cano Wants 10-Year Deal

Published on 2012-10-22 11:21:00

From Joel Sherman:Whenever I have asked about his financial goals, Cano always has said he is not concentrating on that subject. Yet a few members of the team told me Cano has said he is expecting a 10-year contract at top-of-the-market dollars. In a conversation with me yesterday, Boras also did not give numbers, but it was clear he expects his client to be treated financially like one of the great players in the game. Boras said he anticipates the no-brainer move of the Yankees picking up Can [..]

Lupica: Yanks Now Concerned More About Money Than Wins

Published on 2012-10-21 10:17:00

From Mike Lupica:Yankee fans really need to take a deep breath here, be a little more realistic about who their team is, has been for a long time. We hear constantly about the Yankee “brand.” Well, here is what the Yankee brand has become: Winning a lot of regular games, drawing a lot of people, making a lot of money. They are big winners, unprecedented winners, April through September. Just rarely in October. October was the old brand. And they’re still working off an old script at the n [..]

Sabathia Wants Martin Back in 2013

Published on 2012-10-21 09:34:00

Here's a little more CC Sabathia related news, though this time it's not related to anyu injuries. Here's the story from Mark Hale:Two Yankees pitchers voiced their support yesterday for free-agent catcher Russell Martin. “I think it’s important. He’s been a great addition to our team, on and off the field,” CC Sabathia said of re-signing Martin. “That’s not in my department, though. But we’ll have to just wait and see what happens. But he’s been great for us.” Derek Lowe, wh [..]

CC Headed To See Dr. James Andrews

Published on 2012-10-21 09:26:00

From George A. King III:Previous MRI exams on CC Sabathia’s valuable left elbow have not discovered ligament damage that would necessitate Tommy John surgery. However, the Yankees’ ace will visit noted surgeon Dr. James Andrews this week to get an explanation why his hinge has been inflamed between starts since August. Because Sabathia has had a bone spur in the elbow since he pitched for the Indians (his last season in Cleveland was 2008), the 32-year-old might require an arthroscopic pro [..]

Pettitte to decide on 2013 in "a month or so"

Published on 2012-10-19 16:54:00

From Peter Botte:Another offseason, another retirement decision for Andy Pettitte. The 40-year-old lefty hopes to tell the Yankees whether he’ll be back in 2013 “one way or another, within a month or so.” .... “I came back because I felt like I had some competition left in me and I wanted to help this organization win another championship,” Pettitte said. “There’s no doubt I still have the desire to compete. For me, it’s the family situation. That’s the biggest thing. I’ll [..]

Some Yankees Blame Fans For Awful ALCS

Published on 2012-10-19 09:02:00

From John Harper: ...while A-Rod blamed two weeks of postseason futility at the plate, saying it “sucked the energy out of us," another player privately made a far more indicting observation: that the ballclub was affected by the hostility from the fans at Yankee Stadium last weekend. “I really think the booing spooked a lot of guys," the player said. “A lot of guys hadn’t been booed before, and they couldn’t believe how nasty it got in the stands." Obviously Nick Swisher admitted to [..]

A-Rod: I'll Be Back in 2013

Published on 2012-10-19 08:34:00

From Peter Botte:One day after GM Brian Cashman denied reports about trade talks regarding Rodriguez, the benched former All-Star said he has no plans to waive his no-trade rights during what figures to be an eventful winter in the Bronx. “That’s correct. I will be back. I have a lot to prove and I will be back, on a mission,” Rodriguez said after going hitless in two at-bats off the bench in the Yanks’ 8-1 Game 4 loss. “I love New York City, and I love everything about being a Yankee [..]

CC: I Didn't Give Them A Chance

Published on 2012-10-19 08:26:00

From Marc Carig:The moment he released the pitch, a look of disgust swept over the face of CC Sabathia. The desperate Yankees needed something close to perfection from their ace. But he had just made another mistake, one that Miguel Cabrera turned into a two-run homer and a 4-0 lead. Sabathia winced. It was all he could do as the Tigers pounded him in an 8-1 victory that clinched a sweep of the American League Championship Series. "It's embarrassing to come out and not give my team a chance to [..]

ALCS Game 4 Lineups: A-Rod Rides The Pine Again

Published on 2012-10-18 12:05:00

YANKEES (0-3) Ichiro Suzuki LF Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibañez DH Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Brett Gardner CF Eduardo Nuñez SS LHP CC Sabathia TIGERS (3-0) Austin Jackson CF Omar Infante 2B Miguel Cabrera 3B Prince Fielder 1B Delmon Young DH Jhonny Peralta SS Andy Dirks LF Avisail Garcia RF Gerald Laird C RHP Max Scherzer

Alex Rodriguez Might Accept A Trade

Published on 2012-10-18 11:54:00

(UPDATE) Alex Rodriguez is once again not in the lineup for today's rescheduled game 4. I was busy at work all day yesterday so I was unable to post, but if you missed it, there was a ton of talk about Miami being a possible destination for Alex Rodriguez if the Yankees do try an unload his contract this offseason. Well, today we have this report from Bob Nightengale that says if the situation was right, Alex, who has a full no-trade clause, may accept the deal:Take a good, long hard look at hi [..]

ALCS Game 3 Lineups

Published on 2012-10-16 16:27:00

YANKEES (0-2) Brett Gardner LF Ichiro Suzuki RF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Eric Chavez 3B Granderson CF Eduardo Nunez SS Phil Hughes RHP TIGERS (2-0) Austin Jackson CF Quintin Berry LF Miguel Cabrera 3B Prince Fielder 1B Delmon Young DH Andy Dirks RF Jhonny Peralta SS Alex Avila C Omar Infante 2B Justin Verlander RHP

9 Years Ago Today, This Happened

Published on 2012-10-16 13:47:00

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Hughes Talks About His Huge Game 3 Star

Published on 2012-10-16 11:16:00

From Chad Jennings:“There’s always pressure that comes with every start,” Hughes said. “I don’t really feel like I can, you know, sort of feel any added pressure just because of the circumstances. I just have to go out there and pitch, that’s all it boils down to. Not really worry about being down 0 2, that Verlander is on the mound, that we don’t have our captain. Those sort of things are going to be wasted energy, and all I really want to focus on is the Detroit Tigers lineup and [..]

Brett Gardner Could Start Game 3

Published on 2012-10-15 17:00:00

From Andrew Marchand:With the idea of shaking up the lineup going into Game 3 against the Detroit Tigers’ ace Justin Verlander, Yankees GM Brian Cashman said that Brett Gardner could be a starting outfielder. "He still might play a role in this thing," Cashman said on ESPN New York 98.7 FM’s "The Michael Kay Show." "You could very well see Gardner in this big outfield that Detroit has. The way our offense is, it is a possibility. He deserves consideration considering what is going on right [..]

Yankees Fans Should Be Embarrassed

Published on 2012-10-15 14:55:00

The title speaks for itself. Since the beginning of the postseason, I have heard some pretty ridiculous things from Yankees fans. One of my favorites was one female fan’s claim that because the Yankee players are clean cut, that makes them “classy.” Please, so now facial hair dictates what kind of a human being you are? For the most part, these were the type of humorously naïve comments I would be subjected to on a somewhat consistent basis. You laugh at them, poke a little fun, but ulti [..]

Nick Swisher is a Crybaby

Published on 2012-10-15 09:34:00

Apparently, Nick Swisher was upset at the treatment he's been receiving from some bleacher creatures over the last couple games. Here's more on the story via Bryan Hoch:Nick Swisher and Yankee Stadium's right-field Bleacher Creatures have enjoyed a warm relationship over four seasons in the Bronx, one that includes Swisher enthusiastically acknowledging cheers with a left-handed salute during "Roll Call" each day. But on Sunday, as the Yankees took the field for Game 2 of the American League Ch [..]

ALCS Game 2 Lineups

Published on 2012-10-14 13:19:00

YANKEES (0-1) Ichiro Suzuki LF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Alex Rodriguez 3B Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher RF Jayson Nix SS Pitching: Hiroki Kuroda RHP TIGERS (1-0) Austin Jackson CF Quintin Berry LF Miguel Cabrera 3B Prince Fielder 1B Delmon Young DH Andy Dirks RF Jhonny Peralta SS Alex Avila C Omar Infante 2B Pitching: RHP Anibal Sanchez

Jeter Fractures Ankle, Done for Postseason

Published on 2012-10-14 02:51:00

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ALDS Game 4 Lineups: A-Rod Batting 5th

Published on 2012-10-11 16:45:00

YANKEES (2-1) Derek Jeter DH Ichiro Suzuki LF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Curtis Granderson CF Jayson Nix SS Pitching: RHP Phil Hughes ORIOLES (1-2) Nate McLouth LF J.J. Hardy SS Chris Davis RF Adam Jones CF Matt Wieters C Jim Thome DH Mark Reynolds 1B Ryan Flaherty 2B Manny Machado 3B Pitching: LHP Joe Saunders

Jeter Day-To-Day With Bone Bruise

Published on 2012-10-11 01:48:00

From Mark Hale:There is a major question about Derek Jeter’s health right now. In the third inning of the Yankees’ 3-2, 12-inning victory over the Orioles last night, Jeter, who has been battling a late season, left-ankle bone bruise, fouled a ball off his left foot. Jeter was badly limping and hobbling during the game, an alarming development. It became more alarming for the Yankees as he exited the game for defense before the ninth inning. Jeter was replaced by Jayson Nix, and there’s [..]

RAAAAAAUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUULLLLL!!!!!

Published on 2012-10-11 01:28:00

For the tie... Your browser does not support iframes.... and the win! Your browser does not support iframes.And if you're interested, here are Sterling's calls. Your browser does not support iframes.

ALDS Game 3 Lineups

Published on 2012-10-10 16:52:00

YANKEES (1-1) Derek Jeter SS Ichiro Suzuki LF Alex Rodriguez DH (WHY!?!?!?!?) Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C Eric Chavez 3B Pitching: RHP Hiroki Kuroda ORIOLES (1-1) Nate McLouth LF J.J. Hardy SS Chris Davis RF Adam Jones CF Matt Wieters C Jim Thome DH Mark Reynolds Dh Ryan Flaherty 2B Manny Machado 3B Pitching: RHP Miguel Gonzalez

ALDS Game 2 Lineups

Published on 2012-10-08 16:18:00

YANKEES (1-0) Derek Jeter, SS Ichiro Suzuki, LF Alex Rodriguez, 3B Robinson Cano, 2B Nick Swisher, RF Mark Teixeira, 1B Russell Martin, C Curtis Granderson, CF Eduardo Nunez, DH LHP Andy Pettitte ORIOLES (0-1) Nate McLouth, LF JJ Hardy, SS Chris Davis, RF Adam Jones, CF Matt Wieters, C Mark Reynolds, 1B Jim Thome, DH Manny Machado, 3B Robert Andino, 2B LHP Wei-Yin Chen

8:40 First Pitch

Published on 2012-10-07 19:05:00

ALDS Game 1 Lineups

Published on 2012-10-07 15:19:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Ichiro Suzuki LF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C Raul Ibanez DH LHP CC Sabathia ORIOLES Nate McLouth LF J.J. Hardy SS Adam Jones CF Matt Wieters C Mark Reynolds 1B Chris Davis DH Lew Ford RF Manny Machado 3B Robert Andino 2B RHP Jason Hammel

Yankees ALDS Roster Announced

Published on 2012-10-07 13:09:00

Here's the 25-man roster that will be taking on the Orioles: Pitchers: CC Sabathia Andy Pettitte Hiroki Kuroda Phil Hughes David Phelps Clay Rapada Derek Lowe Boone Logan Joba Chamberlain David Robertson Rafael Soriano Position Players: Russell Martin C Chris Stewart C Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Eric Chavez 3B Alex Rodriguez 3B Derek Jeter SS Jayson Nix INF Eduardo Nunez INF Brett Gardner OF Curtis Granderson OF Raul Ibanez OF Ichiro Suzuki OF Nick Swisher OF

2012 ALDS: Roster & Rotation Info

Published on 2012-10-06 19:27:00

As of now mananger Joe Girardi has not yet announced the full ALDS roster, but he has revealed that Andy Pettitte will start game 2. So the Yankees are going with CC, Pettitte, and Kuroda for the first three. Game 4 is apparently still up in the air. There was also some rotation info from the other side of the diamond as the Orioles announced that Jason Hammel to start game 1 of the ALDS. Hammel went 8-6 with a 3.43 ERA for the O's this season, but has made just two starts since July. Also, A [..]

Beyond the Box Score: A Brief Q & A with Yankee Prospect Kelvin De Leon.

Published on 2012-10-05 21:07:00

I had the pleasure of getting to speak briefly with Tampa Yankees’ right fielder, Kelvin De Leon. He was signed by the Yankees as an International Free Agent on the July 2nd signing date in 2007. After a very impressive 2008 campaign in the Dominican Summer League, he made his jump to the United States in 2009 as a member of the Gulf Coast League Yankees. Always heralded for his big time power potential, De Leon has had a steady path towards reaching his dreams of one day donning the pinstripe [..]

Yankees Leaning Towards Pettitte in Game 2, Kuroda in Game 3

Published on 2012-10-04 17:20:00

From Mark Hale:The Yankees certainly can start Kuroda, who has been their No. 2 starter this season. But now they also have the option of starting Pettitte in Game 2 on seven days’ rest and moving Kuroda to Game 3 on Wednesday. That would allow Kuroda (16-11, 3.32 ERA) to pitch on two extra days’ rest, which seemingly would be beneficial to the right-hander. Girardi said a Game 3 start for Kuroda is a strong possibility. “That’s something that we’re going to have to talk about. Absol [..]

Banuelos To Have Tommy John Surgery

Published on 2012-10-02 10:36:00

Hal Speaks, Says All Jobs Are Safe

Published on 2012-10-01 16:02:00

From Wallace Matthews:Even with the New York Yankees having relinquished a 10-game lead in the AL East, Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner said neither manager Joe Girardi's job, nor anyone else's, is in danger. "Jobs are not riding on this," Steinbrenner said, speaking to a small group of reporters in the corridors of Yankee Stadium. Steinbrenner said the team examines everything in the offseason, but he seemed to be satisfied with Girardi and all of the Yankees' personnel. .... Steinbrenner re [..]

Nova Out, Phelps In For Tuesday's Game vs Boston

Published on 2012-10-01 15:49:00

Smart move.

Cheap Tickets Available For Yankees-Red Sox

Published on 2012-10-01 12:54:00

So, we got three games left and we're all tied with those pesky Orioles for first place and the Red Sox (of all teams) are coming to town. You would think that tickets for this series would be pretty expensive, but then you'd be wrong. In fact, tickets for this series are selling for 16% less than the Yankees-Red Sox series in August, and 41% less expensive than their series in July. I'm not sure why fans are so uninterested in seeing this huge series live, but hey, it's better for those of yo [..]

Teixeira Expected Back Tonight

Published on 2012-10-01 11:58:00

From Chad Jennings: The Yankees expect Mark Teixeira to be in the lineup and playing first base tomorrow. After playing in an instructional league game yesterday, Teixeira will go through a normal workout today and rejoin the Yankees when they get home for this final three-game series against the Red Sox. It will be Teixeira’s first game since aggravating his strained calf injury on September 8, and only his second game since originally hurting himself on August 27. His injury through the mon [..]

What Do the Yankees See In Andruw Jones?

Published on 2012-09-29 19:05:00

Teixeira Played in Simulated Game on Thursday

Published on 2012-09-28 10:38:00

From George King:Because running is considered the biggest test for a lcalf problem, the news was positive Thursday out of Tampa where Mark Teixeira participated in a simulated game. “He looked good, he ran about 75 to 80 percent,” said minor league head Mark Newman, who watched the workout. “He swung the bat well, hit some line drives.’’ According to manager Joe Girardi, Teixeira played an inning at first base but running will dictate when he returns. “To me, the biggest test is [..]

Nova May Have Pitched Himself Off The Postseason Roster

Published on 2012-09-28 10:26:00

From Wallace Matthews:Last October, when the New York Yankees needed one more win to extend their season another round, they asked Ivan Nova to get it. This October, they may not even invite him along for the ride. Thursday night, facing yet another golden opportunity to create some separation between themselves and the Baltimore Orioles, the Yankees turned to Nova. And as he had in the fifth game of the 2011 American League Division Series against the Detroit Tigers, Nova turned to stone. H [..]

Yankees Activate Brett Gardner

Published on 2012-09-26 17:44:00

From Mark Feinsand:Gardner was activated from the 60-day disabled list before Tuesday's game, giving the Yankees an experienced pinch-runner to use late in games during the final nine games - and potentially the postseason. "I'm excited; it's something I've been ready for for a little while," Gardner said. "I kind of understand what my role is; I might not play for three, four, five days. As the game goes along, I'll try to get a feel for what kind of situation might pop up and I'll be ready to [..]

Aardsma To Be Activated Today

Published on 2012-09-25 11:14:00

Erik Boland reported last night that David Aardsma will be activated for tonight's game in Minnesota. "When I first got hurt in 2010, it was devastating," Aardsma said. "I didn't know how to take it. It was the first time I'd really been hurt. Trying to come back, I was having little setbacks, other injuries happen. "It's an amazing feeling to be back in here and knowing that very soon I'll be back on a mound again."Aardsma, who hasn't pitched in the big leagues since September 19, 2010 than [..]

Girardi Says Gardner Will Be Activated.... Eventually

Published on 2012-09-22 10:32:00

From George King:The Yankees still haven’t activated Brett Gardner, who had right elbow surgery but is a candidate to work as a pinch runner and possibly a defensive replacement. The Yankees need to clear a 40-man roster spot for the outfielder. “It’s going to happen. I just can’t tell you exactly what day,” Girardi said. “We’re just not quite ready to make the move yet.”

Garnder Could Be Part Of Playoff Roster

Published on 2012-09-18 19:15:00

From Bryan Hoch:The Yankees are considering activating Brett Gardner as a pinch-runner and defensive replacement, a transaction that could occur as soon as Wednesday. ... "He can play defense if we needed him to play some defense," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. "He's not going to be able to hit, but you have enough guys on your bench that if his spot came up in a crazy game, you could do something." The Yankees would need to execute a 40-man roster move to activate Gardner, who played jus [..]

Day-Night Doubleheader Tomorrow

Published on 2012-09-18 19:11:00

As I'm sure you know by now, tonight's Yankees-Jays game has been rained out and the two teams will play a day-night doubleheader on Wednesday. Andy Pettitte will start game one, which will start at 1:05 p.m., and David Phelps will get the ball for the nightcap.

Heyman: Soriano Likely To Opt-Out After Season

Published on 2012-09-18 19:09:00

From Jon Heyman: There is a good chance Rafael Soriano will invoke his opt-out clause following a season in which he has been a savior for the Yankees, people familiar with the situation say. Soriano has a clause that allows him to walk away from the Yankees after this season rather than stay and make $14 million for 2013, and opting out would enable him to try to obtain a multi-year deal to close elsewhere or possibly lengthen his Yankees commitment. If he opts out, he receives a $1.5 million [..]

Pettitte May Return For 2013

Published on 2012-09-17 09:21:00

From Brian Heyman:The 40-year-old lefty was effective before getting hurt, going 3-3 with a 3.22 ERA. But he isn’t sure yet about coming back for another season. That said, the injury has at least ensured the possibility of a return by the postseason’s all-time winningest pitcher. “I hate it,” Pettitte said. “I wish I knew what I was going to do next year. But I’ll get to the offseason and think about it and try to figure out if this is something I want to do again or not. “I ca [..]

Pettitte Will Start Tuesday vs Toronto

Published on 2012-09-13 19:03:00

From Wallace Matthews.Joe Girardi just announced Andy Pettitte would return to the Yankees' rotation for the first time in more than two months on Tuesday against the Blue Jays.Matthews also reports that David Phelps will move to the bullpen. “I’m looking forward to being back and trying to help this club do what we want to do, and that’s get to the postseason,” Pettitte said. We're looking forward to it, too.

Jeter: "I'm Playing"

Published on 2012-09-13 10:38:00

From Dan Martin: Derek Jeter called the bone bruise in his left ankle a “non-issue” last week at Tampa Bay. That’s more difficult to believe now since he was forced to leave last night’s 5-4 win over the Red Sox after aggravating the injury in the eighth inning. Still, the shortstop said he would be back in the lineup tonight at Fenway Park. “I don’t talk about injuries,” Jeter said. “I’m playing, so it’s not an issue." ... “It’s really not that bad,” Jeter said. � [..]

Jeter Leaves Games With An Ankle Injury

Published on 2012-09-12 22:05:00

From ESPN NY:Of all the unthinkable events that could befall the Yankees in this final stretch run, an injury to Derek Jeter is probably the most unthinkable of all. And yet, it happened in the eighth inning of tonight's game against the Red Sox when Jeter came up lame after grounding into an inning-ending double play. Jeter had rolled the ankle last week in Tampa but continued to play on it, but after hobbling into the outfield -- he appeared to injure himself on the step after he crossed t [..]

They're Even A Disaster Off The Field

Published on 2012-09-12 12:05:00

From the NY Post:Even the Yankees’ team bus had a bad night. After last night’s 4-3 loss to the Red Sox, the Yankees were pulling out of a Fenway Park parking lot when their driver crashed the bus into a gate protecting the entrance, breaking a window. According to bystanders, glass was shattered into the bus, but nobody was injured.Seriously, can things get any worse for this team?

CC Feels Like He's Letting Everyone Down, And He Is

Published on 2012-09-12 11:59:00

From Chad Jennings:“Just all location,” Sabathia said. “I’ve pitched with velo down before. It’s just a matter of me not making pitches. … I feel like I’m letting everybody down, not going out and making pitches I need to make and getting outs and pitching with a lead. We had a 2-0 lead (on Saturday) and I come right back and give it up. That’s not me. Hopefully I can correct this thing and go out and pitch well next time.”Letting everyone down is even an understatement with th [..]

Tex Out 10-14 With Calf Injury, Yanks Call Up Melky Mesa

Published on 2012-09-10 17:28:00

Teixeira Headed for MRI on Monday

Published on 2012-09-09 11:51:00

From Bryan Hoch:Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira is scheduled to have a MRI on his ailing left calf Monday in New York and probably won’t be available to play in this week’s series against the Red Sox, manager Joe Girardi said. Teixeira reaggravated his calf strain on the ninth-inning dive into first base on Saturday against the Orioles. The Yankees are hopeful that Teixeira isn’t back to the original level of injury and that a few days of rest might get him back into the lineup, but t [..]

Harper: CC Comes Up Small, Again

Published on 2012-09-09 09:00:00

From John Harper:The Yankees have had worse nights during this stretch in which their 10-game lead, not to mention their aura of superiority, has disappeared. But this was surely the most ominous night of them all. And not because they got jobbed by first base umpire Jerry Meals. Yes, replays showed that Mark Teixeira was easily safe diving into first base to beat a double-play throw on the final play of the game, and, yes, the game should have been tied. ... Yet down deep the Yankees have t [..]

Injury Updates: Tex, Pettitte, Nova

Published on 2012-09-09 03:36:00

- To make that blown call on the final play of last night's game worse, Mark Teixeira re-injured his left calf and will likely miss Sunday's series finale against the O's. - In better news, Andy Pettitte threw a simulated game on Saturday and apparently everything went smoothly. Here's a little more on Pettitte from Dan Martin: “I felt good, it was a good day,” Pettitte said after the session. “It was another step in the right direction. I am trying to push it as far as I can with feelin [..]

Screw You, Jerry Meals

Published on 2012-09-09 03:24:00

Your browser does not support iframes. OK, we've all seen the play, and if not, you can above. To make matters worse, here's what crew chief Mike Winters said after the game:“We looked at a replay. The replay we had, honestly, was not a very good angle and inconclusive. That was just a very, very close play. Until I see a definite replay, I really can’t give you any more than that.” “We saw a replay and from where I’m sitting, it’s inconclusive. It’s very close. That’s a very [..]

Beyond the Box Score: An In-Depth Interview with Ceri Gamel, mother of Yankee prospect Ben Gamel & Milwaukee Brewer, Mat Gamel.

Published on 2012-09-07 18:03:00

Trevor Wolff: With Mat already being a professional ballplayer by 2005, at what point did you realize that Ben had the same potential?

Cashman on Yanks Recent Struggles

Published on 2012-09-06 08:49:00

From Chad Jennings:Before last night’s win put the Yankees back into sole possession of first place in the American League East, general manager Brian Cashman provided a pretty blunt assessment of what the Yankees had been doing for the past seven weeks and what they planned on doing for the next month. “We’re just not playing up to the best of our abilities, that’s all,” he said. “It’s a collection of stuff like that. You can talk about it all you want, but it’s not about where [..]

Hal Frustrated As Yankees Fall Into 1st Place Tie

Published on 2012-09-05 03:28:00

From Ken Davidoff: When Hal Steinbrenner attends a Yankees game, his presence doesn’t set flares around a 10-mile radius, as was the case with his late father. He flashed a smile Tuesday night at Tropicana Field, even as his ballclub continued the sort of meltdown we haven’t seen in this franchise’s rich history. But don’t confuse Hal Steinbrenner’s relatively easygoing nature with a lack of competitive spirit, or with a lack of a desire to see a strong return on his family’s massiv [..]

Tuesday's Lineup: Granderson is Back

Published on 2012-09-04 16:06:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher 1B Robinson Cano DH Alex Rodriguez 3B Raul Ibanez LF Jayson Nix 2B Chris Dickerson RF Chris Stewart C RHP Freddy Garcia

Curry: Cano Needs To Show More Effort

Published on 2012-09-04 13:13:00

From Jack Curry:Cano is an excellent player, the best player on the Yankees. He has the sweetest swing on the team, a swing that he perfects in early afternoon sessions with hitting coach Kevin Long. He has the most dependable glove on the team, too, a second baseman who plays with panache and who has a powerful arm that makes other infielders envious. But Cano, for all of his talents, was the central figure in two plays that hurt the Yankees in Monday’s 4-3 loss to the Rays. After Cano lashe [..]

Updates on Tex & Granderson

Published on 2012-09-03 23:29:00

From Pete Caldera:Mark Teixeira (sore left calf) was due to take BP on the field for the first time in a week and said he’s targeting Thursday’s series opener at Baltimore for his return. Curtis Granderson (tight right hamstring) could be in the lineup tomorrow night, according to manager Joe Girardi.With the lead down to one, it's pretty obvious that all these injuries finally caught up with the team. Getting these guys back should help, but with the way they've been playing (with or witho [..]

Cano Questionable For Tomorrow's Game With Hip Injury

Published on 2012-09-03 23:23:00

From Mark Feinsand:Robinson Cano felt his left hip grab at him during the decisive play in Monday’s game, leaving the second baseman questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Rays. Cano said his hip “felt a little tight” as he tried to make a play on Chris Gimenez’s grounder through the hole, impeding his ability to bend over for the ball. He was seen wearing a big ice pack on his hip after the game, as he spent an extended amount of time in the trainer’s room. “Right when I tr [..]

A-Rod Could Make His Return In Tampa

Published on 2012-09-02 03:19:00

From George King: If Alex Rodriguez makes it through today’s game for the Single-A Tampa Yankees without a setback, look for the third baseman to come off the disabled list tomorrow and play against the Rays. “It’s definitely a possibility he could join us in St. Petersburg,’’ Joe Girardi said after the Yankees’ 4-3 victory over the Orioles yesterday at the Stadium. Rodriguez, who played third base last night, went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts. He is 0-for-7 with four strikeouts in [..]

Granderson's MRI Shows No Strain, Sprain or Pulled Muscle

Published on 2012-09-02 03:15:00

From George King: Used to hearing bad news when a player heads for an MRI exam, the Yankees received a positive report Saturday about Curtis Granderson’s right hamstring. Granderson left Saturday’s 4-3 victory over the Orioles after two innings for what was called a tight right hamstring. The test revealed no strain, sprain or pulled muscle. “They said it was tendinitis where the bone and joint come together,’’ said Granderson, who felt the leg on the run from the dugout to center fi [..]

Yankees Call Up Six

Published on 2012-09-01 15:05:00

With the rosters expanding today, the Yankees have called up six minor leaguers. Francisco Cervelli, Eduardo Nunez, Chris Dickerson, Adam Warren, Cory Wade, and Justin Thomas are all with the team today. To make room for Dickerson on the 40-man, Ramiro Pena was designated for assignment. I assume there will be more moves as the minor league season comes to a close.

Granderson Left Today's Game With a Tight Hamstring

Published on 2012-09-01 15:01:00

Curtis Granderson was forced to leave Saturday’s game against the Orioles due to tightness in his right hamstring. The injury seemed to occur when Grandy struck up in the 2nd on a checked swing. He's now headed to the hospital for a precautionary MRI. Let's hope it's nothing serious and he doesn't miss any games. The Yankees haven't been playing too well (as you know) and they really can't afford another injury, even with the expanded rosters.

Pitching Matchups for Yankees - Orioles

Published on 2012-08-31 08:52:00

Well folks, here is the biggest series of the season so far and amazingly it's against the Orioles. It also begins a stretch of 16 games against the O's, Rays and Red Sox so it goes without saying that these next few weeks are huge. Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP Hiroki Kuroda (12-9, 2.98) vs RHP Miguel Gonzalez (5-3, 3.66) Game 2: Saturday @ 1:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Freddy Garcia (7-5, 4.90) vs LHP Wei-Yin Chen (12-7, 3.87) Game 3: Sunday @ 1:05 PM | T [..]

Alex Rodriguez Will Begin Minor League Rehab Tomorrow

Published on 2012-08-30 12:01:00

Updates on A-Rod, Tex & Pettitte

Published on 2012-08-30 01:30:00

I know most of this news is a day old, but I've had a very busy week, so sorry for the delay. - Mark Teixeira will likely be out 1-2 weeks with his calf injury reports Mark Feinsand. On to better news, Andy Pettitte threw off flat ground for the first time since his ankle injury:Andy Pettitte could be throwing off a mound before the end of the week. The lefthander took a significant step in his return from a fractured left ankle when he threw off flat ground Tuesday before the Yankees beat th [..]

State of the System (Tyler Austin, Tampa Pen, David Adams)

Published on 2012-08-29 12:04:00

*Coming into the 2012 season, Tyler Austin was only a name that the most diehard of Yankee prospect followers knew. As a Charleston RiverDog, he went on to decimate South Atlantic League pitching to the tune of a 1.002 OPS for 70 games before getting the call to the Tampa Yankees of the Florida State League. One might think that there would be an adjustment period until Austin got acclimated to the new level. Not so much. If there was any struggle, it was miniscule because as of this day, he ha [..]

Teixeira Leaves Game With Calf Injury

Published on 2012-08-27 20:16:00

Mark Teixeira had to leave tonight’s game in the top of the fifth inning with a left calf strain. He’s headed for an MRI to check the extent of the injury. If there are any updates I will let you know. Hopefully it's nothing too serious. Haven't we dealt with enough of this crap already?

This Week in Yankees Ticket Prices & Pitching Matchups for Yanks-Jays

Published on 2012-08-27 12:30:00

First here are the average and low ticket prices for this week's games in the Bronx via our friends at TiqIQ. As you can see, tickets for this week's games, and pretty important games at that, are going for well below the Yankees home average. There should be plenty of available seats for under face value as well. For all available tickets for not only these games, but for all remaining Yankees games, click here. Also, if you're planning on heading to the Bronx this week you can save even m [..]

It appears that this Red Sox-Dodgers Mega Deal will happen

Published on 2012-08-24 22:58:00

There's a lot in the deal, so here's ESPN for the details if you have not heard them already. Jon Heyman is reporting that the deal has been agreed upon by the teams and is awaiting approval from the league. Crazy deal, but one that will help both clubs. The Red Sox get a bailout on all their bad contracts giving them a ton of flexibility moving forward, plus whatever they take back in the deal. On the other hand, the Dodgers probably put themselves at the top of the WS Contenders list. Good [..]

Ventura Says Jeter is the Best Yankee Ever

Published on 2012-08-24 08:58:00

From George King:Standing behind the batting cage in Chicago early Wednesday night, Robin Ventura measured his words before speaking. The first-year White Sox manager is aware of the Yankees’ rich history, having played for the team during his 16 seasons in the big leagues. So when asked about shortstop Derek Jeter’s recent torrid streak vaulting him into the AL Most Valuable Player discussion, Ventura went a lot further than a single-season award. “I think he is the greatest Yankee of [..]

Dellin Betances to the DL with Right Shoulder Soreness

Published on 2012-08-23 17:38:00

I assume he's done for year. There's only a couple weeks left in the minor league season and the Yankees have no reason to risk any further damage. Betances ends the season with an ugly 6.44 ERA in 27 games (26 starts) in Double and Triple-A.

Nova To The DL With Shoulder Inflammation

Published on 2012-08-23 17:01:00

From Marc Carig:The Yankees placed starting pitcher Ivan Nova on the disabled list today, the team announced, when an MRI exam discovered inflammation in his right rotator cuff. Nova will not play catch for at least five days. After visiting with team physician Christopher Ahmad in New York, Nova will be prescribed medicine and rest. Placing Nova on the DL also clears a roster spot for ace lefty CC Sabathia, who is expected to be activated for Friday's series opener against the Indians.This al [..]

A-Rod Once Again Voted Most Hated Player By His Peers

Published on 2012-08-23 15:08:00

From Wallace Matthews: Hot on the heels of being voted baseball's MOP -- Most Overrated Player -- in a Sports Illustrated poll back in May, and another by Men's Journal that named him baseball's MHP -- Most Hated Player -- in June comes word that A-Rod has topped another anonymous SI poll: according to the magazine, he is also "baseball's biggest phony", whatever that means. A-Rod "won'' the poll with a whopping 26 percent of the vote. .... The runner-up in the voting is none other than the Yan [..]

Jeter Responds To Skip Bayless and His Stupid Comments

Published on 2012-08-23 13:49:00

In case you did not know, here's what Skip said yesterday on First Take: In this second video you can hear Jeter's response and Skip & Stephen A's reaction to said response: It would seem that Skip's real issue--besides being an idiot--is with MLB and their lack of HGH testing, which I think we all can agree with, however, making Jeter your target is just ridiculous. If anyone deserves the benefit of the doubt, it's Jeter.

Game 124: Yankees @ White Sox

Published on 2012-08-22 19:07:00

Regular Season Game 124 YANKEES @ WHITE SOX First Pitch: 8:10 PM | TV: YES| Radio: WCBS YANKEES (72-51) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Andruw Jones DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C Casey McGehee 3B Ichiro Suzuki LF Phil Hughes RHP WHITE SOX (67-55) Dewayne Wise CF Kevin Youkilis 3B Adam Dunn DH Paul Konerko 1B Alex Rios RF A.J. Pierzynski C Dayan Viciedo LF Alexei Ramirez SS Gordon Beckham 2B Chris Sale LHP

Nova May Miss Next Start

Published on 2012-08-22 16:58:00

From Mark Feinsand:Ivan Nova will likely miss his next start after feeling tightness near his right shoulder in the sixth inning of Tuesday night's loss to the White Sox. Nova is being sent back to New York Wednesday to be examined by Yankees team physician Dr. Chris Ahmad.Feinsand also mentioned that Joe Girardi did not rule out a trip to the DL for Nova. If that happens, David Phelps would remain in the rotation. Maybe this is why he's been so terrible lately.

Bartolo Colon Suspended For PEDs

Published on 2012-08-22 13:47:00

Here's the latest from the athletes are morons department via the AP:Former Cy Young Award winner Bartolo Colon of the Oakland Athletics was suspended for 50 games Wednesday after testing positive for testosterone. ... "I apologize to the fans, to my teammates and to the Oakland A's," Colon said in a statement released by the players' association. "I accept responsibility for my actions and I will serve my suspension as required by the joint drug program." He will miss the final 40 games of t [..]

Heyman: Swisher Wants Werth Money

Published on 2012-08-22 11:25:00

From Jon Heyman:Word going around is, Nick Swisher, the Yankees' eternally upbeat rightfield power supply, may seek a "Jayson Werth contract" when he hits free agency at the end of the year. To baseball fans, that is well-known to mean $126 million over seven years. In other words, it's a lot more money than most folks have guessed so far for Swish. Second-hand or not, some Yankees people have heard that's the figure Swisher is thinking about and may at least shoot for, and one other source wh [..]

Tuesday's Lineups: Ichiro Sits vs the Lefty

Published on 2012-08-21 18:47:00

Regular Season Game 123 YANKEES @ WHITE SOX First Pitch: 8:10 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN| Radio: WCBS YANKEES (72-50) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Andruw Jones LF Curtis Granderson CF Jayson Nix 3B Casey McGehee DH Russell Martin C Ivan Nova RHP WHITE SOX (66-55) Dewayne Wise CF Kevin Youkilis 3B Adam Dunn DH Paul Konerko 1B Alex Rios RF A.J. Pierzynski C Dayan Viciedo LF Alexei Ramirez SS Gordon Beckham 2B Francisco Liriano LHP

Matthews: Yankees Need To Send Joba Back To The Minors

Published on 2012-08-21 08:37:00

From Wallace Matthews:As votes of confidences go, this was a particularly weak one. "I don't anticipate us making any changes tonight," said manager Joe Girardi, under questioning that, when boiled down to its essence, amounted pretty much to this: What are you going to do with Joba Chamberlain? OK, so maybe not Monday night, not in the immediate aftershock of the New York Yankees' 9-6 loss to the Chicago White Sox in the first game of a three-game series. But maybe it will be Tuesday. Or Wed [..]

Michael Pineda's First Season in Pinstripes Gets Worse

Published on 2012-08-20 15:37:00

From SI.com:New York Yankees pitcher Michael Pineda was arrested early Monday morning for driving under the influence, reports the New York Post‘s Dan Mangan. Pineda, who is out for the season after having shoulder surgery in April, ”had a fixed gaze and his eyes were bloodshot, watery and glassy” when he was stopped in Tampa, Fla., according to the arresting officer’s report. His blood-alcohol level was .128 and .125 in two tests, Mangan reports. He also reports Pineda was charged with [..]

Feliciano Likely in Yankees September Plans

Published on 2012-08-20 13:41:00

From Bryan Hoch:Pedro Feliciano hasn't thrown a pitch for the Yankees since signing a two-year, $8 million contract, but there is hope that may be about to change. Feliciano pitched a scoreless inning on Saturday for the Gulf Coast Yankees, the lefty reliever's third outing for the club, and manager Joe Girardi is hopeful that Feliciano will be able to see time at the big league level in September. "I think that's why he's going through what he's going through," Girardi said. "If we didn't thi [..]

Updates on A-Rod, Pettitte & Tex

Published on 2012-08-20 13:02:00

From Bryan Hoch:The Yankees received encouraging news on Sunday regarding Alex Rodriguez and Andy Pettitte, who are both progressing toward September returns from the disabled list. A-Rod and Pettitte had X-rays performed on their fractured left hand and fractured left fibula, respectively, and team doctors told the players that their injuries are healing as expected. "Everything is as scheduled," said Rodriguez, who was hit by a Felix Hernandez pitch on July 24 in Seattle. "We talked about fo [..]

I'll Say It...I'm sick of Teixeira

Published on 2012-08-18 09:20:00

I remember a time when I was younger and I would have such blind faith in every athlete that donned the Yankee uniform. When a player struggled mightily, I cheered that much harder for him to do well. I’m 27 now (I know, still young) but Mark Teixeira is very slowly turning himself into a very unlikeable ballplayer. For their money, the New York Yankees have gotten one elite year out of “Tex.” The version that we have seen from 2010 until now, is not the version that the Yankees signed u [..]

Sabathia Says He'll Pitch on Friday

Published on 2012-08-18 09:19:00

From George King:CC Sabathia will throw his first bullpen session since going on the disabled list today and said he believes he will return Friday in Cleveland. While manager Joe Girardi would certainly welcome the Yankees’ staff ace back to the rotation the first day Sabathia is eligible, he is waiting to see how the big left-hander does during workouts . “I will do a bullpen [session today], be off [tomorrow], play catch Monday, another bullpen Tuesday and pitch Friday,’’ Sabathia s [..]

Pitching Matchup for Yankees - Red Sox

Published on 2012-08-17 14:15:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP Phil Hughes (11-10, 4.44) vs. LHP Franklin Morales (3-3, 3.29) Game 2: Saturday @ 4:05 PM | TV: FOX | Radio: WCBS RHP David Phelps (3-3, 2.53) vs. LHP Jon Lester (6-10, 5.20) Game 3: Sunday @ 8:05 PM | TV: ESPN | Radio: WCBS RHP Hiroki Kuroda (11-8, 3.06) vs. RHP Josh Beckett (5-10, 5.19)

MLB To Test Replay System at Yankee Stadium & Citi Field

Published on 2012-08-17 13:36:00

From Jeff Passan:Major League Baseball owners have agreed to test two different advanced replay systems live during games starting next week, and if they prove accurate they could precede an overhaul of the system for the 2013 season, sources told Yahoo! Sports. MLB will analyze a radar-based system and a camera-based system, both similar to the one used in tennis for down-the-line fair-or-foul calls. Yankee Stadium and Citi Field will be the guinea-pig parks for the systems, which have been in [..]

Teixeira May Sit For Boston Opener

Published on 2012-08-17 09:18:00

From the NY Post: General manager Brian Cashman, who admitted the wrist is bothering Teixeira, indicated the first baseman may not play Friday night when the Yankees open a three-game series with the Red Sox. “He might get a rest, but no tests are scheduled,” the GM said. “It’s definitely not as bad as before, but it’s still bothering him. ... He’s icing it for maintenance purposes.”No need to play with any kind of injury at this point, especially not against a 4th place team.

Melky Cabrera Tests Positive For PEDs, Suspended 50 Games

Published on 2012-08-15 14:02:00

Here's a quote from the Melky:"My positive test was the result of my use of a substance I should not have used ... I am deeply sorry for my mistake."Thanks for stating the obvious, you cheater. Anyone who watched him as a Yankee should have known something was a little fishy by his numbers this year.

Yankees Sign Two 16-Year-Old Nicaraguans

Published on 2012-08-15 12:25:00

From Baseball America:The Yankees have signed two Nicaraguan lefthanders, including Corby McCoy, one of the top pitchers from the country for this year's July 2 class. McCoy, a 16-year-old who signed for $150,000, is 6-foot-3, 170 pounds with an athletic, projectable body. His velocity has been inconsistent, ranging from 85-88 mph for some teams, but more recently he has touched as high as 91. McCoy also throws a breaking ball that's in its nascent stages. The Yankees also signed 16-year-old L [..]

Game 116: Yankees vs Rangers

Published on 2012-08-14 17:00:00

Regular Season Game 116 YANKEES vs RANGERS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (68-47) Derek Jeter DH Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Curtis Granderson CF Casey McGehee 3B Russell Martin C Jasyon Nix SS RHP Hiroki Kuroda (10-8, 3.24 ERA) RANGERS (67-47) Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Josh Hamilton CF Adrian Beltre 3B Nelson Cruz RF Michael Young 1B David Murphy LF Luis Martinez C Mitch Moreland DH LHP [..]

X-ray Reveal Pettitte's Healing Well

Published on 2012-08-14 16:33:00

Barring any further setbacks, it seems like a mid-September return is likely for the veteran southpaw. Great news for the Yankees and their chances for #28.

Mo Feeling Fine After Long-Toss Session

Published on 2012-08-14 10:30:00

From Dan Martin: Mariano Rivera chose not to talk with reporters after his long-toss session before last night’s 8-2 victory over the Rangers, but his appearance on the field at Yankee Stadium said a lot about how far he already has come in his rehab from surgery to repair his torn right ACL. Nevertheless, the Yankees’ stance on the closer’s future for 2012 remains unchanged: “I don’t see it happening, but I don’t ever say never,” manager Joe Girardi said. Maybe not, but general m [..]

Lowe Talks About His First Night in Pinstripes

Published on 2012-08-14 09:40:00

From Chad Jennings: I think it’s pretty cool, because I hear a lot of people saying, ‘Derek, I love you.’ I don’t know if that’s for me, or for Jeter. I think it may be for me, so I think that’s kinda cool.” ... “The thing about a sinker is: When I can’t see the sink, it’s good,” Lowe said. “When I can see it, it stinks. Probably, people on TV, the ones that go ‘wheee,’ and that look great, they stay in the same plane. They may look great on TV, but when I throw a b [..]

Homestand Ticket Prices & Pitching Matchups For Yankees-Rangers

Published on 2012-08-13 13:37:00

For tickets to any of these games, click here. And for even more savings, check out the deals on ScoreBIG. As of now you can save at least 50% off their list price for games 2-4 of the Rangers series, and at least 25% off their list price for all three Red Sox games. Not too shabby. These deals are located in all available star-levels. All you need to do is click here, sign up for a free account if you have not done so already, find the section they'd like to sit in and make an offer based on [..]

Derek Lowe Should Be Available Out Of The Pen Tonight

Published on 2012-08-13 13:13:00

From Dan Martin: The Yankees made Derek Lowe’s signing official Monday and the veteran right-hander is expected to be added to the bullpen for the series opener against the Rangers in The Bronx. ... Ryota Igarashi was optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre to make room for Lowe on the roster.Lowe, who went 8-10 with a 5.52 ERA in 21 starts with the Indians, will be used as a long reliever while David Phelps replaces CC in the rotation.

CC to the DL..... Yanks Sign Derek Lowe

Published on 2012-08-11 17:30:00

So apparently a lot happened while I was eating an early dinner.... First, the Yankees announced that CC Sabathia is going on the 15-day DL with left elbow soreness. “As for our concern, it’s pretty low-level,” Joe Girardi said. Sabathia had his left arm iced before today’s game, which is not overly unusual for a pitcher. Girardi said pregame that it was a non-issue — “preventative stuff,” he said — and Girardi defended that comment postgame, saying the Yankees really were tryi [..]

Game 113: Yankees @ Blue Jays

Published on 2012-08-11 11:48:00

Regular Season Game 113 YANKEES @ BLUE JAYS First Pitch: 1:07 PM | TV: YES/MLB | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (66-46) Derek Jeter DH Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Curtis Granderson CF Jayson Nix SS Casey McGehee 3B Chris Stewart C RHP Ivan Nova (10-6, 4.81 ERA) BLUE JAYS (53-59) Rajai Davis LF Anthony Gose CF Edwin Encarnacion DH Yunel Escobar SS David Cooper 1B Moises Sierra RF Kelly Johnson 2B Yan Gomes C Adeiny Hechavarria 3B LHP Aaron [..]

CC Sabathia Has Minor Elbow Soreness, Could Miss a Start

Published on 2012-08-11 11:38:00

Pitching Matchups vs the Jays & Tonight's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2012-08-10 14:54:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:07pm | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Freddy Garcia (5-5, 5.00) vs. LHP Rickey Romero (8-8, 5.47) Game 2: Saturday @ 1:07pm | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (10-6, 4.81) vs. LHP Aaron Laffey (3-2, 4.39) Game 3: Sunday @ 1:07pm | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Phil Hughes (11-9, 4.10) vs. LHP J.A. Happ (0-1, 6.35 with TOR) And here's tonight's lineup... It's kind of an odd one. Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira DH Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jayson Nix 3B Ru [..]

MLB Releases Postseason Schedule

Published on 2012-08-10 14:47:00

Here's the info via this press release from MLB:Major League Baseball today announced the schedule for the 2012 Postseason, which is set to open with the inaugural pair of Wild Card Games on Friday, October 5th. Game One of the 108th World Series is scheduled for Wednesday, October 24th in the ballpark of the National League champions. Changes to the Postseason format include the following: • Clubs from the same division will be allowed to play one another in either the Wild Card Game or the [..]

Yankees Still Unsure of Pettitte's Return Date

Published on 2012-08-10 02:03:00

From George King: With Ivan Nova getting spanked the past two outings and Freddy Garcia failing to provide consistent length, the Yankees’ rotation requires a boost. That is expected to be supplied by Andy Pettitte, but general manager Brian Cashman can’t predict an exact date when the 40-year-old lefty will come off the disabled list. ... “We have to let the healing process take its course,’’ said Cashman, who expects to see Pettitte pitching next month in the big leagues. “He [..]

Wednesday's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2012-08-08 17:34:00

Looks like Girardi got the memo and made the changes that obviously needed to be made.... In other words, Granderson is not leading off. Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Eric Chavez DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C Ichiro Suzuki LF Casey McGehee 3B LHP CC Sabathia

Pedro Feliciano To Start Minor League Rehab Assignment

Published on 2012-08-08 16:39:00

From Erik Boland: Experience has taught Brian Cashman to be cautious with these things, but the news continues to be positive regarding Pedro Feliciano , apparently ready to take another significant step in his rehab that could lead to a September call-up. The lefthander, signed to a two-year $8-million contract (with a club option for 2013) before the 2011 season, has been throwing batting practice sessions for the last two weeks in Tampa and will be set for his first rehab outing "very soon," [..]

Monday's Yankees Lineup: Ichiro at DH

Published on 2012-08-06 17:09:00

Curtis Granderson CF Derek Jeter SS Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Ichiro Suzuki DH Russell Martin C RHP Ivan Nova

Yankees Shut Down Manuel Banuelos For Rest of Season

Published on 2012-08-06 14:00:00

From Andrew Marchand:The New York Yankees' top pitching prospect, Manny Banuelos, will not pitch again this year after throwing in six games all season, the team's vice president of baseball operations Mark Newman told ESPN New York on Monday. "He's not going to be back this season," Newman said. The left-handed Banuelos, rated the Yankees' No. 1 prospect by ESPN's Keith Law prior to the season, has been out of action since the middle of May with what Newman described as a bone bruise in his l [..]

Pitching Matchups For Yankees @ Tigers

Published on 2012-08-06 11:05:00

Game 1: Monday @ 7:05PM | TV: YES, ESPN | Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (10-5, 4.53) vs RHP Justin Verlander (11-7, 2.63) Game 2: Tuesday @ 7:05PM | TV: YES, MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP Phil Hughes (11-8, 3.96) vs RHP Rick Porcello (8-6, 4.65) Game 3: Wednesday @ 7:05PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS LHP CC Sabathia (11-3, 3.53) vs RHP Anibal Sanchez (1-1, 4.50) Game 4: Thursday @ 1:05PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Hiroki Kuroda (10-8, 3.19) vs RHP Doug Fister (6-7, 3.52)

Yankees May Use Gardner is Limited Role

Published on 2012-08-05 14:39:00

From MLB.com:Yankees manager Joe Girardi said the team would consider bringing Brett Gardner back in a limited role once rosters expand in September. "If there's a way that he can help us, we'll definitely use him, especially in the month of September, when you can expand rosters," Girardi said. "If there are certain things that he can't do and it's during the month of August, then you kind of limit your roster. But with an expanded roster, if he can help us, we'll definitely use him if it does [..]

These Yankees Are Not Very Clutch

Published on 2012-08-05 03:38:00

Recently, many fans and writers have expressed concerns over this team, whether it's about their upcoming rough schedule, lack of a truly reliable starting staff, or a bullpen that has already seen its best days of 2012. All valid concerns for any honest Yankees fan. But to me, the issues get really scary when you combined those things with this team's inability to hit in clutch situations. As you will soon see, the bigger the spot, the worse this team gets. Going into play on Sunday here are [..]

Report: A-Rod Could Return in Mid-September

Published on 2012-08-05 01:34:00

From George King:Alex Rodriguez went through conditioning drills, swung a bat with one hand and threw across the infield yesterday. Rodriguez is on the disabled list with a fractured left hand and weeks away from being ready to come off the shelf. “He is doing conditioning and throwing and doing everything he can to stay in shape,’’ manager Joe Girardi said yesterday. “When it comes time to swing a bat, it shouldn’t be long.’’ Rodriguez could return in mid-September. Though the [..]

Saturday's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2012-08-04 11:19:00

Curtis Granderson CF Derek Jeter SS Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez DH Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Ichiro Suzuki LF Russell Martin C Hiroki Kuroda RHP

Abreu & Damon DFA

Published on 2012-08-04 09:16:00

A little over a week ago Hideki Matsui was designated for assignment by the Rays. Now, two other former Yankees have met the same fate, Johnny Damon and Bobby Abreu. Damon was DFA by the Indians yesterday:On Friday, August 3 the Cleveland Indians said farewell to veteran outfielder Johnny Damon, designating him for assignment. Like MLB.com's Jordan Bastian noted in his coverage the veteran outfielder foresaw the end coming, commenting back on July 21 "If we're not in contention I'll be the firs [..]

Mason Williams' Season Ends With Shoulder Surgery

Published on 2012-08-03 08:55:00

Williams finished the season hitting .298/.346/.474 with 11 HR, 35 RBI and 20 stolen bases in 91 games with Charleston and Tampa.

Cashman Says The Roster Is Just Fine

Published on 2012-08-03 02:06:00

From Pete Caldera:Amid the executive offices at Yankee Stadium, there were no pangs of remorse as the non-waiver trade deadline passed. The Yankees’ motivation to add a prime player could be summed up in a few words. "Only if it fell into our lap," said general manager Brian Cashman, asserting the stance that valuable prospects in the low minors and millions of dollars were not a suitable price for a rental. ... "I believe we’re a championship-caliber club," Cashman said by phone Thursda [..]

Phillies Place Cliff Lee on Waivers

Published on 2012-08-02 16:22:00

Here's more from MLB Trade Rumors: The Phillies were expected to waive Lee this month, when waivers are revocable. Teams routinely place high-profile players on waivers in August to determine other teams' interest... Teams have two business days to claim players off of waivers, which suggests Lee hit the waiver wire yesterday, when the August waiver period opened. If Lee clears waivers, the Phillies might be able to trade him. Lee can block trades to 21 teams including the Diamondbacks. The Yan [..]

Remembering Thurman

Published on 2012-08-02 10:42:00

(I'm reposting this and added a few new videos to the tribute.) It was 33 years ago today, that Yankee Captain, Thurman Munson, died tragically in a plane crash. It was one of, if not the saddest day in Yankees history. Here's a video about the man and his tragic death from ESPN: Also, here is a three-part video of "Captain: The Thurman Munson Story" To you fans out there that were lucky enough to see him play, what is your fondest memory of Thurman?

Yankees Cut Cust, Kruml and Curtis, Promote Melky Mesa

Published on 2012-08-02 10:32:00

From Marc Carig:Jack Cust headed a list of three players the Yankees released from their Triple-A roster Wednesday night. In 98 games with Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Cust hit .249 though his 81 walks boosted his on-base percentage to .400. The Flemington native's 20 homers and 66 RBI were both team highs. ... Cust was released to make room on the Triple-A roster for outfielder Melky Mesa, who was promoted to Double-A Trenton. The 25-year-old hit .277 with 14 homers and 46 RBI in his 88 g [..]

Wednesday's Yankees Lineup - 1:05 PM Start

Published on 2012-08-01 10:27:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher DH Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones RF Russell Martin C Casey McGehee 1B Ichiro Suzuki LF Jayson Nix 3B RHP Phil Hughes

Joba Will Be Activated Tonight

Published on 2012-07-31 15:56:00

Yankees Trade For Casey McGehee

Published on 2012-07-31 15:40:00

From Joel Sherman:The Yankees didn’t get Ryan Dempster at the trade deadline, but they did make a deal. Yankees GM Brian Cashman obtained versatile infielder Casey McGehee from the Pirates for reliever Chad Qualls, sources told The Post. In the short term with Mark Teixeira out (wrist), McGehee can play some first base and he can also fill the third-base void left by Alex Rodriguez (broken hand) with a power bat. The Yankees are getting $225,000 as part of the trade to cover some of about $1 [..]

No Structural Damage For Teixeira

Published on 2012-07-31 10:48:00

Yankees Turn Their Attention To Dempster

Published on 2012-07-31 09:06:00

From David Kaplan:Baseball sources have confirmed to me that three teams are in play for Ryan Dempster and he will approve a deal to any of the three teams if the Cubs can agree on a suitable return in exchange for the veteran right-hander who is enjoying one of the best seasons of his career. The Los Angeles Dodgers, who have long been Dempster's preferred destination will have to increase their offer as the Texas Rangers and New York Yankees have stepped up their pursuit over the last 48 hours [..]

Girardi on Teixeira's Wrist Injury: "It's a Big Concern"

Published on 2012-07-31 00:43:00

From Chad Jennings: Turns out, Mark Teixeira actually hurt himself last night. He was trying to play through it tonight, and landing awkwardly on his glove wasn’t part of the plan. “Yesterday, third at-bat against Doubront, swung through a pitch and it just didn’t feel right,” Teixeira explained. “Played through it yesterday. Got a lot of treatment last night. I had treatment today. It just didn’t feel good again today. And then when I dove, I landed right on my glove and I just twe [..]

ScoreBIG on Deals For This Week's Yankees Games

Published on 2012-07-30 13:30:00

Besides the already low prices for this week's series in the Bronx, TiqIQ also has some great ScoreBIG/Make-An-Offer deal opportunities for you to rack up even more savings. These make an offer deals can't be beat and tickets can sometimes be had for as low as $10, and you don't have any pesky service or shipping fees to worry about. Just name your price and avoid all the hassles. Click here to sign up for for your own ScoreBig account and start saving today! Here are some of this week's best [..]

Yankees Insist There Was No Setback For Pettitte

Published on 2012-07-30 11:54:00

From WFAN:The 40-year-old, who threw off flat ground in Oakland during the Yankees’ West Coast swing, said he’s “laying low” after doing “a little too much in Seattle.” “In Seattle it swelled up,” he said. But Yankees general manager Brian Cashman insisted there are “no issues with Pettitte.” “With rehab, you have good days and bad days, good weeks and bad weeks,” Cashman told the New York Daily News. “He’s coming back in September, which is what we’ve said all a [..]

Pettitte Suffers a Setback

Published on 2012-07-29 18:01:00

If this is anything serious, and it probably is, it will likely put the rest of his season, in jeopardy. If that is the case, the Yankees should probably spend the next 40+ hours trying to find another starting pitcher.

Joba To Pitch In Trenton Today (Updated)

Published on 2012-07-29 16:26:00

Joba just finished his outing in Trenton. In 1.1 innings pitched, he allowed a single and struck out 3. He threw 30 pitches, 23 for strikes, and hit 98 MPH. Apparently, his stuff was filthy. From Mike Vorkunov:Joba Chamberlain will make a rehab appearance in Trenton today with the Yankees' Double-A affiliate. He will enter into the game with two outs in an inning then stay in to pitch the following inning, in hopes of simulating what he would do at the major-league level. He has been placed on [..]

Boras On Cano's FA Situation

Published on 2012-07-29 14:55:00

From Joel Sherman:“I had a meeting with Hal [Steinbrenner] and Randy [Levine, Yankees president] at the owners meetings [in May], and I certainly did not get any indication from them that there will be any dramatic changes in how the Yankees do business,” Boras said by phone. And Boras did not sound like he would have much sympathy for the Yankees trying to go frugal. He cited Yankees “revenues triple most major league teams.” But, mainly, he invoked the “George Steinbrenner legacy” [..]

Ichiro: Being part of Yankees-Red Sox is like a dream

Published on 2012-07-29 09:30:00

From Ray Monell: The experience [of being part of Yankees-Red Sox], Suzuki told Yahoo! Contributor Network through his interpreter, felt like a dream. "I was very excited," he said after New York routed Boston 10-3. "My first game at Yankee Stadium [as a Yankee] was against the Boston Red Sox. "In Japan, you grab your cheek to see if it's real or not, if you're dreaming. That's really how I feel right now." ... "I used to have a Yankees uniform as a fan; I wore that in Japan," he said. "Also [..]

Yankees Looking to Add Betancourt?

Published on 2012-07-29 04:36:00

From Troy Renck:Rafael Betancourt is attracting varying degrees of interest from the Orioles, Yankees and Athletics. The Red Sox had interest earlier this month. The White Sox and Angels are also looking for bullpen help... Betancourt is under contract next year [$4.25MM] with a mutual option [$4.25MM] for 2014. To move him, the Rockies would require a valuable piece in return.Betancourt has a 3.00 ERA, 9.3 K/9 and 2.5 BB/9 for the Rockies this season, while converting 17 of 21 save opportuniti [..]

Report: Yankees Checked In On Headley

Published on 2012-07-29 02:29:00

From the NY Daily News:Have the Yankees changed their “fix-from-within” philosophy on third base? They have talked to the Padres about San Diego third baseman Chase Headley, according to a major-league source. But the source characterized the discussion as the Yankees merely checking in on Headley’s market. “Names have not been exchanged,” the source said Saturday, although it’s always possible that talks could move forward. Fox Sports first reported that Headley was “not out of [..]

Saturday's Lineups

Published on 2012-07-28 13:00:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jayson Nix 3B Russell Martin DH Ichiro Suzuki RF Chris Stewart C CC Sabathia LHP RED SOX Jacoby Ellsbury CF Pedro Ciriaco DH Dustin Pedroia 2B Adrian Gonzalez 1B Cody Ross RF Will Middlebrooks 3B Kelly Shoppach C Mike Aviles SS Daniel Nava LF Jon Lester LHP Today's game is on FOX!

Friday's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2012-07-27 14:46:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Andruw Jones DH Eric Chavez 3B Ichiro Suzuki RF Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Phil Hughes

Yankees vs Red Sox Series Ticket Prices

Published on 2012-07-27 11:59:00

Here's some great info from our friends over at TiqIQ: Below is some additional deal data for each game: Game 1: - 700+ tickets starting @ $40. - 75+ tickets available for less than $55, including some that are selling for as much as 41% below market average. - Bleacher tickets start @ $40 and there are 100+ available for less than $70. These seats are selling from 4% to 30% below market avg. - Grandstand tickets start @ $46 and there are 100+ available for less than $75. Some of these seats are [..]

Swisher Out For Series Opener vs Sox

Published on 2012-07-27 02:04:00

From George A. King III:No matter how hard Nick Swisher lobbies Joe Girardi and the medical staff to play tonight against the Red Sox, he won’t win. “He is not a player for us [tonight],’’ general manager Brian Cashman said of the switch-hitting right fielder who has missed the last five games due to a mild strain of his left hip flexor. Though the Yankees were off yesterday, Swisher was at Yankee Stadium working out with batting coach Kevin Long. Swisher ran the bases and took battin [..]

The Stats Say The Yankees Won't Miss A-Rod

Published on 2012-07-26 14:37:00

Here's the story from ESPN Stats & Info: it was worth passing along:According to AccuScore, which utilizes 10,000 computer simulations, A-Rod’s absence won’t impact the Yankees much. Assuming Rodriguez misses eight weeks, it won’t cost the Yankees even a full game. Regardless of whether he’s there or not, the odds of them winning the AL East are still better than 97 percent. In terms of history, it’s unlikely the Yankees will surrender their eight-game lead in the AL East. According [..]

Joba Takes One Step Closer To His Return

Published on 2012-07-25 20:27:00

The Yankees will decide what happens next after Joba throws in front of the brass on Friday. If everything goes well I suspect he'll be activated pretty soon.

Cashman: Chavez is our replacement for A-Rod

Published on 2012-07-25 18:19:00

From Wallace Matthews:New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he has found a replacement for Alex Rodriguez without even making a phone call to another team. "Eric Chavez is the solution," Cashman told ESPNNewYork.com on Wednesday, one day after Rodriguez suffered a broken hand after being hit by a pitch from Seattle Mariners ace Felix Hernandez. "Chavez is the solution and Jayson Nix is the solution, and whoever we have in the farm system are going to have to be the solution," Cas [..]

Ichiro Excited To Play In The Bronx

Published on 2012-07-25 18:12:00

From the AP Via the New York Post:In his past visits to Yankee Stadium, Ichiro Suzuki was ready and actually enjoyed the heckling that came from the Bleacher Creatures. He's also ready for a new experience on Friday night when the newest Yankees outfielder makes his debut at home against the Red Sox: the roll call. "I hope the fans do call my name, but I need to get there and play to the ability where hopefully the fans will call my name," Suzuki said through his interpreter on Wednesday. Bef [..]

Swisher Update

Published on 2012-07-25 14:14:00

It was also reported by George King, that Joe Girardi said that Swisher may be able to return to the lineup this weekend vs the Red Sox.

Hideki Matsui DFA By Tampa

Published on 2012-07-25 13:34:00

From The AP:Hideki Matsui was been cut by the Tampa Bay Rays. The 38-year-old Japanese star was designated for assignment on Wednesday to clear a roster spot for infielder Ryan Roberts. The Rays have 10 days to trade Matsui, release him or place him on waivers. He is hitting .147 with two homers and seven RBIs in 95 at-bats.I feel bad for Hideki. A player as good as he was never should go out like this, but sometimes you just hang around way too long.

Wednesday's Yankees Lineup: Ichiro Leads Off

Published on 2012-07-25 13:10:00

Ichiro Suzuki RF Derek Jeter SS Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Raul Ibanez DH Eric Chavez 3B Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Ivan Nova SP Remember, today's game begins at 3:40pm.

Olney: Yankees Looking At All 3B Options

Published on 2012-07-25 10:15:00

Headley does make a lot of sense for the Yanks and is probably the best available 3B on the market. However, it was later reported by Jon Heyman that the Yankees are unlikely to meet the Padres demands and the market for Headley is "huge". Other names that have been mentioned today have been Placido Polanco, Ty Wigginton, Aramis Ramirez and Scott Rolen.

Yankees Will Call Up Ramiro Pena

Published on 2012-07-25 09:44:00

Also, here's a list of available third basemen on the trade market via MLBTradeRumors.

A-Rod Headed to the DL with a Broken Hand

Published on 2012-07-25 00:48:00

This team's luck is just awful. Here's the most recent bad news, via Marc Carig:Alex Rodriguez will go onto the disabled list after suffering a non-displaced fracture in his left hand. Rodriguez was hit on the hand by an 88-mph changeup from Felix Hernandez in the eighth inning of Tuesday night's 4-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners. The fracture is on the pinky side of the hand.Over the last 10 days Rodriguez had started to find his stroke at the plate, hitting .341 with two homers six RBI. So, th [..]

Tuesday's Yankees Lineup: Ichiro Batting 8th

Published on 2012-07-24 19:14:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Eric Chavez DH Ichiro Suzuki RF Chris Stewart C Freddy Garcia RHP

Updates on Gardner and Joba

Published on 2012-07-24 17:12:00

George A. King III is reporting that Brett Gardner had arthroscopic surgery on his injured right elbow today and everything went as planned. Team physician Chris Ahmad performed the surgery and said there told Gardner's agent that there were "no surprises" and "they found what they expected to find." On the positive side of things, Brian Cashman was raving about Joba Chamberlain's recovery today while on WFAN:“Joba’s out of control. The stuff he’s featuring is remarkable. He’s as high a [..]

Cashman: Rivera Won't Return This Year

Published on 2012-07-24 17:05:00

From Bryan Hoch:Yankees GM Brian Cashman was on SiriusXM’s MLB Network Radio channel this morning, where hosts Jim Duquette and Mike Ferrin asked about reports that closer Mariano Rivera may be able to play this season. .... Host/Jim Duquette: “Mo, is there a chance he could come back? We saw some reports that he might be able to come back.” Brian Cashman: “No. I mean, his physical therapist that he’s working with, I thought was unprofessional and went public with things. I mean, me [..]

Ichiro Made Concessions To Join Yankees

Published on 2012-07-24 14:55:00

From Wallace Matthews:Ichiro Suzuki apparently wanted the New York Yankees even more than the Yankees wanted him. Before completing a trade to acquire the Japanese star, the Yankees spelled out a list of conditions to Ichiro, a former American League MVP and two-time batting champion. Ichiro would be asked to switch positions, hit at the bottom of the lineup and possibly sit against left-handed pitching. "He was fully educated on all our requirements," Yankees general manager Brian Cashman to [..]

Ichiro Batting 8th & Playing Right

Published on 2012-07-23 19:20:00

Yankees Trade For Ichiro (Updated)

Published on 2012-07-23 17:07:00

(Update 8:33 PM) Ichiro will be wearing #31. (Update 8:10 PM) To make room for Ichiro on the roster, the Yankees designated Dewayne Wise for assignment. Wise, who was a very solid bench player for this Yankees team, hit .262/.286/.492 in 63 ABs. You may have noticed that his numbers are actually better than Ichiro's (.261/.288/.353), but again, the hope has to be that he can get reenergized playing for a contender. Nice move by Cashman. Ichiro may not be the player he once was, but I have to [..]

Rivera Puts the Breaks on Talks of a Return

Published on 2012-07-23 12:01:00

From Stefan Bondy:Mariano Rivera has gone from adamant to hesitant about playing next season. Baseball’s best closer ever said Saturday he’s so focused on the day-to-day grind of physical therapy that he can’t commit to pitching in 2013, let alone this season, declining to let his mind wander beyond the moment. “I don’t even know if I want to play next year. I don’t know what tomorrow is going to bring. One day at a time,” said Rivera, who was walking without a limp at Yankee Sta [..]

Joba Hits Triple-Digits, Girardi Thrilled

Published on 2012-07-22 11:27:00

First we heard he was in the mid-to-high 90's but apparently he was actually throwing harder. Here's the story from George A. King III:Joba Chamberlain’s fastball was clocked at 100 mph, according to a speed gun at his rehab appearance Friday night in Bradenton, Fla. Yet the Yankees didn’t need to see triple digits to understand Chamberlain’s return from Tommy John surgery last summer and right ankle surgery in March has been spotless. “I don’t think it could have gone any more smoot [..]

Add Denard Span to the list of outfielders the Yankees have checked on

Published on 2012-07-22 10:41:00

From Jon Heyman:In their search for an outfielder with Brett Gardner likely out for the year, the Yankees "are in on everybody,'' says a rival executive. That means they've checked in on Shane Victorino, Justin Upton and Denard Span, and presumably others. But so far they have nothing going with any of those guys for a variety of reasons. Here's a rundown. .... 3. Span. The Yankees like him, too. But one source said "the Twins are asking for a ton.'' That's probably not a shock considering th [..]

Yankees Interested Rick Ankiel

Published on 2012-07-21 12:35:00

Ankiel has been pretty awful for most of the last 3+ seasons, but for a team that could use some OF help, he'd be a cheap (the rest of his $1.25M 2012 salary), low-risk option. A guy like Victorino would clearly be the better acquisition, and do much more to help the Yankees get #28. But if the Yankees want to take the cheap route, which they probably will, Ankiel might not be a bad pickup. I guess they could do worse.

Joba could be back before the end of the month

Published on 2012-07-21 11:24:00

From George A. King III:Chamberlain, whose 30-day rehab assignment expires Aug. 8, made his fourth outing Friday night in Bradenton, Fla. In two innings for Single-A Tampa, he gave up a run, two hits, fanned one and walked one. According to Yankees pitching coach Larry Rothschild, Chamberlain’s fastball was clocked in the mid-90s. The plan is for Chamberlain to throw a bullpen session Monday. The next test will have Chamberlain throw in back-to-back games. If he comes through that exercise [..]

Kernan Makes The Case For Victorino

Published on 2012-07-21 04:20:00

From Kevin Kernan:The easy route would be to do nothing and hope the old guys, Raul Ibanez and Andruw Jones, continue to produce loud hits for the Yankees. The Yankees, though, need to make a deal for an outfielder. Send a limo down the New Jersey Turnpike to pick up speedy Shane Victorino from the Phillies. Victorino would put the Yankees that much closer to victory. The Athletics beat them for the second straight night, 3-2 at O.co Coliseum. Rent Victorino for the rest of the season. The Yan [..]

Joba To Throw Again Today

Published on 2012-07-20 10:58:00

From Mark Feinsand:Joba Chamberlain (elbow and ankle surgeries) is slated to throw Friday for the fourth time since starting his rehab assignment last week. Chamberlain, who threw a scoreless inning Tuesday for the Gulf Coast League Yankees in Tampa, has not allowed a hit or a walk in his four innings, striking out six. He has given up one unearned run. Girardi called the reports "very positive" on Chamberlain, but said he hasn't started to anticipate when he'll have the reliever back. "I hav [..]

Bad News For Brett

Published on 2012-07-20 10:27:00

From David Waldstein:Any slim hope the Yankees may have had that Brett Gardner would return from an elbow injury this season was almost certainly wiped out Thursday, when it was determined that he would have surgery. The Yankees announced that Gardner would have an arthroscopic procedure next week to remove inflamed tissue from his elbow. “It will most likely conclude his season,” a spokesman said. ... Now the Yankees have less than two weeks to decide whether to make a trade before the J [..]

Yanks Await Word on Gardner's MRI Results

Published on 2012-07-18 12:31:00

From Connor Orr:Manager Joe Girardi did not have any definitive news on injured left fielder Brett Gardner (right elbow) Tuesday night, amid reports Gardner could be sidelined for the remainder of the season. Girardi said he called Gardner yesterday, but couldn’t speak with him because Gardner was undergoing an MRI. “I think he was in the MRI tube,” Girardi joked, saying he couldn’t call again or else it would “mess up the scanner.” When reached Tuesday night, Gardner’s agent, J [..]

Joba Continues His Speedy & Impressive Recovery

Published on 2012-07-18 12:26:00

From George A. King III:Joba Chamberlain is about to take the biggest step of his minor league rehab program and move closer to returning to the big leagues. After throwing one inning for the Yankees’ team in the Gulf Coast League Tuesday, the plan calls for Chamberlain to pitch two frames for Single-A Tampa on Friday in Bradenton. Chamberlain fanned two of the three Phillies’ low-level batters he faced, averaged 95 to 96 mph with the fastball and was clocked at 98. The Yankees are monito [..]

Mo hoping for a September return?

Published on 2012-07-16 19:34:00

From Matt Ehalt:Injured New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera said Monday that he hopes to pitch again this season. Rivera has been on the disabled list since May 4 after tearing his right ACL while shagging balls prior to a game against Kansas City. "That's my goal," Rivera said Monday on "The Michael Kay Show" on 98.7 FM ESPNNewYork. "I don't think about it because if it doesn't happen, I will be kind of like disappointed. I take it day by day. I'm working hard and doing what I do. ... That [..]

Gardner Suffers Another Setback

Published on 2012-07-16 16:37:00

From Pete Caldera:Brett Gardner has suffered yet another setback in his rehab from a strained right elbow, casting doubt about his return to the Yankees this season. The speedy outfielder awoke Monday with soreness in the elbow. He had restarted his baseball rehab on Sunday with four at-bats in a simulated game. "It's a concern because it's happened before," manager Joe Girardi said on Monday afternoon. "But we'll have to wait and see." ... "It is puzzling," Girardi said. "We expected that h [..]

Yankees Will Also Monitor the OF Market

Published on 2012-07-16 13:25:00

From Jon Heyman:The Yankees are looking harder at the outfield market than the pitching market, as they still have concerns about Brett Gardner's elbow situation. They've talked to the Phillies about Shane Victorino and the Diamondbacks about Justin Upton, but Upton is a major long shot for them and right now they see the price tag as too high on either. Victorino may be slightly more realistic eventually, though. GM Brian Cashman said on Sunday asking prices are generally too high, and that t [..]

Yankees to Monitor the Cole Hamels Situation

Published on 2012-07-16 13:00:00

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Yankees Sign First Round Pick Hensley

Published on 2012-07-14 14:08:00

From Tim Bontemps: It took some time, but the Yankees got their man. Friday — the final day to sign players taken in last month’s First-Year Player Draft — the Yankees came to terms with high school right-hander Ty Hensley, the team’s first-round pick and the 30th overall selection in the draft. Hensley, a hard thrower who was committed to Ole Miss, where he was expected to play every day because of his strong bat, reportedly signed for $1.2 million, saving the Yankees a few hundred [..]

Yankees Sign Fukudome to Minor League Deal

Published on 2012-07-13 18:01:00

Seems like this might be a little insurance in case Brett Gardner cannot make it back. Not sure how much that insurance will pay off however, because in 24 games (51 plate appearances) with the White Sox earlier this season, he hit just .171/.294/.195. Last year, while better than his pathetic start to this season, he hit .262/.342/.370 with only 8 HR and a measly 35 RBI in over 600 plate appearances with the Cubs and Indians.

Gammons Says Cliff Lee Might Be An Option

Published on 2012-07-12 15:39:00

Oh no, not this again. Here's the story from Jon Lane:During his weekly Thursday spot for Sports Radio WIP in Philadelphia, MLB Network’s Peter Gammons suggested that the Phillies, due to their last-place standing and the changes in compensation for free agents, may explore getting into an area where they can sign pending FA Cole Hamels and trade Cliff Lee, who turns 34 next month and signed through 2015 with an option for 2016. If that were the case, Gammons said a big-market team would go [..]

Reggie Issues (A Completely Unnecessary) Statement

Published on 2012-07-12 15:19:00

Reggie Jackson issued this statement today about the recent comments he made in Sports Illustrated:"In trying to convey my feelings about a few issues that I am passionate about, I made the mistake of naming some specific players." "This was inappropriate and unfair to those players, some of which are very close friends of mine. I think there are ways to speak from the heart without hurting people, and I’m disappointed that I didn’t take greater care in expressing my views. “I have been [..]

Cashman: Martin is our Catcher

Published on 2012-07-12 10:54:00

From Marc Carig:The Yankees have no plans to trade for a new catcher. Despite starting catcher Russell Martin's horrendous first half, general manager Brian Cashman said today that he has no plans of wading into the trade market for catching help. "We have our catching," Cashman said. "I believe in Russell Martin, period."There's no doubt that Martin has been awful at the plate for most of the last season and a half, but he's a solid defensive catcher and the Yankees haven't seemed to be too h [..]

Updates on Gardner and Joba

Published on 2012-07-12 10:37:00

From Mark Feisand:Joba Chamberlain made his first rehab appearance in the Gulf Coast League on Tuesday, allowing an unearned run in an inning of work. Chamberlain, who is returning from both Tommy John elbow surgery and an open dislocation of his right ankle, struck out two batters, hitting as high as 97 mph on the radar gun. Brian Cashman said Chamberlain would “probably not” need the full 30 days allotted for his rehab assignment, though the Yankees are not projecting a date for his retur [..]

Selig Says Rays Attendance is "Inexcusable"

Published on 2012-07-12 07:42:00

Here's the quote from Selig on the Rays attendance woes (hat-tip to Was Watching):"What I've said to you in the past, I'll say to you again, and I've said this to Stu quite a bit. I've been through a lot of these things over the last 20 years, actually the last 40 years, and I understand that, but, look, they've run a great operation, they're a very competitive organization, they have very competitive teams. As I study the attendance every day, looking where they are, to see that they're No. 29, [..]

CC Set To Return on 7/17

Published on 2012-07-10 01:56:00

According to Roger Rubin, CC Sabathia will return to the Yankees rotation for their fifth game after the break when they face Toronto on July 17th at Yankee Stadium. Sabathia threw a 43-pitch bullpen session on Sunday in Boston and felt no discomfort and will throw a high-pitch count simulated game on Friday before resuming his normal routine.The starting rotation for the beginning of the second half — which starts Friday with three games against the Angels at the Stadium — has (in order) [..]

Yanks Tell Reggie To Stay Away

Published on 2012-07-09 14:44:00

From Buster Olney:After Reggie Jackson's disparaging comments about Alex Rodriguez and others last week, he was essentially benched by the Yankees and told to stay away from team events indefinitely, according to AL sources. Jackson was not in Boston over the weekend, where the Yankees played the Red Sox. Jackson, a special adviser for the Yankees, usually is around the team. But at this time, there is enough anger at the Hall of Famer from within the organization that the team has decided th [..]

Game 85: Yankees @ Red Sox

Published on 2012-07-08 18:16:00

Regular Season Game 85 YANKEES @ RED SOX First Pitch: 8:05 PM | TV: ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (51-33) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano DH Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Jayson Nix 2B Chris Stewart C Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova (9-3, 4.05 ERA) RED SOX (43-42) Daniel Nava LF Pedro Ciriaco 2B David Ortiz DH Adrian Gonzalez 1B Cody Ross RF Jarrod Saltalamacchia C Ryan Sweeney CF Mauro Gomez 3B Mike Aviles SS Pitch [..]

Game 82: Yankees @ Red Sox

Published on 2012-07-06 18:21:00

Regular Season Game 82 YANKEES @ RED SOX First Pitch: 7:10 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (49-32) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (8-7, 3.17 ERA) RED SOX (42-40) Daniel Nava LF Ryan Kalish CF David Ortiz DH Cody Ross RF Adrian Gonzalez 1B Jarrod Saltalamacchia C Mauro Gomez 3B Mike Aviles SS Nick Punto 2B Pitching: [..]

Reggie blasts PED users, others, in new SI Article

Published on 2012-07-05 23:04:00

From Phil Taylor:It's when Jackson is plunging into touchy issues that some of the Reggie of old emerges; the only difference is that the star no longer has as big a stage. Over a plate of seafood at an oceanside restaurant in Monterey, he casually mentions that he plans to bring up the issue of undeserving members of the Hall of Fame at the next members-only dinner in Cooperstown. He believes that the Baseball Writers Association of America, whose members vote for the Hall, have adopted too low [..]

Joba "2 Weeks" Away From Rehab Stint

Published on 2012-07-02 16:56:00

This could be very good news for the Yanks. It's assumed that he'll need about a 30-day rehab stint which would set him up for a mid-August return, which earlier in the year seemed impossible.

Cory Wade Optioned To Triple-A

Published on 2012-07-02 16:48:00

According to various reports, the Yankees have optioned Cory Wade to Triple-A to make room for Chad Qualls. Wade has struggled lately allowing 10 earned runs on 11 hits over his last two outings (3 innings pitched)and has seen his ERA climb from 2.63 on 6/11 to 4.45. Overall he's pitched to a very ugly 9.68 ERA over his last 20 outings, so maybe a few weeks in the minors will do him some good.

Yanks Sign 16-Year-Old Venezuelan Catcher

Published on 2012-07-02 16:41:00

According to George A. King III, the Yankees have signed 16-year-old Venezuelan catcher Luis Torrens for $1.3 million. Baseball Americas has Torrens as the No. 2 international prospect. "He is the premier talent in Latin America," a talent evaluator said of Torrens.If you want to check out a short video of Torrens, click here.

Yanks Acquire Chad Qualls

Published on 2012-07-01 16:15:00

To make room for Quallls on the 40-man roster the Yankees have designated Matt Antonelli for assignment. The 33-year-old was 1-1 with a 4.60 ERA in 35 games for the Phillies this season. In 31.1 innings, the right-hander allowed 16 ER on 39 hits, walked 9, and struck out 19.

Cano, Granderson & Jeter Are All-Star Game Starters

Published on 2012-07-01 13:24:00

From MLB.com:The starting lineups for the 2012 All-Star Game on July 10 at Kauffman Stadium have been named, so get set Kansas City, here they come. ... The 17 starters announced on the 2012 MLB All-Star Game Selection Show presented by Taco Bell on TBS on Sunday give new meaning to the words "star power." Fans have already won, making a record-setting statement in support of their favorite players, but who will win the game this year? ... Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano, winner of las [..]

Harper: "I don't want to be a Yankee"

Published on 2012-06-29 14:39:00

If you had hopes that the Yankees would one day sign Bryce Harper, you may want to pull back the reigns a little. Apparently, he's pretty happy in DC:“You look at Cal Ripken. You look at Derek Jeter. You look at all the greats that played for one team their whole career,” Harper said last weekend, sitting in the dugout at Camden Yards in Baltimore. “I want to be like that. I’ve always wanted to be like that. I’ve always wanted to play with that same team.” “Having a community an [..]

Rotation Update: Warren & Garcia to replace CC & Andy

Published on 2012-06-27 15:21:00

UPDATE: Pettitte Has a Fractured Left Ankle... Out 6 Weeks

Published on 2012-06-27 13:46:00

Here's an update via Bryan Hoch:The news in the Yankees clubhouse has moved from bad to worse, as Andy Pettitte suffered a left ankle fracture in Wednesday’s start against the Indians and will miss a minimum of six weeks. Just a terrible day for Yankees starters. Losing CC and Pettitte will be a very tough challenge for this team. (Original post below) Andy Pettitte was forced to leave today’s game vs the Indians in the fifth inning after getting hit on the lower left leg by a hard grounde [..]

CC Placed on 15-Day DL

Published on 2012-06-27 11:04:00

The Yankees placed CC Sabathia on the 15-day DL today with a strained left adductor muscle. Here's a little more from the Daily News:Sabathia said he felt it during his start on Sunday, but didn't tell the team until Tuesday. He gave up five runs - one earned - on nine hits and two walks in 5-2/3 innings against the Mets. It was the first time this season he didn't pitch six complete innings.Girardi says that CC will likely only two starts and will be replaced in the rotation by Freddy Garcia wh [..]

Game 73: Yankees vs. Indians

Published on 2012-06-26 18:16:00

Regular Season Game 73 YANKEES vs. INDIANS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (44-28) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez DH Dewayne Wise CF Chris Stewart C Pitching: RHP Phil Hughes (7-6, 4.94 ERA) INDIANS (37-35) Shin-Soo Choo RF Asdrubal Cabrera SS Jason Kipnis 2B Carlos Santana C Michael Brantley CF Johnny Damon LF Casey Kotchman 1B Jack Hannahan 3B Lonnie Chisenhall D [..]

Pedro Feliciano Throws 1st BP Session Since Surgery

Published on 2012-06-26 16:47:00

Gardner Update

Published on 2012-06-26 16:38:00

From Jon Lane:Brett Gardner (elbow) will join the Yankees in St. Petersburg, Fla., next week during the series against the Rays to take dry swings, but is still not expected back prior to the All-Star break. Gardner will first play in rehab games when teams return to action with the goal for him to be activated at full strength. He suffered a second setback on June 10 while playing with with Single-A Charleston, so the organization will err on the side of caution.No reason not to be cautious. Wi [..]

Yanks Add Two Arms

Published on 2012-06-26 15:16:00

MLB Trade Rumors is reporting that the Yankees have claimed 25-year-old pitcher Danny Farquhar off waivers after the right-hander was designated for assignment by the A's last weekend. Here's a little more fro MLBTR:The pitcher posted a 2.97 ERA with 9.8 K/9 and 3.0 BB/9 in 20 Double-A appearances for Toronto's affiliate and pitched eight innings for the A's Triple-A squad this year.And even more from YES including some info on Jonathan Meloan, who was also signed:To make room for Farquhar on th [..]

Cano Takes Lead in 2nd Base All-Star Voting

Published on 2012-06-25 14:24:00

Robinson Cano now leads AL 2nd basemen in voting, overtaking Ian Kinsler in this week's updated voting tally. He now leads Kinsler by just under 100,000 votes. To see the entire voting result update, click on the "read more" link below: FIRST BASE Prince Fielder, Tigers: 2,825,532 Paul Konerko, White Sox: 2,261,388 Mark Teixeira, Yankees: 1,863,873 Mitch Moreland, Rangers: 1,711,659 Albert Pujols, Angels: 1,429,154 SECOND BASE Robinson Cano, Yankees: 3,559,290 Ian Kinsler, Rangers: 3, [..]

2012 Old-Timers' Day Roster Announced

Published on 2012-06-25 12:35:00

Here is this year's Old-Timers' Day roster that the Yanks released today: (*Denotes First-Time Old-Timer) Luis Arroyo Jesse Barfield Yogi Berra Ron Blomberg Dr. Bobby Brown Homer Bush Jerry Coleman David Cone Bucky Dent Al Downing Brian Doyle Cecil Fielder Whitey Ford Oscar Gamble Jake Gibbs Joe Girardi Rich “Goose” Gossage Ron Guidry Charlie Hayes Rickey Henderson Sterling Hitchcock* Arlene Howard Helen Hunter Reggie Jackson Tommy John Pat Kelly Don Larsen Graeme Lloyd Hector Lopez Jill M [..]

"Not bad for a bunch of chickens"

Published on 2012-06-25 02:26:00

From Mike Mazzeo:"Not bad for a bunch of chickens," Nick Swisher joked after the Yankees' 6-5 victory. How long had Swisher been saving that one? "I don't know. Maybe for a little bit," said Swisher, who delivered a 423-foot, three-run home run off R.A. Dickey to give the Yankees a 4-0 lead in the third inning. So did the win have special meaning, given that Mets closer Frank Francisco had called the Yankees "chickens" before the series began? "I don't really care about what other people say [..]

Game 71: Yankees @ Mets

Published on 2012-06-24 17:29:00

Regular Season Game 71 YANKEES @ METS First Pitch: 8:00 PM | TV: ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (42-28) Derek Jeter, SS Curtis Granderson, CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Chris Stewart C CC Sabathia LHP (9-3, 3.55 ERA) METS (39-33) Andres Torres CF Ruben Tejada SS David Wright 3B Scott Hairston LF Lucas Duda RF Justin Turner 1B Ronny Cedeno, 2B Josh Thole, C R.A. Dickey RHP (11-1, 2.00 ERA)

This Week In Yankees History (6/24-6/30)

Published on 2012-06-24 15:03:00

This Week in Yankees History

Game 70: Yankees @ Mets

Published on 2012-06-23 16:23:00

Regular Season Game 70 YANKEES @ METS First Pitch: 7:15 PM | TV: FOX | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (41-28) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Russell Martin C Ivan Nova RHP (9-2, 4.32 ERA) METS (39-32) Kirk Nieuwenhuis CF Daniel Murphy 2B David Wright 3B Lucas Duda RF Ike Davis 1B Scott Hairston LF Omar Quintanilla SS Josh Thole C Chris Young RHP (1-1, 3.06 ERA)

Mets Closer Frank Francisco Calls Yankees "Chickens"

Published on 2012-06-22 09:51:00

From Mike Puma:At least somebody isn’t afraid to talk trash about a cross-town rival. “I can’t wait to face those chickens,” Mets closer Frank Francisco told The Post when asked about playing the Yankees in this weekend’s Subway Series at Citi Field. “I want to strike out the side against them. I’ve done it before.” Before Francisco could elaborate on his “chickens” comment, after the Mets’ 4-3 victory over the Orioles on Wednesday, he buttoned up. “I think I’ve said [..]

Yanks Sign Cuban Right-Hander

Published on 2012-06-20 19:54:00

From MLB.com:Left-handed pitcher Omar Luis Rodriguez, 19, and the Yankees have agreed on a Minor League deal worth an estimated $4-5 million, according to an industry source. Rodriguez, who projects to be a starter, burst onto the international scene during the 2010 World Junior Baseball Championship when he struck out eight batters during a complete-game, 144-pitch outing to eliminate Team USA in the semifinals. He led Cuba to a bronze medal and was named to the competition's all-tournament te [..]

Game 67: Yankees vs Braves

Published on 2012-06-19 16:53:00

Regular Season Game 67 YANKEES vs. BRAVES First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (41-25) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (6-6, 3.46 ERA) BRAVES (35-32) Michael Bourn CF Martin Prado LF Brian McCann C Dan Uggla 2B Freddie Freeman 1B Chipper Jones 3B Jason Heyward RF Andrelton Simmons SS Eric Hinske DH Pit [..]

Clemens Trial: Not Guilty On All Counts

Published on 2012-06-18 16:14:00

From The Associated Press: Roger Clemens has been acquitted on all charges by a jury that decided he didn't lie to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs. Jurors returned their verdict Monday after close to 10 hours of deliberation. The outcome brings an end to a 10-week trial that capped an expensive, five-year investigation into one of the greatest pitchers in the history of baseball. The 49-year-old Clemens was accused of perjury, making false statements and obstructing C [..]

This Week In Yankees History (6/17-6/23)

Published on 2012-06-18 11:17:00

This Week in Yankees History June 17th - June 23rd June 17th 1903 - Former Yankees P Benjamin “Big Ben” Shields (1924-1925) was born (1903-1982). Ben Shields went 3-0 in 6 games for the Yankees. 1917 - The Giants and Yankees played the 1st Sunday game in New York City for a war charity in front of 21,000 spectators at the Polo Grounds. 1918 - The New York Yankees play an 8-inning 5-5 tie with the Detroit Tigers, called because the team had to catch a train to Cleveland. 1936 - Red Ruffing of [..]

D-Rob Activated, Phelps Sent Down

Published on 2012-06-14 17:02:00

The Yankees activated David Robertson from the 15-day DL today. To make room on the roster David Phelps was optioned down to Single-A Tampa. He will stay in Tampa until he builds up his arm strength and is then set to join the SWB Yanks starting rotation. Phelps went 1-2 with a 2.94 ERA in 13 games for the Yanks.

Gardner Could be Back in 3-4 Weeks

Published on 2012-06-14 16:57:00

From Marc Carig:Yankees outfielder Brett Gardner could be back in three to four weeks, the club announced today, after doctors ruled out the possibility of a major injury that could have cost him his season. Instead, two leading orthopedic surgeons confirmed that Gardner has a strained left elbow, a bone bruise, and joint inflammation, which have not fully healed. Gardner underwent platelet rich plasma therapy and took a cortisone shot today. Doctors have recommended three to four weeks rest f [..]

D-Rob Set To Return on Friday

Published on 2012-06-13 14:32:00

From Wallace Matthews:Fresh off his second rehab appearance on Tuesday in Rochester, David Robertson is scheduled to rejoin the Yankees today in Atlanta, although he will not be activated until Friday's game against the Nationals in Washington. "He's fine,'' Joe Girardi said. "We just want to make sure he feels OK, and if he is, we'll activate him on Friday.'' Great news for a team that seems to be hitting their stride. Matthews reiterated taht Soriano will remain in the closers role while Robe [..]

Game 60: Yankees @ Braves

Published on 2012-06-11 17:55:00

Regular Season Game 60 YANKEES @ BRAVES First Pitch: 7:10 PM | TV: YES/TBS | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (34-25) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova (7-2, 5.09 ERA) BRAVES (34-26) Michael Bourn CF Martin Prado LF Brian McCann C Dan Uggla 2B Freddie Freeman 1B Chipper Jones 3B Jason Heyward RF Andrelton Simmons SS Pitching: RHP Randall Delgado (4-5, 4.26 [..]

Yanks Miss Out On Soler

Published on 2012-06-11 17:08:00

Via MLB Trade Rumors: Soler and the Cubs agreed to a nine-year deal worth approximately $30MM, Jon Heyman of CBSSports.com reports.

Update On Pettitte's Hand

Published on 2012-06-11 15:09:00

From Chad Jennings: Andy Pettitte had his left hand wrapped after today’s game, but he said he felt fortunate. He was fortunate to get out of the sixth inning, and fortunate to leave with no real concern about making his next start. “It’s swollen, and as soon as the swelling gets out, it’ll be fine,” Pettitte said. “It swelled up, got me up high on the hand, toward my fingers. It was hard to throw. I couldn’t really feel the ball. It swelled up immediately and I just had a hard [..]

Game 59: Yankees vs. Mets

Published on 2012-06-10 11:32:00

Subway Series YANKEES vs METS First Pitch: 1:05 PM | TV: YES/TBS | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (33-25) Derek Jeter DH Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Jayson Nix SS Pitching: LHP Andy Pettitte (3-2, 2.78 ERA) METS (32-28) Andres Torres CF Jason Bay LF David Wright 3B Scott Hairston RF Lucas Duda DH Vinny Rottino 1B Omar Quintanilla SS Mike Nickeas C Jordany Valdespin 2B Jonathon Niese LHP [..]

Kuroda Expect To Make Next Start

Published on 2012-06-10 11:31:00

From Marc Carig:Hiroki Kuroda had just finished a session on the exercise bike and a round of treatment. Sweat beads covered his brow. His left ankle and foot were naked. His gait had only a slight hitch. The Yankees right-hander hasn’t been given a clean bill of health — manager Joe Girardi said he’ll need to see where he is in a few days — but he had the look of a pitcher who’ll be ready to take the mound for his next turn Wednesday in Atlanta. X-rays were negative on Kuroda’s le [..]

Gardner Not Expected To Return By All Star Break

Published on 2012-06-10 11:11:00

From George A. King III & Mike Puma:At this rate it would be viewed as a positive if the Yankees got Brett Gardner back immediately after the All-Star break. For the second time in a month, Gardner experienced a problem following a minor league rehab game and nobody knows when the left fielder will be healthy enough to return to the big leagues this year. Gardner last played for the Yankees on April 17 when he suffered a strained right (non-throwing) elbow. “He woke up and had pain [Saturday [..]

Report: Jorge Soler Could Sign a Deal By Monday

Published on 2012-06-10 11:07:00

From the NYPost:According to an industry source, free agent outfielder Jorge Soler is expected to agree on a four-year deal before tomorrow. The Yankees and Cubs have expressed strong interest in the 20-year-old, who some scouts believe is a better player than fellow Cuban defector Yoenis Cespedes, 26, who signed with the Athletics. The Yankees don’t have Nick Swisher’s replacement in the system if he leaves via free agency and Soler would represent a smaller investment than chasing free a [..]

Game 57: Yankees vs Mets

Published on 2012-06-08 18:20:00

Subway Series YANKEES vs METS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (31-25) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones DH Raul Ibanez LF Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (4-6, 3.82 ERA) METS (32-26) Kirk Nieuwenhuis CF Josh Thole C David Wright 3B Lucas Duda DH Daniel Murphy 2B Scott Hairston RF Ike Davis 1B Jason Bay LF Omar Quintanilla SS Pitching: LHP Johan San [..]

Beyond the Box Score: The Trials & Tribulations of a Dominican Prospect

Published on 2012-06-07 22:26:00

Game 56: Yankees vs. Rays

Published on 2012-06-07 18:00:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 56 YANKEES vs RAYS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (31-24) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones DH Jayson Nix LF Chris Stewart C Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (7-2, 3.68 ERA) RAYS (31-25) Elliot Johnson SS Ben Zobrist DH Desmond Jennings LF B.J. Upton CF Sean Rodriguez 3B Carlos Pena 1B Jose Lobaton C Matt Joyce RF Drew Sutton 2B Pitching: LHP Davi [..]

Game 55: Yankees vs. Rays

Published on 2012-06-06 17:14:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 55 YANKEES vs RAYS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN2 | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (30-24) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova (6-2, 5.60 ERA) RAYS (31-24) Desmond Jennings LF B.J. Upton CF Matt Joyce RF Ben Zobrist 2B Hideki Matsui DH Carlos Pena 1B Sean Rodriguez SS Jose Molina C Will Rhymes 3B Pitching: RHP Alex C [..]

Rivera To Have Surgery Next Tuesday

Published on 2012-06-06 16:17:00

Mariano Rivera told the media today that he will have surgery on his torn ACL next Tuesday. Here's a little more on the story from Dan Martin:The surgery will be performed at Hospital for Special Surgery by Dr. David Altchek. Rivera said he isn’t concerning himself with an exact timetable after the procedure. “I don’t want to have that,” said Rivera, who learned that the clot was gone last week. “I don’t want to put in my mind a line. When the Lord permits it to be ready, it will be [..]

Yanks Blame StubHub For Attendance Drop

Published on 2012-06-06 12:35:00

From Josh Kosman: Yankee Stadium attendance is down 3.6 percent so far this year — greater than the 3 percent drop last season — and the team is blaming StubHub for its gate woes. “We believe there are serious issues with the StubHub relationship,” team president Randy Levine told The Post yesterday. “We are actively reviewing more fan-friendly alternatives for next year.” The Bronx Bombers and other Major League Baseball teams have bellyached about StubHub for a couple of years � [..]

Game 54: Yankees vs. Rays

Published on 2012-06-05 17:30:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 54 YANKEES vs RAYS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (29-24) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez DH Russell Martin C Pitching: LHP Andy Pettitte (2-2, 3.49 ERA) ANGELS (31-23) Desmond Jennings LF B.J. Upton CF Ben Zobrist 2B Hideki Matsui RF Sean Rodriguez 3B Carlos Pena 1B Luke Scott DH Jose Molina C Elliott Johnson SS Pitching: [..]

Yanks Sign Ricky Orta

Published on 2012-06-05 16:39:00

In 85 minor league games (all in Double-A or lower) the 27-year-old is 14-18 with a 4.37 ERA. In 267.2 innings he's allowed 152 runs on 254 hits, walked 102 and struck out 272.

"Remote Chance" Gardner Returns for Subway Series

Published on 2012-06-05 16:18:00

According to Andrew Marchand, injured outfielder Brett Gardner took five at-bats in an extended spring training game today and Girardi sounded pleased with the results saying "all went well." Marchand went on to say that there is a "remote" possibility that Gardner could return during this weekend's Subway Series vs. the grossly overachieving Mets. Girardi wants to give Gardner tomorrow off and then have him play a few days in a row before making any decisions."Everything is pretty good right no [..]

Jeter Leading AL Shortstops in All-Star Voting, 2nd Overall

Published on 2012-06-05 16:12:00

From Marc Carig:Derek Jeter is the top vote-getter among American League shortstops, according to Major League Baseball, which issued its first All-Star Game balloting update. At nearly 1.7 votes, Jeter ranks second only to the Rangers' Josh Hamilton (nearly 2.6 million) in overall votes. Jeter, who is batting a team-high .336, leads the AL with 75 hits. Center fielder Curtis Granderson (1.4 million) ranks behind Hamilton among outfielders and joins Jeter as one of two Yankees would have earne [..]

This Week in Yankees History (6/3-6/9)

Published on 2012-06-03 16:20:00

This Week in Yankees History June 3rd - June 9th June 3rd 1929 - The New York Yankees released veteran 1B George “Tioga” Burns (1928-1929). George Burns played briefly with the New York Yankees in 1928, before finishing his long MLB career with the Philadelphia A’s in 1929. In 1915 with the Detroit Tigers, he beat out fellow rookie Wally Pipp for the Tigers 1st base job, Pipp was sent to the Yankees in a trade. 1932 - New York Yankees 1B Lou Gehrig hit 4 consecutive HRs in a game, he narr [..]

Wow

Published on 2012-06-03 16:01:00

Girardi Believes Joba Will Pitch This Year

Published on 2012-06-03 15:53:00

From Roger Rubin:With reliever David Robertson and outfielder Brett Gardner close to beginning minor league rehab assignments, Joe Girardi is asked daily about their progress. On Saturday he brought other, unexpected, rehab news: reliever Joba Chamberlain is throwing pitches from halfway up a mound. And Girardi believes the righthander will return and contribute for the Bombers this season. “I believe he’ll be back,” Girardi said. “I am no doctor, no rehab therapist, but just knowing Jo [..]

Soriano Expected to Remain Closer After D-Rob Returns

Published on 2012-06-01 14:40:00

From Jon Heyman:The Yankees intend to keep Rafael Soriano as the closer even after David Robertson's return from the disabled list, people familiar with their thinking suggest. Soriano has been brilliant as the Yankees' third choice to close and is six for six in saves with an overall ERA of 1.96 now. Robertson, the Yankees' shutdown set-up man, would resume his set-up duties upon his return, which is expected to be in about two weeks. Robertson has a strained left oblique muscle. Robertson ha [..]

Yanks Targeting Matt Garza

Published on 2012-06-01 14:37:00

From Jon Heyman:If the Yankees decide they need a starter at the trade deadline, and it's loooking more likely they might, the pitcher that interests them most is Matt Garza of the Cubs. The Red Sox also could have interest in Garza, which could result in another showdown between baseball's biggest rivals. That would also represent a big benefit to the Cubs. Yankees people like the fact Garza is battle-tested in the American League East after acquiring too many pitchers from the National Leagu [..]

Regular Season Game 49: Yankees @ Angels

Published on 2012-05-29 21:29:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 49 YANKEES @ ANGELS First Pitch: 10:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (26-22) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Pitching: Andy Pettitte LHP (2-1, 2.53 ERA) ANGELS (25-25) Mike Trout LF Maicer Izturis 3B Albert Pujols DH Mark Trumbo 1B Howie Kendrick 2B Torii Hunter RF Erick Aybar SS Peter Bourjos CF Bobby Wilson C Pitching: Dan H [..]

Yanks Claim Igararshi Off Waivers

Published on 2012-05-29 21:27:00

In 81 Major League games, Igarashi is 5-2, with a 6.17 ERA. In 70 innings pitched he's allowed 48 ER on 77 hits, walked 48 and struck out 69.

Encouraging Workouts For Gardner & Robertson

Published on 2012-05-29 11:28:00

From Bryan Hoch:Brett Gardner and David Robertson inched one step closer to coming off the disabled list on Monday, working out at the Yankees' Minor League complex in Tampa, Fla. Gardner took dry swings to test his strained right elbow and Robertson played catch without feeling any discomfort from a strained left oblique, which is encouraging news for a Yankees club that is looking forward to their respective returns. "Everything went well, so they'll move on to whatever they have to do tomor [..]

Regular Season Game 48: Yankees @ Angels

Published on 2012-05-28 19:38:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 48 YANKEES @ ANGELS First Pitch: 9:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (26-21) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez DH Russell Martin C Starting Pitcher: RHP Phil Hughes (4-5, 4.94 ERA) ANGELS (24-25) Mike Trout CF Maicer Izturis 3B Albert Pujols 1B Kendry Morales DH Mark Trumbo 3B Howie Kendrick 2B Erick Aybar SS Peter Bourjos CF Bobby Wilson C S [..]

Pitching Matchups For Yankees @ Angels

Published on 2012-05-28 16:15:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 9:05 PM - TV: YES/MLBN - Radio: WCBS RHP Phil Hughes (4-5, 4.94) vs. RHP Jered Weaver (6-1, 2.61) Game 2: Tuesday @ 10:05 PM - TV: YES - Radio: WCBS LHP Andy Pettitte (2-1, 2.53) vs. RHP Dan Haren (2-5, 3.76) Game 3: Wednesday @ 10:05 PM - TV: YES/ESPN2 - Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (4-2, 5.69) vs. RHP Ervin Santana (2-6, 4.22)

Robertson's Return Put on Hold

Published on 2012-05-28 16:08:00

From George A. King III:There was a time last week when it appeared David Robertson had a chance to come off the disabled list next weekend against the Tigers. However, with the right-handed reliever reporting to the Yankees’ minor league complex in Tampa on Thursday to start a throwing program that will be followed by minor league rehab games, Detroit isn’t a destination for Robertson. “Not at all,’’ general manager Brian Cashman said. Robertson hasn’t pitched since May 11 due to [..]

Game 46: Yankees @ Athletics

Published on 2012-05-26 14:24:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 46 YANKEES @ ATHLETICS First Pitch: 4:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (24-21) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez LF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Chris Stewart C Starting Pitcher: LHP CC Sabathia (5-2, 3.78 ERA) ATHLETICS (22-24) Jemile Weeks 2B Coco Crisp CF Josh Reddick RF Jonny Gomes DH Josh Donaldson 3B Kurt Suzuki C Cliff Pennington SS Adam Rosales 1B Collin Cowgill LF Sta [..]

Yanks Sign Former Met, John Maine

Published on 2012-05-26 14:24:00

From Andrew Marchand:Looking to add depth to the organization's pitching, the Yankees have signed former Mets right-hander John Maine to a minor league contract, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman confirmed. Maine, who hasn't pitched in the major leagues since 2010, is expected to be insurance if he can come close to the form that saw him win as many as 15 games with the Mets five years ago. Since 2008, Maine has struggled with shoulder injuries. Last year, after posting a 7.43 ERA in 45 in [..]

Hal: Yanks Are Not For Sale

Published on 2012-05-24 10:46:00

So earlier today there was a report in the Daily News that said there have been rumors that the Yankees might be looking to sell after the recent deal made to sell the Dodgers. Here's a little bit more from the article:Rumors are flying in Major League Baseball and New York banking circles that the family that has owned Major League Baseball's premiere franchise since Cleveland shipbuilder George Steinbrenner purchased the club for $8.8 million in 1973 is exploring the possibility of selling the [..]

No Date Set For Rivera's Surgery

Published on 2012-05-23 11:27:00

From Roger Rubin: No date has been set for Rivera’s knee surgery, and the righthander remains on blood-thinning medication for the clot in his leg, discovered after he tore his right ACL on May 3. Rivera said the last time he was examined, the clot was still present. Once the problem is resolved, he will require a few days off the blood thinners before he can have the surgery. But the treatment to eliminate the clot could take as long as three months. “We’re trying to work the clot first, [..]

Burnett Says He Regrets Not Pitching Well With Yanks

Published on 2012-05-23 10:24:00

From WCBS: “I can’t even imagine what that place (Yankee Stadium) would have sounded like over there,” Burnett said before his Pirates lost to the Mets on Tuesday. “And there was maybe like two words that came out of the crowd here.” Burnett eventually settled down and got the win, allowing just three hits and two walks over seven innings pitched. It was a stark difference for the right-hander, who was known for his puzzling mid-game meltdowns while with the Yankees. “I guess that� [..]

Oh Look, Now Jeter's Hurt

Published on 2012-05-20 16:43:00

From Chad Jennings:Hit in the left wrist by a bad hop in the ninth inning, Jeter was in obvious discomfort on the field — he took his glove off and kept shaking his hand — but he said all the things you’d expect in the clubhouse: He’s fine, it’s no problem and there’s nothing to be worried about. “Hopefully it’s not a big deal, and he’ll be okay tomorrow,” Joe Girardi said. “But I’ll have to see.”Sorry, but based on this team's (bad) luck so far this year I'd have to a [..]

This Week in Yankees History (5/20-5/26)

Published on 2012-05-20 14:47:00

This Week in Yankees History

Nova Expected To Start on Saturday

Published on 2012-05-18 01:24:00

From Marc Carig:Despite a right ankle sprain that had put his next start in jeopardy, right-hander Ivan Nova remains on track to pitch against the Reds Saturday. Nova threw a light bullpen session at Rogers Centre Thursday. He also participated in a few drills to prove he’s capable of moving well enough to field his position. “It feels good,” Nova said. “I don’t think it’s going to be a problem.” ... “Our plans have been for him to start,” said manager Joe Girardi, though h [..]

Yanks Claim Infielder Matt Antonelli off Waivers

Published on 2012-05-18 01:20:00

Via YES.com:The Yankees announced Thursday afternoon that they have claimed infielder Matt Antonelli off waivers from the Baltimore Orioles, and he will report to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre this weekend. The 27-year-old Antonelli was batting .204 with one home run, seven RBI, and 19 walks in 29 games for Baltimore’s Triple-A affiliate in Norfolk. He has seen time all around the diamond this season, playing all four infield positions as well as left field.His only big league experience cam [..]

Game 37: Yankees @ Blue Jays

Published on 2012-05-16 17:38:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 37 YANKEES @ BLUE JAYS First Pitch: 7:07 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (20-16) Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibañez LF Eric Chavez DH Russell Martin C Jayson Nix SS Starting Pitcher: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (3-4, 3.56 ERA BLUE JAYS (19-18) Kelly Johnson 2B Erik Thames LF Jose Bautista RF Edwin Encarnacion 1B Brett Lawrie 3B Colby Rasmus CF JP Arencibia C Adam Lind DH Omar Vizquel SS St [..]

Kay and Kenny on the Yanks Offensive Woes

Published on 2012-05-16 11:45:00

Your browser does not support iframes. I'm not really sure why anyone would be surprised by the Yankees lack of clutch hitting, after all, this isn't a new problem. Apparently, fans have already begun to forget about last year's ALDS.

D-Rob to the DL

Published on 2012-05-16 09:32:00

From the AP via USA Today:Robertson was placed on the 15-day disabled list Tuesday with a strained muscle in his left ribcage. The right-hander was working as the fill-in closer for Rivera, who is likely to be sidelined the rest of the season after tearing a knee ligament on May 3. Robertson finished five games this season and was 0-1 with a 2.51 ERA and one save. He had not pitched since Friday because of discomfort in his ribcage, an injury diagnosed Tuesday as a strained oblique muscle. "We [..]

Hey, Guess What? More Injuries!

Published on 2012-05-15 01:17:00

Here's a rundown of the most recent rash of injuries to hit the Yankees clubhouse via Marc Carig:RHP Ivan Nova, sprained/bruised right ankle and foot, X-Rays negative The 25-year-old took a comebacker to his right ankle in the third inning and rolled the same ankle while making a defensive play in the sixth. After the game, Nova said his ankle was swollen and still in pain, though he didn't want to miss his next start. Of course, he may not have a choice in the matter. "That's a possibility," G [..]

Pettitte & Girardi On Pettitte's Return to the Mound

Published on 2012-05-13 19:48:00

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Game 34: Yankees vs. Mariners - Andy's Back!

Published on 2012-05-13 11:47:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 34 YANKEES vs MARINERS First Pitch: 1:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (19-14) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Grander CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Eric Chavez DH Russell Martin C Starting pitcher: LHP Andy Pettitte (0-0, -.-- ERA) MARINERS (15-20) Dustin Ackley 2B Casper Wells LF Ichiro Suzuki RF Jesus Montero C Justin Smoak 1B Alex Liddi 3B Michael Carp DH Michael Saunders CF Brendan Ryan SS Sta [..]

Yanks Claim Justin Thomas

Published on 2012-05-12 16:05:00

The left-handed reliever has a 4.14 ERA in eight seasons in the minors.

Game 33: Yankees vs. Mariners

Published on 2012-05-12 14:18:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 33 YANKEES vs MARINERS First Pitch: 4:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (18-14) Derek Jeter DH Curtis Grander CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher FF Raul Ibanez LF Russell Martin C Jayson Nix Starting pitcher: RHP Phil Hughes (2-4, 6.67 ERA) MARINERS (15-19) Dustin Ackley 2B John Jaso C Ichiro Suzuki RF Jesus Montero DH Kyle Seager 3B Mike Carp LF Justin Smoak 1B Michael Saunders CF Munenori Kawasaki SS Starting [..]

Nunez Sent Down

Published on 2012-05-11 16:30:00

From Marc Carig:Eduardo Nunez's error-filled tenure in the Bronx is over -- for now. After committing two critical errors last night, the Yankees optioned Nunez to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes Barre to make room for backup third baseman Eric Chavez, who was activated from the seven-day disabled list for concussions. "We've asked Nuney to do some things that you usually ask more of veteran player to do, to play third, short, second, left, right," manager Joe Girardi said. "And for the best interest [..]

Game 31: Yankees vs. Rays

Published on 2012-05-10 17:07:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 31 YANKEES vs RAYS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (16-14) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez DH Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez 3B Chris Stewart C Starting pitcher: LHP CC Sabathia (4-0, 4.15 ERA) RAYS (20-11) Ben Zobrist RF Sean Rodriguez 3B BJ Upton CF Jeff Keppinger DH CF Brandon Guyer LF Carlos Pena 1B Elliot Johnson SS Chris Gimenez C Will Ryhmes 2B Star [..]

So much for that... Gardner Suffers Setback

Published on 2012-05-10 17:01:00

Ok, so I guess that earlier report that Gardner was going to be activated was wrong. In fact, Gardner felt soreness in had some swelling in his elbow and is now headed for an MRI. Cross your fingers, because with this team's luck he'll need some sort of surgery.

Beyond the Box Score: An In-Depth Interview with Kim Austin, mother of Yankee Prospect Tyler Austin

Published on 2012-05-10 13:30:00

Trevor Wolff: When we last spoke, you said that Mariana Bichette’s experiences on draft day hit close to home for you.

Expect Gardner to be Activated Tonight

Published on 2012-05-10 12:55:00

From Sweeny Murti:Yankees left fielder Brett Gardner is likely to be activated from the disabled list on Thursday night, reports WFAN’s Sweeny Murti. The speedster was not with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees — the Bombers’ Triple-A affiliate — for their day game on Thursday, so it’s likely that he’ll be in the Bronx this evening.Good news. His defense and speed will certainly help, plus, before he went down he was also hitting a very nice .321.

Pineda Sits Down for a Q&A with Sweeny Murti

Published on 2012-05-09 12:31:00

Here's a little bit of the Q&A with injured starter Michael Pineda: Q: How do you feel right now? A: Right now I feel really good. Q: How disappointing is it to be here (at Yankee Stadium) and not being able to pitch? A: It’s a little hard for me, you know, because I was so excited in spring training to be coming to New York. It’s New York and I was so excited! But today I came here because I want to be here with my team… and I was excited today too because my father is comin [..]

Rays Fans Can't Catch

Published on 2012-05-08 14:34:00

Complications for Mo

Published on 2012-05-08 11:48:00

From George A. King III: Mariano Rivera’s visit with surgeons yesterday was expected to result in a date for surgery to repair a torn right ACL.

Tenacious "D"

Published on 2012-05-07 23:22:00

When Dante Bichette Jr. was selected in the second round (51st overall) in the 2011 draft, it was criticized.

Warning: Don't Get Your Phil Hughes Hopes Up

Published on 2012-05-07 10:33:00

So Phil Hughes didn't get bombed yesterday, against a team with 9 wins and the 4th lowest run total in the AL, and now suddenly everyone thinks the guy has figured it out. Let's look at some headlines, shall we? - Ken Davidoff says, the "Yankees should keep Hughes in rotation." - John Harper believes that Hughes is turning things around and turning heads with his newly found velocity. (OMG HE THREW 95 MPH!!! OMG!!!) - Sweeny Murti also thinks Hughes may have started to "figure it out". Seri [..]

Beyond the Box Score: An In-Depth Interview with Mariana Bichette

Published on 2012-05-05 15:43:00

I had the pleasure of being able to speak with Mariana Bichette, mother of top Yankee prospect Dante Bichette Jr.

Mariano: I'm Not Going Out Like This

Published on 2012-05-04 17:17:00

So much for those fears that yesterday's injury would be the end for Mariano: "I'm coming back. Write it down in big letters. I'm not going out like this", said Rivera. "I love to play the game. To me, going out like this isn't the right way." Here's a little more from the NYPost:“He mentioned three, four months, five months (until he can start working out). Depends on how I can take it," Rivera said. "He did my shoulder before. I’m a quick healer. That’s good. That’s all good.” Now [..]

Mo Out For Season With Torn ACL

Published on 2012-05-04 00:53:00

Here's the worst news you've probably heard all day via Bryan Hoch:Rivera has been diagnosed with a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee, suffered while chasing a batting practice fly ball near the center field wall this evening in Kansas City. The torn ACL was diagnosed by the Royals’ team physicians after an MRI at an area hospital tonight. He will be evaluated by the Yankees’ team physicians in New York, but the club is not expecting a miracle — his season is almost certai [..]

Mo Twists Knee Shagging Fly Balls in BP

Published on 2012-05-03 20:52:00

Mariano Rivera had to be carted off the field after injuring his knee shagging fly balls during batting practice. According to Bryan Hoch, the Yankees are saying he has a twisted right knee. He was sent for an MRI during the game tonight. Mark Feinsand reports the Yankees are obviously very concerned. Despite reports at the scene that described the injury as a twisted knee, Yankee officials were bracing for the worse, i.e., structural damage. Rivera, who many Yankees have said for years would [..]

Game 24: Yankees vs. Orioles

Published on 2012-05-02 16:55:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 24 YANKEES vs ORIOLES First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (13-10) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Raul Ibanez RF Eric Chavez 3B Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Starting pitcher: RHP Ivan Nova (3-0, 5.18 ERA) ORIOLES (15-9) Endy Chavez LF J.J. Hardy SS Nick Markakis RF Adam Jones CF Matt Wieters C Chris Davis 1B Nick Johnson DH Mark Reynolds 3B Robert Andino 2B Starting p [..]

Gardner's Return Delayed

Published on 2012-05-02 12:48:00

From Marc Carig: Left fielder Brett Gardner is eligible to come off the disabled list Thursday, though Girardi called his activation on that day “a little doubtful.” Gardner is ticketed to make at least one appearance in a minor-league game, which will likely push back his return from a strained left elbow. If Gardner isn’t back on the roster by later this week, Eduardo Nunez may see more time in the outfield, with the Royals scheduled to start two left-handers. Great, we get to see mor [..]

Yanks Want To See Better Results From Pettitte

Published on 2012-05-02 00:54:00

From Sean Brennan:Andy Pettitte is scheduled to make at least one more minor-league start either Saturday or Sunday. Where that next start occurs and whether that will be his final tune-up before his return to pinstripes is to be determined. “They have to look at the schedule and see which town fits him the best,” Joe Girardi said. “We know Scranton is on the road a lot, so will it be home in Trenton? They’ll look at weather, too.” Girardi wasn’t sure if Pettitte will need more tha [..]

Yanks Fan vs. Sox Fan @ Yanks-Tigers

Published on 2012-05-01 13:54:00

Here's a couple videos of a recent brawl at the stadium that's been going around the interwebs today. The fight was between a few female Yankees & Red Sox fans (Why were they at Yanks-Tigers?). Part One Part Two Ain't that a kick in the head?

Andy Says He Can Help Yanks Right Now

Published on 2012-05-01 10:56:00

From the Sporting News: Andy Pettitte on Monday declared himself ready to rejoin the New York Yankees, following a 96-pitch outing in extended spring training. The lefthander's line wasn't great—six runs (five earned), 10 hits, eight strikeouts and no walks in six innings against the Phillies—but Pettitte was more focused with how he threw. "I feel I'm strong enough and ready to make my next start with (the Yankees)," Pettitte told the team's website. "I feel good and it was another sol [..]

MLB to Make Changes to Interleague Play?

Published on 2012-05-01 09:57:00

From Adam Rubin:Major League Baseball is working on a scheduling reconfiguration for the 2013 season and beyond that likely will eliminate the Mets and Yankees as well as other "natural rivals" playing home-and-home, six-game series annually, baseball sources told ESPNNewYork.com. With the Houston Astros moving to the American League West next season and the leagues becoming balanced at 15 teams apiece, natural rivals throughout baseball no longer will be guaranteed six games a season and home- [..]

Swish Leaves Game With Tight Left Hammy

Published on 2012-04-29 14:21:00

Nick Swisher left today's game with a tight left hamstring and will go for a precautionary MRI. Hopefully it's nothing too serious.

Garcia to the Pen, Phelps to the Rotation

Published on 2012-04-29 13:42:00

From Bryan Hoch:Freddy Garcia has been dispatched to the Yankees' bullpen, with rookie David Phelps first in line to take the veteran right-hander's place in the rotation. Garcia was battered by the Tigers for six runs in 1 2/3 innings on Saturday in a 7-5 Yankees loss, the second straight start Garcia only recorded five outs, and the change did not come as a shock to the hurler. "When you're pitching [poorly] out of the rotation, what do you expect?" Garcia said. "When you don't do your job, [..]

Game 20: Yankees vs. Tigers

Published on 2012-04-28 13:44:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 20 YANKEES vs Tigers First Pitch: 4:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (11-8) Derek Jeter DH Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Starting Pitcher: RHP Freddy Garcia (0-1, 9.75 ERA, 1.92 WHIP) TIGERS (10-10) Austin Jackson CF Brennan Boesch RF Miguel Cabrera 3B Prince Fielder 1B Andy Dirks LF Brad Eldred DH Alex Avila C Jhonny Peralta SS Ramon Sa [..]

The Trade That Just Keeps Giving: Surgery For Pineda

Published on 2012-04-25 16:05:00

So, what will the defenders of this deal say now? Just to break things down for you, instead of A) trading Montero for Cliff Lee a couple years ago, or B) keeping your best hitting prospect, the Yankees traded him for a guy who had one good half of a season and is now headed for shoulder surgery. Fantastic! No word yet on how long Pineda will be on the shelf, but I can only assume it will be a while. People are speculated that he'll be done for the year, and the only info I could find was tha [..]

Garcia To Start On Saturday

Published on 2012-04-24 23:30:00

Following tonight's loss in Arlington, Joe Girardi announced that the Yankees will have their normal rotation after Thursday’s off day and will not be skipping Freddy Garcia. It was widely assumed that the Yanks would skip the struggling right-hander with the Tigers in town this weekend, but instead Garcia will get the ball on Saturday, with Nova pitching on Friday and CC finishing off the series on Sunday. If the Yankees had skipped Garcia, he would likely have pitched on Monday against the O [..]

No News On Pineda After MRI

Published on 2012-04-24 22:06:00

From Mark Feinsand:Michael Pineda was examined by Yankees team physician Dr. Chris Ahmad Tuesday, undergoing a dye-contrast MRI on his injured right shoulder. The team did not release the results, as Pineda's agent, Fern Cuza, had already requested that his client be seen by arm specialist Dr. David Altchek, even before the MRI had been scheduled. Joe Girardi was not disturbed by the fact that Pineda wanted a second opinion. He was already troubled by the fact that the pitcher had to leave his [..]

Matsui to Sign With Tampa

Published on 2012-04-24 13:47:00

I hate seeing former Yankees, especially those with WS MVP awards, signing with a division rival. Hopefully he does well when they play the Red Sox.

Game 16: Yankees @ Rangers

Published on 2012-04-23 17:10:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 16 YANKEES @ RANGERS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (9-6) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez DH Chris Stewart C Starting Pitcher: LHP CC Sabathia (1-0, 5.59 ERA) RANGERS (13-3) Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Josh Hamilton LF Michael Young 3B Mike Napoli 1B Nelson Cruz RF Yorvit Torrealba C Brandon Snyder DH Craig Gentry CF S [..]

Garcia to be skipped?

Published on 2012-04-23 00:57:00

From George A. King III: Joe Girardi has his rotation set through Friday night against the Tigers at Yankee Stadium. What the Yankees manager doesn’t have — at least publicly — is a starter for Saturday. Since last night’s game against the Red Sox at Fenway Park was washed out, CC Sabathia starts tonight against the Rangers instead of working last night. Ivan Nova goes Friday, but Girardi has options for Saturday. He can bring Sabathia back on regular rest or go with the struggling Fr [..]

This Week in Yankees History (4/22-4-28)

Published on 2012-04-22 23:16:00

This Week in Yankees History April 22nd - April 28th April 22nd 1881 - Former Yankees INF Neal Ball (1907-1908) was born (1881-1957). Neal Ball hit .241 in 155 games for the Yankees, before he was sold to Cleveland. 1903 - At American League Park, the New York Highlanders lost their 1st game to the Washington Senators by the score of 3-1, before 11,950 fans. Washington elects to bat 1st, but the New Yorkers score in the bottom of the opening inning to take a 1-0 lead. Each starter gives up 6 hi [..]

Yanks-Sox Finale Postponed

Published on 2012-04-22 15:12:00

Pettitte To Start For Double-A Trenton on Wednesday

Published on 2012-04-22 11:58:00

From George A. King III:Andy Pettitte is no longer just a hopeful wish to give the Yankees rotation a boost. The 39-year-old un-retired lefty is scheduled to start for Double-A Trenton on Wednesday in New Jersey. It will be Pettitte’s fourth minor league outing, and he likely will throw 80 to 85 pitches. After that the Yankees likely would want Pettitte to come close to the 100-pitch mark in his final two minor league games. “It’s getting closer to reality now,’’ Girardi said of Pett [..]

Swisher's 2-Run Double From Inside Fenway

Published on 2012-04-22 00:55:00

(No, I was not there.)

The Montero Trade Just Keeps Getting Better!

Published on 2012-04-21 17:03:00

From Matt Snyder:Yankees starting pitcher Michael Pineda has been shut down again due to weakness in his right shoulder, manager Joe Girardi told reporters Saturday (including Danny Knobler of CBSSports.com). Pineda was scheduled to throw two innings in an extended spring training game. Now he's scheduled to see a Doctor Monday in Tampa. "I can't tell you when we'll get him back now," said Girardi. Pineda, 23, was the Yankees' big ticket acquisition this past offseason, as they traded promisin [..]

Game 14: Yankees @ Red Sox

Published on 2012-04-20 13:06:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 14 YANKEES @ RED SOX First Pitch: 3:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (7-6) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Starting Pitcher: RHP Ivan Nova (2-0, 4.15 ERA) RED SOX (4-8) Mike Aviles SS Ryan Sweeney RF Dustin Pedroia 2B Adrian Gonzalez 1B David Ortiz DH Kevin Youkilis 3B Jarrod Saltalamacchia C Cody Ross LF Jason Repko C Starting [..]

Yanks Sign Nelson Figueroa

Published on 2012-04-20 12:39:00

Game 13: Yankees vs. Twins

Published on 2012-04-19 18:12:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 13 YANKEES vs. TWINS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (6-6) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano DH Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez LF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez 2B Starting Pitcher: RHP Phil Hughes (0-2, 9.00 ERA, 6.54 FIP) TWINS (4-8) Denard Span CF Jamey Carroll SS Joe Mauer C Josh Willingham LF Justin Morneau DH Ryan Doumit RF Danny Valencia 3B Chris Parmelee 1B Alexi Casilla 2B [..]

Yanks To Wear Throwback Uniform For Opener on Friday

Published on 2012-04-19 17:45:00

If you did not know--I was out all day yesterday and did not know either--the Yankees and Red Sox will be wearing 1912 throwback uniforms on Friday to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fenway Park. The Red Sox have worn these throwbacks before (below), but this will be a first for the Yankees. It'll be odd seeing the Yanks in something other than the usual road greys, but being that it was the Yankees Highlanders who were the visitors when Fenway opened in 1912, it'll be cool to see it all [..]

Yanks Have No Plans To Talk Extension With Martin

Published on 2012-04-19 17:20:00

As Heyman says, this is standard practice for the Yanks. In other Martin-related "news", he doesn't hate the Red Sox anymore. Well, actually he never did:

Gardner to the DL

Published on 2012-04-19 11:13:00

From Mark Feinsand:Brett Gardner is headed to the disabled list with a bone bruise and strain of his right elbow, an injury he seemed to suffer while making a sliding catch in the third inning Tuesday. ... “He took BP today and said he felt fine, but when he went to take his swings in the cage at 6:20 or 6:30, it wasn’t fine,” Girardi said. “At some point in between that, it must have flared up.” I was told that Gardner only took a handful of swings during BP, telling people that [..]

Tonight's Yankees Lineup & Other News

Published on 2012-04-17 16:45:00

Derek Jeter DH Nick Swisher 1B Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Andruw Jones RF Curtis Granderson CF Eduardo Nunez SS Brett Gardner LF Chris Stewart C CC Sabathia LHP - Teixeira will sit due to flu-like symptoms. - Just a normal off day for Russell Martin, who is currently hitting .160 after going hitless in his last 9 ABs. Seems like he could use the day, no? - Andy Pettitte will pitch for class-A Tampa on Friday. - Michael Pineda was on the mound yesterday and threw a 26-pitch bullpen [..]

You're the Yankees GM.....Your Move.

Published on 2012-04-17 00:35:00

I like to blog because I enjoy telling everyone out there how I feel about various topics. Us bloggers don't have filters & whatever we feel like saying, we're going to publish it whether people are going to agree with that opinion or not.

Game 10: Yankees vs. Twins

Published on 2012-04-16 17:23:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 10 YANKEES vs. TWINS First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (5-4) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Starting Pitcher: RHP Freddy Garcia (0-0, 5.97 ERA) TWINS (2-7) Denard Span CF Jamey Carroll SS Joe Mauer DH Josh Willingham LF Justin Morneau 1B Ryan Doumit C Danny Valencia 3B Clete Thomas RF Alexi Casilla 2B Star [..]

Looking Like Andy's Targeting a Mid May Return

Published on 2012-04-16 03:02:00

From Mark Hale:The way things looked for Andy Pettitte after yesterday’s minor league outing, it seemed possible he would need just two more starts before rejoining the Yankees. Pettitte’s return to the major league seemed imminent, meaning Phil Hughes might get just two more turns to solve his woes. Both Pettitte and Hughes, however, will be getting more time. Following Pettitte’s second minor league game yesterday in Tampa, manager Joe Girardi said the un-retired lefty still will make [..]

Tebow and Wade Receive A Bronx Cheer

Published on 2012-04-16 02:51:00

From ESPN New York:Tim Tebow has work to do if he's going to win over New York sports fans. The new backup quarterback for the Jets was booed at Yankee Stadium on Sunday night when he was shown on the giant video board -- even though he was wearing a Yankees cap. Sitting in the third row next to the Los Angeles Angels dugout, Tebow cracked a smile and acknowledged the camera. There was a smattering of cheers, but most of the initial reactions were boos. ... Sitting next to Tebow was Miami He [..]

Game 9: Yankees vs. Angels

Published on 2012-04-15 18:42:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 9 YANKEES vs ANGELS First Pitch: 8:05 PM | TV: ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (4-4) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Starting Pitcher: RHP Ivan Nova (1-0, 2.57 ERA) ANGELS (3-5) Erick Aybar SS Howie Kendrick 2B Albert Pujols 1B Torii Hunter RF Vernon Wells CF Bobby Abreu LF Mark Trumbo DH Maicer Izturis 3B Chris Iannetta C Starting Pit [..]

Game 7: Yankees vs. Angels - Opening Day in The Bronx

Published on 2012-04-13 10:07:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 7 YANKEES vs ANGELS First Pitch: 1:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (3-3) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (0-01, 6.35 ERA) ANGELS (2-4) Erick Aybar SS Bobby Abreu RF Albert Pujols 1B Kendrys Morales DH Mark Trumbo 3B Vernon Wells LF Maicer Izturis 2B Chris Iannetta C Peter Bourjos CF Pitching: RHP [..]

Scouts Say Jeter Looks "Quicker"

Published on 2012-04-13 01:35:00

From George A. King III:Veteran scouts who have watched Derek Jeter since 1996 believe he has gotten quicker at 37 than in previous seasons. “His legs look quicker,’’ said a scout who watched Jeter play against Baltimore this week. “The first step out of the box is quicker. It doesn’t seem to show up in his range in the field, but the first step from the plate is quicker.’’ The scout timed Jeter in 4.24 and 4.25 seconds from home to first. The major league average from the right- [..]

Posada To Throw Out First Pitch Tomorrow

Published on 2012-04-12 12:43:00

From David Waldstein:It has been six months since an emotional Jorge Posada walked out of Yankee Stadium, unable to express himself publicly except through his tears. Posada knew that night, after the Yankees’ season-ending loss to the Detroit Tigers, that he had played his final game as a Yankee. ... But on Friday, Posada will have his chance to see how much the fans appreciated him. The Yankees announced on Wednesday that Posada would throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Friday’s [..]

Kuroda Worried About His Stadium Opening Start

Published on 2012-04-12 10:34:00

From Andrew Marchand:Hiroki Kuroda has never played in Yankee Stadium. So when he throws the first home pitch for the Yankees a little after 1 p.m. on Friday, he will have more nerves than anything else. "Rather than being excited, I'm more worried about how I'm going to perform," Kuroda said through his interpreter. ... "Since I've never pitched at Yankee Stadium, I'm a little bit pre-occupied," Kuroda said. "I just have to do my best." Kuroda added that he's "honored" to be getting the ball [..]

The Pinstripes Turn 100 Today

Published on 2012-04-11 13:06:00

From Bobbie Dittmeier: In a wooden ballpark located on The Hilltop in upper Manhattan, northwest of the Polo Grounds and close to the shores of the Hudson River, the New York Highlanders were ready to open their 1912 season. Their opponents on this day, April 11, were the Boston Red Sox. They were not rivals. The Highlanders, commonly called the Yankees but a year away from formally taking on the name, had altered their uniforms nearly every year since their arrival from Baltimore in 1903. This [..]

Soriano Likely Unavailable Tonight

Published on 2012-04-11 12:33:00

From Lou DiPietro:The Yankees may be a little short in the bullpen when they close their season-opening six-game road trip in Baltimore on Wednesday night. Reliever Rafael Soriano tore the nail on his right middle finger while warming up during Tuesday night’s win over the Orioles, and manager Joe Girardi isn’t sure if Soriano will be available for the series finale. "He tore his nail on a slider," Girardi told the media when asked why Soriano was warmed up during the seventh inning and th [..]

Game 4: Yankees @ Orioles

Published on 2012-04-09 17:30:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 4 Yankees @ Orioles First Pitch: 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-3) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez DH Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez 3B Starting Pitcher: RHP Ivan Nova ORIOLES (3-0) Nolan Reimold LF J.J. Hardy SS Nick Markakis RF Adam Jones CF Matt Wieters C Mark Reynolds 3B Wilson Betemit DH Chris Davis 1B Robert Andino 2B Starting Pitcher: LHP Brian M [..]

Repeat After Me "Giambi Wasn't a Bust"

Published on 2012-04-09 17:04:00

Jason Giambi has not been a New York Yankee since 2008 & ever since his last appearance; the masses have only been saying one thing about him.

How The Knicks Saved Easter (and Passover)

Published on 2012-04-08 17:37:00

I probably should be upset about this embarrassing season-opening sweep. After all, the Rays thoroughly outplayed and outcoached the Yanks in this three-game set. But I don't. Not at all actually. First of all, there's no reason to begin to panic over three games in April. Oh, and this happened: Hopefully, most of you are Knicks fans and were able to enjoy this in the midst of the Yankees ugly opening series. If not, well that's what you get for rooting for the Nets. Happy Easter and Happy Pa [..]

Game 3: Yankees @ Rays

Published on 2012-04-08 13:02:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 3 YANKEES @ RAYS First Pitch: 1:40 PM | TV: YES/TBS | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-2) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher DH Raul Ibanez RF Brett Gardner LF Chris Stewart C RHP Phil Hughes (0-0, -.-- ERA) RAYS (2-0) Desmond Jennings CF Carlos Pena 1B Evan Longoria 3B Matt Joyce LF Ben Zobrist RF Luke Scott DH Jeff Keppinger 2B Jose Molina C Sean Rodriguez SS RHP Jeremy Hellickson (0-0, -.-- [..]

Game 2: Yankees @ Rays

Published on 2012-04-07 17:37:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 2 YANKEES @ RAYS First Pitch: 7:10 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-1) Derek Jeter DH Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Starting Pitcher: RHP Hiroki Kuroda (0-0, ---) RAYS (1-0) Desmond Jennings CF Carlos Pena 1B Evan Longoria 3B Matt Joyce LF Ben Zobrist RF Luke Scott DH Jeff Keppinger 2B Jose Lobaton C Reid Brignac SS Starting Pitcher: LHP [..]

Girardi on Why He Overmanaged Yesterday's 1st Inning

Published on 2012-04-07 13:49:00

From Chad Jennings:Girardi said intentionally loading the bases in the first inning was because of the matchup and because of the opposing starter. CC Sabathia had great numbers against Carlos Pena, and Girardi expected a low-scoring game against James Shields. “Sean Rodriguez has hit (Sabathia) hard,” Girardi explained. “And it’s not something I’ll do a lot in the first inning with CC, but as I said, Shields has been pretty tough on us. … I felt good about CC getting him out, but it [..]

Pettitte to Make Extended Spring Start on Monday

Published on 2012-04-06 18:04:00

From Lou DiPietro:After finishing a strong week with a successful bullpen session on Friday morning, Andy Pettitte has been scheduled to start an Extended Spring Training game for the Yankees on Monday. Pettitte...threw a 45-pitch bullpen session at the Yankees’ facility in Tampa Friday and reported no issues. He will now take the mound on Monday to face a Phillies Minor-League squad, and Yankees manager Joe Girardi said that Pettitte told him on Thursday night that his arm felt great.It see [..]

Hoch: Pineda Likely Out Until Early May

Published on 2012-04-06 15:51:00

From Bryan Hoch:Yankees right-hander Michael Pineda will remain behind at the club's Minor League complex in Tampa, Fla., when the team goes north, and he's unlikely to pitch at the Major League level in April. Pineda was placed on the 15-day disabled list with right rotator cuff tendinitis, retroactive to March 31, and he made about 25 tosses on flat ground during the Yankees' workout at Tropicana Field on Thursday. "I think if he wouldn't have been able to play catch, we wouldn't have been t [..]

Game 1: Yankees @ Rays --- Opening Day!

Published on 2012-04-06 11:41:00

REGULAR SEASON GAME 1 YANKEES @ RAYS First Pitch: 3:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-0) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Mark Teixeira 1B Nick Swisher RF Raul Ibanez DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (0-0, --- ERA) RAYS (0-0) Desmond Jennings CF Ben Zobrist RF Evan Longoria 3B Jeff Keppinger DH Sean Rodriguez SS Carlos Pena 1B Elliott Johnson 2B Jose Molina C Matt Joyce LF Pitching: RHP James Sh [..]

Yanks Opening Day Roster

Published on 2012-04-04 21:30:00

Catchers Russell Martin Chris Stewart Infielders Robinson Cano Mark Teixeira Derek Jeter Alex Rodriguez Eduardo Nunez Eric Chavez Outfielders Brett Gardner Curtis Granderson Nick Swisher Raul Ibanez Andruw Jones Starting Pitchers CC Sabathia Hiroki Kuroda Ivan Nova Phil Hughes Freddy Garcia Relievers David Phelps Boone Logan Clay Rapada Cory Wade Rafael Soriano David Robertson Mariano Rivera The Yankees also signed Ramon Ortiz to a minor-league deal

Yanks Trade Kontos to Giants for Chris Stewart

Published on 2012-04-04 14:46:00

In 183 at-bats with the Giants last season, the 29-year-old (http://www.baseball-reference.com/players/s/stewach01.shtml) hit .204/.283/.309 with 3 HR and 10 RBI. He also threw out 39% of runners trying to steal. Cervelli threw out just 14% in each of the last two years.

Yanks Release Jorge Vazquez

Published on 2012-04-04 13:49:00

Boone Logan Having Some Back Problems

Published on 2012-04-04 10:39:00

According to those who've watched spring training this year, Clay Rapada looks like he'll be the main lefty out of the pen as the season begins.

Marchand: Pettitte to See Game Action vs. Mets

Published on 2012-04-03 13:52:00

From Andrew Marchand:New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte will see game action for the first time since ending his brief retirement when he pitches against the New York Mets in Wednesday's spring training finale. Pettitte is set to go one inning at Steinbrenner Field. The left-hander called it a big step in his return after his workout on Tuesday. Pettitte ended a one-season retirement by agreeing to a minor league contract on March 16. He could be ready to join the Yankees in May. Pettitte [..]

Nick Swisher: Great Ballplayer, Even Better Person

Published on 2012-04-01 23:18:00

Among the thousands of professional athletes throughout the world, there are so many out there that have to bicker over the very last dollar on their contract.

Pettitte Still Needs His Pitching Legs

Published on 2012-04-01 16:15:00

From George A. King III:Andy Pettitte’s arm is fine, but his legs still require work. “They are not in shape,’’ the Yankees pitcher said after throwing two innings of a simulated game at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa on Saturday morning. “I don’t know how I will continue to progress. … Normally you hit a point where you kind of go, but … I could definitely tell that I wouldn’t have had many more pitches and being strong where I want to get them.’’ Pettitte threw 3 [..]

Yankees Sign RHP Jason Bulger to Minor-League Deal

Published on 2012-04-01 14:02:00

Here's more info via the Yankees press release:"Today the Yankees signed RHP Jason Bulger to a minor league contract. He will report to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday. Bulger appeared in five games for Los Angeles-AL in 2011, posting an 0-1 record with a 0.96 ERA (9.1IP, 6H, 4R, 1ER, 10BB, 7K, 2HR). He spent the majority of the season with Triple-A Salt Lake, appearing in 35 games with a 1-0 record and a 4.03 ERA (38.0IP, 31H, 17ER, 17BB, 49K, 7HR). Originally drafted by Arizona in [..]

Pineda to the DL

Published on 2012-03-31 13:57:00

From Pete Caldera:Michael Pineda has tendinitis in the back of his right shoulder – a relief for manager Joe Girardi that it wasn’t anything more serious. Still, the 23-year-old right-hander will start the season on the disabled list. An MRI taken this morning at Tampa confirmed the diagnosis. “(We’re) very relieved, because the rest of the MRI came out good,’’ Girardi said at Kissimmee, where the Yankees are set to take on the Astros. So, Freddy Garcia has made the rotation, with [..]

Rotation Decision Coming Soon

Published on 2012-03-29 10:26:00

From WFAN:Hiroki Kuroda went seven innings for the Yankees, allowing two runs and a homer while striking out six. Yankees manager Joe Girardi has said that Kuroda has solidified his spot as the team’s No. 2 starter behind CC Sabathia. “The other years, we were almost searching for the five starters,” Girardi said. “This year, I think we’ve got six quality guys.” Girardi expects to set his rotation this weekend. Phil Hughes, Ivan Nova, Freddy Garcia and Michael Pineda are competing [..]

Yanks Sign Jack Cust

Published on 2012-03-28 12:35:00

Clearly the Yankees are a little concerned with Ibanez's struggles and bat speed and felt the need to pick up a little insurance at the DH spot. It's another quality trash-heap signing by Cashman. Cust hit just .213/.344/.329 with 3 HR and 23 RBI in 225 at-bats for Seattle, but in 2010 he did have one of hit better overall offensive seasons. That season year he hit .272/.395/.438 with 13 HR and 52 RBI in 425 ABs.

Don't Underestimate the Value of a Relief Prospect

Published on 2012-03-27 08:57:00

Prospect analysts throughout baseball rarely show the love to minor league relief pitchers.

Olney: Joba Injury Reports Were Grossly Exaggerated

Published on 2012-03-26 14:22:00

From Buster Olney:Joba Chamberlain is likely to speak to reporters later in the week, and he's expected to tell them his life was never in jeopardy after his accident last Thursday.Obviously that's very good news, but here's to another terrible job by certain members of the media for reporting this false rumors as fact. Well done.

More Details on Joba's Horrible and Almost Life-Threatening Injury

Published on 2012-03-23 15:57:00

From the NY Daily News:Joba Chamberlain lost so much blood Thursday when he hurt his ankle while playing with his son that there initially was concern for his life, a Yankees' source said. At the very least, the gruesome open dislocation of Chamberlain's right ankle could be career-threatening and probably will preclude Chamberlain from pitching for the Yankees this season. .... "Keep him in our prayers, because obviously he's facing a lot right now," said Cashman, who appeared shaken while d [..]

Joba Dislocates Ankle While Playing With Son

Published on 2012-03-23 10:36:00

From the AP:The New York Yankees say reliever Joba Chamberlain has had surgery after dislocating his right ankle while with his son at a play area. There is no timetable for his return. General manager Brian Cashman said Friday that Chamberlain had surgery Thursday night and will be hospitalized for at least a few days. Cashman says the accident happened Thursday afternoon while Chamberlain and his son were at a Tampa-area spot that has trampoline equipment. The team is not saying whether Cha [..]

Valentine Upset at Girardi for Ending Game in a Tie

Published on 2012-03-23 00:54:00

From Mark Feinsand:Bobby Valentine thought he earned another inning of play against the Yankees when the suicide squeeze he called brought the game-tying run home in the ninth Thursday night. Instead, he got a 4-4 tie, one that left the Red Sox manager puzzled. “The umpire came over and said we couldn’t play,” Valentine said. “I don’t care about not playing. It’s just, why do I have to warm up my pitcher who’s trying to make a team come in in a tie game against the Yankees and ma [..]

Not Feeling the Pettitte Signing

Published on 2012-03-21 10:55:00

I love Andy as much as the next guy. It's been an absolute pleasure watching him come up thru the system and becoming one of the faces of the franchise. In his prime, I felt nothing but confidence when Pettitte was on the mound. That was then & this is now. This is the year 2012, he is turning 40 years old in June, and he has not pitched in the big leagues in over a year. The Yankees have incredible depth, and this was before Pettitte signed. Word is that Andy is going to either start the [..]

Cano Leaves Game After Being Hit on Hand With Pitch (Updated - X-Rays Negative))

Published on 2012-03-18 22:39:00

(Update 11:45 PM) From Bryan Hoch:Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano left Sunday's Grapefruit League exhibition against the Orioles after being hit on the left hand by a pitch. Cano was batting in the sixth inning at Ed Smith Stadium against Baltimore left-hander Troy Patton when he swung at a pitch that clipped his hand, a sequence that was ruled a strikeout by first-base umpire Tim Welke. Cano doubled over in apparent pain and was immediately seen on the field by head athletic trainer Stev [..]

D-Rod Update

Published on 2012-03-18 21:06:00

Yankee Fan Stereotype

Published on 2012-03-16 17:11:00

Being a Yankees fan isn't as easy as one would think.

Pettitte's Back!

Published on 2012-03-16 12:22:00

Wow, this came out of nowhere.... Here's the story from Mark Feinsand:Andy Pettitte ended his one-year retirement, agreeing to a minor-league deal with the Yankees worth $2.5 million plus incentives. “He’s coming back,” a source said. The deal was first reported by the YES Network. Pettitte returned to camp earlier this spring, and though he indicated that he planned to remain retired, his three-day stint as a guest instructor “got his juices flowing,” a second source said, promptin [..]

Resigning Cano and Granderson Remains Part of Yanks Plans

Published on 2012-03-10 21:16:00

From Jon Heyman:Seeking to diffuse any notion that the Yankees won't be able to retain their buggest stars and perhaps suffer a major talent deficit in 2014 when a payroll cut is planned, team president Randy Levine said, "The plan contemplates (Robinson) Cano, (Curtis) Gransderson and a full championship team.'' The Yankees have said they plan to decrease their payroll from the low $200 millions to below $189 million to get below the luxury-tax threshhold for 2012, thus significantly reducing [..]

Times Sure Have Changed

Published on 2012-03-10 16:03:00

When I was a kid, my family & I would always go down to Florida every year to visit my grandparents in March. Not so coincidentally those trips were always planned around Spring Training. I remember standing by the bullpen or down the third base lines of Roger Dean Stadium in Jupiter in hopes of scoring an autograph from a big league player. Besides trying to get a lucky signature from someone (I did a fair amount), I was always awe struck when I got to see a household name up close. I also [..]

Good News For D-Rob

Published on 2012-03-09 17:52:00

From Mark Feinsand:The Yankees got some good news Friday afternoon, as the second round of tests showed nothing more than a bone bruise on top of Dave Robertson's right foot. “It’s a huge relief,” Joe Girardi said. “I got worried when they said there was a cause of concern, but obviously this is good news. “When they tell you there’s a cause for concern you’re thinking there could be something broken or who knows what it could have been? I saw him walk out yesterday; I wasn’t r [..]

Allow Myself to Introduce........Myself?

Published on 2012-03-09 01:19:00

Yes, that was an Austin Powers reference. Hello readers, my name is Trevor. I'm 27 & I'm from New Jersey. I'd be lying if I said I was a fan of Jersey. I do live in a nice neighborhood but there's just nothing to do & believe it or not, I am not a huge fan of going into the City. I'm more of a landscape kind of guy as opposed to busy streets and really tall buildings. I am a huge New York Yankees fan though, ironic, huh? I just grew up one as I'm sure most of us did. It's not easy to just [..]

This Week in Yankees History (3/4-3/10)

Published on 2012-03-08 13:42:00

This Week in Yankees History March 4th - March 10th March 4th 1891 - Former Yankees and HOF P Arthur “ Dazzy” Vance (1915,1918) was born (1891-1961). Arthur “Dazzy” Vance was acquired by the New York Yankees from the Pittsburgh Pirates during the 1915 MLB season. He didn’t pitch for the Yankees in 1916 or 1917 AL seasons due to arm injuries. He went 0-3 in 10 games with the Yankees. He would recover, after being picked up by the Brooklyn Dodgers in 1922. He was named the National Le [..]

D-Rob Hurts Foot Falling Down Steps

Published on 2012-03-08 11:38:00

From Anthony McCarron:David Robertson, one of the most valuable pitchers on the Yankee staff and a potential heir apparent as closer if Mariano Rivera retires after this season, could miss a chunk of spring training with what the Yanks are calling a "mid-foot sprain." Robertson stumbled down the stairs while moving boxes Wednesday night and injured his right foot, the one he pushes off the mound with, Joe Girardi said Thursday morning. Girardi first said Robertson "fell down the stairs" but lat [..]

Mo May Announce His Plans By The All Star Break

Published on 2012-03-07 10:45:00

From Kevin Kernan:All signs point to the great Rivera retiring after the 2012 season. When he retires, in many ways, Rivera will be just beginning his life’s work and will do so through his church, the Refuge of Hope. There are much bigger games to save. He revealed to The Post yesterday he will announce his decision before midseason. “I have to fight for my salvation,’’ Rivera said. “I have to work for that. That is what makes a real closer. That is the game I would love to close. T [..]

Something To Pay Attention To: Pineda's Velocity

Published on 2012-03-06 09:42:00

While Michael Pineda's spring debut went well, there was one thing that surprised some scouts in the audience:

Better Know a Prospect Countdown: 20 - 11

Published on 2012-03-06 09:00:00

Before delving into my constantly evolving (and therefore somewhat arbitrary) rankings, I felt it would be prudent to provide a few token honorable mentions:Zoilo Almonte has all the makings of a league-average corner outfielder. He's a switch hitter with five average or so tools (and increasing productivity against southpaws), and he could probably fake center field in a pinch without embarrassing himself terribly. The shockingly still only 22-year-old Jairo Heredia is perpetually a healthy yea [..]

Today's News: Pineda's Debut, Nunez Hurt

Published on 2012-03-05 14:32:00

- Michael Pineda made his spring training debut today for the Yanks against the Phillies at Bright House Field and pitched well. Here's a breakdown from Pete Caldera:Here’s how he did in the first inning… Jimmy Rollins: Ground single up the middle (2-2 count) Placido Polanco: Fielder’s choice groundout (3-2 count) Shane Victorino: Strikes out (1-2 change-up) Jim Thome: Strikes out (1-2 fastball) Second inning: Hunter Pence: Pops to first (1-1 pitch) Ty Wigginton: Grounds out, catcher to [..]

Garcia Open To Any Role This Season

Published on 2012-03-05 14:24:00

From George A. King III:A starting pitcher in 327 of his 329 major league games, Freddy Garcia would prefer to remain in that spot with the Yankees this season. However, if manager Joe Girardi sends the 35-year-old right-hander to long relief, he won’t have to listen to a protest. “I have never pitched in the bullpen, but I feel fine [with] whatever happens,’’ Garcia said after a two-inning stint in the Yankees’ 7-4 win over the Phillies at George M. Steinbrenner Field yesterday, whe [..]

Alex Rodriguez: Clubhouse Leader?

Published on 2012-03-03 12:23:00

From Tim Brown:On the morning of the first game they’d play since Game 5, the night the New York Yankees all went home for the winter, Alex Rodriguez stood before them and, according to witnesses, gave the sort of speech that wouldn’t have been possible five years ago. Somebody else would have told the Yankees it was time to commit in body and soul to the next eight months. Somebody with credibility would have reminded them who they are. Somebody with clubhouse authority would have challen [..]

The 2012 Postseason Will Officially Include Two More Wild Card Teams

Published on 2012-03-02 14:04:00

From Barry M. Bloom:The expansion of Major League Baseball's playoffs with the addition of two Wild Card teams and a one-game elimination in each league will begin this year. An agreement between MLB and the Players Association, finalized on Friday, adds a second Wild Card in each league, making for a postseason field of 10. The three division winners in each league will await the survivor of a one-game playoff between the Wild Card teams in each league, establishing the Division Series field o [..]

Brien Taylor Arrested For Cocaine Trafficking

Published on 2012-03-02 12:02:00

From John Swartz:Taylor, 40, was arrested Thursday in Beaufort and now faces a host of cocaine charges after a joint effort between the Carteret County Sheriff's Office and the Morehead City Police Department. Investigators said they bought "a large quantity of cocaine and crack cocaine from Taylor over a period of several months." The former No. 1 selection in the Major League Baseball draft now faces a slew of charges involving the possession of and the intent to sell and distribute cocaine. [..]

Angelo Gumbs, Your 2012 Breakout Prospect

Published on 2012-03-01 17:35:00

This entry was posted in part on The Yankee Analysts.Prospects with flashy tools and unparalleled athleticism often find themselves on the fast track into my heart. Those that are able to couple such glamor with results and other positive indicators are enough to make me swoon. Angelo Gumbs is such a prospect, and I would not be surprised to see him garnering praise this time next year a la Mason Williams … who may well be, dare I say, a slightly less athletic, less powerful version of Gumbs.A [..]

Hal: $189 Million is the Target

Published on 2012-03-01 13:32:00

From Wallace Matthews:Hal Steinbrenner got accosted on his way to the elevator by the Yankees' beat crew, and confirmed what GM Brian Cashman has been saying all winter: The Yankees are in the process of "streamlining'' the payroll, and the magic number is $189 million, which will be the new luxury-tax threshold for the 2014 season as established by the recently ratified CBA. "I'm looking at is as a goal," Steinbrenner said, "and my goals are normally considered a requirement.'' The only goo [..]

Welcome to the NL, AJ

Published on 2012-03-01 13:15:00

From the AP:Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett will undergo surgery on Friday to repair a fractured right orbital bone. The right-hander injured himself Wednesday at the team's spring training facilities in Bradenton, Fla., after a bunt attempt caromed off his face. He flew to Pittsburgh late Wednesday to be further evaluated. There is no immediate timetable for Burnett's return.To make matters worse, one of the reasons he wanted to go back to the NL was so that he could hit again. Like they say, be [..]

Jeter & A-Rod Respond to the Newest Idiot in Beantown

Published on 2012-02-29 11:09:00

If you didn't know, new Red Sox manager, Bobby Valentine, has already gotten into the habit of bashing the Yankees every two weeks for apparently no reason whatsoever. His most recent barrage came yesterday when he questioned whether the Yankees actually practiced the flip-play and also said Jeter was "out of position" on the play. He also said that Jason Varitek was a "man's man" who was "able to beat up Alex", obviously referring to the 2004 brawl when Varitek tackled A-Rod while wearing full [..]

Sherman: Hughes Will Be The 5th Starter

Published on 2012-02-28 15:20:00

From Joel Sherman:We can pretend there is a competition going on for the Yankees’ No. 5 starter spot, but that is what it is. Pretend. The WWE stages more realistic battles. The Yankees are saying it is Freddy Garcia vs. Phil Hughes. But their general manager is also saying this: He believes Hughes is, right now, a top-of-the-rotation starter. That has not been said about Garcia since, oh, about 2001. So this is a competition only because the Yankees want to sell you that this is a competiti [..]

Joba Throws First BP Session, Says He's Cured

Published on 2012-02-28 12:42:00

From Wallace Matthews:Cue the James Brown-style funk guitars. Joba Chamberlain threw his first session off a mound this morning and proclaimed himself not only cured, but reborn. "They fixed what was there, and then Dr. (James) Andrews went ahead and added some extra strength to it," Joba said after throwing 16 pitches off the mound following a couple of weeks of throwing off that oddity known as the half-mound. "It's a new arm, for me, that's how I feel. It's a new year, and it's a whole new c [..]

This Week in Yankees History (2/26-3/3)

Published on 2012-02-28 02:39:00

This Week in New York Yankees History February 26th - March 3rd February 26th 1896 - Former Yankees P Harry “Rip” Collins (1920-1921) was born (1896-1968). On August 20, 1919, Harry “Rip” Collins was purchased by the New York Yankees from Dallas (Texas League). “Rip” Collins went 25-13 in 64 games for the New York Yankees before being traded to Boston Red Sox. On December 20,1921, Harry was traded by the New York Yankees along with INF Roger Peckinpaugh, P Jack Quinn, P Bill Piercy [..]

Yanks Sign David Aardsma

Published on 2012-02-22 12:15:00

From Bryan Hoch:The Yankees have signed reliever David Aardsma to a Major League contract. Aardsma is coming back from Tommy John surgery performed last July 22. Aardsma is making approximately $500,000 this year with a club option for 2013. “The move could help us in 2012, but it has a lot more eyes toward 2013,” Yankees GM Brian Cashman said.According to the article, Aardsma is about a month behind Joba in his recovery.

Retiring Numbers Soon?

Published on 2012-02-22 02:40:00

The New York Yankees one of the most classiest sports organization in sports history. The reason why we have not seen any one wear 6 since Joe Torre left cause they are going to retire his number. They could have gave out recently retired Jorge Posada number 20. Also Andy Pettitte 46 have not seen that number on any ones back. No matter what your opinion is on each of the players and managers i have listed is they were great baseball players and better Yankees.

Yanks Resign Chavez to One-Year Deal

Published on 2012-02-22 01:01:00

The deal is worth $900K.

Garcia and Hughes to Battle for 5th Spot in Rotation

Published on 2012-02-21 11:53:00

From Dan Martin:With one less choice to make now that A.J. Burnett is a Pirate, Joe Girardi’s decisions become clearer. Yesterday, the manager indicated that Phil Hughes and Freddy Garcia would likely battle for the final spot in the rotation and the batting order and bullpen will look a lot like they did toward the end of last year. “You hope everyone is throwing well and that you have to make a tough decision,” Girardi said. “You go with an open mind; CC [Sabathia] is the Opening Day [..]

Excuses From AJ

Published on 2012-02-21 11:05:00

From Kevin Kernan:No more excuses for A.J. Burnett and no more Yankee thoughts. Burnett the Pirate took some blame for his failures with the Yankees yesterday at Pirate City, but also said he may have let too many people in pinstripes mess with his mechanics. “Without getting too far into it,’’ Burnett explained, “I would just say I let a few too many people tinker with me and when you let that happen, you get out there, you start doubting yourself sometimes, like, ‘Am I doing it rig [..]

Mo's Final Season?

Published on 2012-02-21 09:23:00

Obviously it's nothing official or definitive, however, it definitely sounds like this could be it for Mo. Here's more from Mark Feinsand and John Harper:Is the Sandman ready to call it a night? Mariano Rivera wasn’t prepared to make an official retirement announcement on Monday, but the legendary Yankee closer strongly hinted that 2012 would be the final season of his Hall of Fame career. “I definitely know what I’m going to do,” Rivera said of his plans beyond 2012. “I won’t let [..]

Yanks Ink Ibanez

Published on 2012-02-20 07:04:00

Olney also said on ESPN radio that the deal is worth around a $1 million.

Damon Doesn't Understand Why Yanks Don't Want Him

Published on 2012-02-18 17:52:00

From Jon Heyman:Johnny Damon doesn't get it, doesn't get why he's not getting offers after the year he had. Damon didn't get why he didn't receive an offer from the incumbent Rays after he was a leader for them in the clubhouse and on the field, and now he doesn't get why he seemingly is running second as a candidate to be the Yankees' left-handed DH. "I think it's a perfect fit,'' Damon said of the Yankees by phone. "But for some reason you have the year I had, especially with a team that has [..]

Yanks on Verge of Signing Clay Rapada

Published on 2012-02-18 17:47:00

From Zack Meisel:The Yankees are near an agreement with reliever Clay Rapada on a Minor League contract with an invite to Spring Training, a source told MLB.com. Rapada will likely fill the void created when left-handed reliever Hideki Okajima failed his physical this week. Okajima, 36, had signed a Minor League contract with a Spring Training invitation in late December. In five Major League seasons with four teams, Rapada has compiled a 5-0 record and 5.13 ERA in 78 appearances.

Yanks To Sign Chavez and Ibanez Once AJ Deal is Approved

Published on 2012-02-17 18:35:00

Yanks, Pirates Agree on Burnett Deal

Published on 2012-02-17 18:32:00

From George A. King III:According to multiple sources, the Yankees and Pirates are nearing a deal that would send A.J. Burnett to the Pirates for two marginal prospects. Pittsburgh would absorb $13 million to $15 million of the $33 million Burnett is owed this season and next. "It will happen this weekend,'' a person familiar with the deal predicted. "Probably Saturday.'' The Pirates initially offered to pay $10 million, but the Yankees then demanded a significant prospect if they were going t [..]

Okajima Fails Physical

Published on 2012-02-17 13:05:00

From Bryan Hoch:Hideki Okajima failed his physical and will not report to Spring Training with the Yankees. Okajima, 36, had signed a Minor League contract with a spring invitation in late December, hoping to bounce back to the effective form he showed in his first few seasons with the Red Sox. WFAN 660 AM’s Sweeny Murti first reported that Okajima would not be in camp.Well, so much for that.

AJ to Pirates To Be Done By The Weekend

Published on 2012-02-17 00:19:00

AJ Says No To Deal To Angels

Published on 2012-02-16 11:06:00

From Bill Madden and Anthony McCarron:The Yankees were hoping they could bring back Bobby Abreu to be their designated hitter by swapping A.J. Burnett to the Angels, but the righthander would not waive his no-trade rights, according to two baseball executives with knowledge of the talks. So rather than having their winter business concluded and a DH in place, the Yankees Wednesday were still working on sending Burnett to the Pirates for two marginal prospects, one of the executives said. The ex [..]

Scattered Thoughts on #MysteryTeam

Published on 2012-02-15 17:09:00

This post is being syndicated from The Yankee Analysts. Claiming that Twitter has changed the landscape of sports reporting and journalism has become one of the more cliché statements of the past calendar year or so. In fact, it has become so cliché that referring to it as cliché is, in fact, cliché. Or something like that. That being said, the ubiquitousness of Twitter cannot be overstated. After all, it was only a shade over two months ago that this happened: In essence, Twitter has beco [..]

AJ For Hafner?

Published on 2012-02-14 15:02:00

After a slew of injuries, Pronk never regained his 2004-2007 form, but he has been solid over the past three seasons. Over that span he's averaged 14 HR and 52 RBI while hitting a respectible .277/.364/.456. He's also left-handed, which is always good in the Bronx (unless your name is Mark Teixeira). UPDATE: There is also other report out of Cleveland that say there aren't any talks going on with the Yanks and Indians, but that talks had previously taken place and the deal is dead. So, like mos [..]

Branyan on Joining the Yanks

Published on 2012-02-12 16:35:00

From Jeff Bradley:“Just to be able to go and put on the pinstripes,” Branyan said, sounding more like a teenager on draft day than a 36-year-old veteran. “I don’t know if it’s really sunk in yet.” ... “My whole career has been a challenge,” Branyan said. “Like a lot of guys in the game, nothing’s been handed to me. No one said it was going to be easy, so you have to embrace it all. I’ve enjoyed the ups and I’ve enjoyed the downs. Going into camp with no guarantee is cha [..]

Olney: Framework In Place For AJ Deal

Published on 2012-02-12 16:06:00

Yesterday, Peter Botte reported that Burnett wasn't upset about the rumors:“He is getting ready to go to spring training, whether it’s with the Yankees, Pittsburgh or anyone else,” Darek Braunecker said in a brief phone interview. “A.J. understands this is a business and will do what he has to do. He’s healthy and he’s looking forward to pitching for somebody.”Well, it appears that he'll be doing that pitching it Pittsburgh. Stay tuned....

In Defense of a Straight Salary Dump

Published on 2012-02-11 10:54:00

The following is being syndicated from The Yankee Analysts.It seems all but inevitable that A.J. Burnett will be toeing the rubber in PNC Park come April, and my feelings are surprisingly mixed on the subject. While I do genuinely believe that he may be the best option of the fifth starter triumvirate (mostly due to the higher beta of Phil Hughes and the blase nature of Freddy Garcia), I cannot help but feel that Burnett's quirkiness, the minor spats with Girardi and Rothschild, and the endless [..]

Mo Has Soreness Above Right Elbow, Says it's 'No Big Deal'

Published on 2011-07-04 21:33:00

From George A. King III:Three hours before tonight's game Mariano Rivera wasn’t sure he would be available to manager Joe Girardi due to soreness above his right elbow on the outside of the arm. “I don’t know,” Rivera told The Post when aske

Game 83: Yankees @ Indians

Published on 2011-07-04 17:30:00

YANKEES (50-32) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP AJ Burnett (8-6, 4.05) INDIANS (44-38) Michael Brantley LF Asd

This Week in Yankees History (7/3-7/9)

Published on 2011-07-04 14:50:00

This Week in Yankees History July 3rd - July 9th July 3rd 1911 - At Philadelphia, the A's 3B Frank “Home Run” Baker hits for the cycle in a 5-1 victory over the New York Yankees in 2nd game of a doubleheader. 1912 - Walter Johnson picks up

Carlos Silva Was Release

Published on 2011-07-04 07:26:00

Sorry, missed this from Saturday.

Happy 4th of July!

Published on 2011-07-04 07:12:00

Yankees Sign 3B Miguel Andujar

Published on 2011-07-03 22:10:00

According to Pedro J. Briceño, the Yankees have signed Dominican prospect Miguel Andujar for $ 750,000. Andujar is a 16-year-old third baseman and was one of the Yanks top targets on the international free agent market. Here's some video (hat-tip

Jeter Wraps Up Rehab Stint

Published on 2011-07-03 21:48:00

A little while ago, Derek Jeter finished up his second game of on his two-game rehab stint with the Double-A Trennton Thunder. Jeter went 1-for-2, drew a walks and picked up a throwing error in the field. The hit was a bunt single, and he did manage

6 Yanks Headed To Arizona

Published on 2011-07-03 11:39:00

Six Yankees will be headed to Arizona for the midsummer classic next week. Robinson Cano (3rd all-star game), Derek Jeter (12th), Alex Rodriguez (14th) and Curtis Granderson (2nd) were voted in as starters. Russell Martin (3rd) and Mariano Rivera (12

Game 82: Yankees @ Mets: Nunez Out With a Tight Hamstring

Published on 2011-07-03 10:40:00

(UPDATE 12:37 PM) Ivan Nova has been optioned back to Triple-A to make room for Pendleton on the roster. Pendleton will hold that roster spot down until Phil Hughes returns this week. Eduardo Nunez won't be in today's lineup due to a sore hamstring

Jeter Goes 1-for-2 in 1st Rehab Game

Published on 2011-07-03 08:14:00

Derek Jeter played his first of two rehab games in Trenton yesterday. Jeter went 1-for-2 and scored a run as the Thunder beat Altoona 4-3. Here are some quotes from Jeter and Cashman via David Heck:"It feels good," he told MLB.com. "I was nervous com

News & Notes: Jeter, Soriano, Feliciano & Noesi

Published on 2011-07-01 21:22:00

- Derek Jeter is down in Trenton to play a couple minor-league rehab games with the Thunder on Saturday and Sunday. Jeter worked out in Trenton for 40 minutes today with Thunder shortstop Jose Pirela. If all goes well, he will rejoin the Yankees in C

Game 80: Yankees @ Mets

Published on 2011-07-01 18:14:00

YANKEES (48-31) Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez SS Ivan Nova RHP METS (41-40) Jose Reyes SS Justin Turner 3B Carlos Beltran RF Daniel Murphy 1B A

Yankees Draft Picks Sam Stafford and Justin James

Published on 2011-07-01 17:46:00

As per Kirk Bohls of The Statesman:Texas pitchers Cole Green and Sam Stafford have both reached terms on contracts with the major-league baseball teams that drafted them earlier this month, two sources told me.Green, a senior right-hander, signed for

A Setback For Chavez

Published on 2011-07-01 17:01:00

According to Marc Carig, Eric Chavez strained his back today while rehabbing down in Tampa. He's been shut down for the time being. I'm sure they'll run the usual tests to determine the severity of the injury and once that's done we'll know more.

Subway Series (Round 2) Picting Matchups

Published on 2011-07-01 14:35:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:10 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (7-4, 4.26) vs. LHP Jonathon Niese (7-6, 3.67) Game 2: Saturday @ 4:10 PM | TV: FOX | Radio: WCBSRHP Bartolo Colon (5-3, 3.10) vs. RHP Dillon Gee (8-1, 3.32) Game 3: Sunday @ 1:10 PM | T

Mid-Season Returns on Some Former Yankees

Published on 2011-07-01 13:18:00

Position PlayersLance Berkman - .296/.405/.592, 20 HR, 168 wRC+ (291 PA)Berkman's fallen back to Earth after a torrid April, but he was still able to post a 133 wRC+ in June while mashing nine home runs. If he can maintain even this level of producti

A-Rod's Poker Play Back in the News

Published on 2011-07-01 12:27:00

From the NY Post:The Yankees slugger reportedly played in the illegal high-stakes poker ring in that included A-list celebrities such as Tobey Maguire, Leonardo DiCaprio, Ben Affleck and Matt Damon. Rodriguez also recently played in a separate high-

A Look At Closer Celebrations

Published on 2011-07-01 10:09:00

Jeff Sullivan over at SBNation penned this article breaking down all the closer celebrations across baseball by category. Mo fall in the indifferent category. Check it out.

Girardi Considering a 6-Man Rotation

Published on 2011-07-01 09:47:00

From Brian Costello: "It's something we're going to think about," he said. It is unlikely that the Yankees would go that way because CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett both like to pitch on regular rest. But Girardi said they will weigh several factors.

Mitre On His Return To The Bronx

Published on 2011-07-01 00:27:00

From Matt Ehalt:"I never wanted to leave here in the first place, I loved it here," said Mitre, who reiterated that he was surprised by the trade. "I went to a good place but I'm happy where I am." ... For as well as he had been pitching for Milwau

The Savior Returns

Published on 2011-06-29 22:49:00

As per MLB Trade Rumors:Sergio Mitre is heading back to the Bronx. The Yankees acquired the right-hander from the Brewers for cash considerations, according to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel (on Twitter). Milwaukee designated Mitre

Jeter, Hughes and Colon All Closingin on Return

Published on 2011-06-29 20:33:00

Jeter update from Wallace Matthews:Just got done speaking with GM Brian Cashman, who said Derek Jeter had "a great day'' of rehab today in Tampa, including running the bases "full-bore,'' and could be activated in time to play in next week's three-ga

Game 78: Yanks vs. Brewers

Published on 2011-06-29 18:40:00

YANKEES (46-31) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett (7-6, 4.15) BREWERS (44-36) Rickie Weeks 2B Nyjer

Yanks Sign RH Reliever Logan Kensing

Published on 2011-06-29 16:09:00

In 134 big league appearances (mostly relief) for the Marlins and Nationals, the 28-year-old is 8-9 with a 5.81 ERA. In 161 innings he's allowed 104 runs on 175 hits, walked 88 and struck out 143. For more info, check out this post over at RAB.

High Comedy: Jeter's DL Diary

Published on 2011-06-29 14:52:00

Earlier this month, Bill Simmons (ESPN's 'Sports Guy'), Chuck Klosterman, and a group of writers launched the sports and pop culture blog Grantland. The writers have covered a wide array of topics, ranging from Led Zeppelin and The Razzies to the Bru

Klapisch: Yanks Doing Just Fine Without Jeet

Published on 2011-06-29 11:22:00

From Bob Klapisch:Are the Yankees better off without Derek Jeter? No one in the organization will touch that question — at least not now, and certainly not on the record — but the team’s overall surge in the last two weeks has left officials wo

Prior Throws Off Mound

Published on 2011-06-29 10:29:00

From USA Today:Converted reliever Mark Prior, on the disabled list at Class AAA Scranton/Wilkes-Barre because of a strained groin, threw off a bullpen mound for the second time in four days. If there are no problems, he might throw batting practice l

AL All-Star Voting Update #5 - Just a day left to vote!

Published on 2011-06-29 10:21:00

Remember folks, Thursday is the final day to vote. 2011 AMERICAN LEAGUE ALL-STAR BALLOTING (as of June 28) CATCHER Russell Martin, Yankees: 2,779,592 Alex Avila, Tigers: 2,345,065 Joe Mauer, Twins: 1,699,604 Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Red Sox: 1,505,143

Colon Headed Back to the Bronx

Published on 2011-06-28 21:59:00

From Chad Jennings:Bartolo Colon is on his way back to New York and will be evaluated by the Yankees tomorrow. After a four-inning simulated game on Monday, the Yankees believe there’s a chance Colon could be ready to pitch this weekend against the

Pitching Matchups vs. The Brewers & Tonight's Lineup

Published on 2011-06-28 16:43:00

Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Yanks-Brewers Pitching Matchups Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBS RHP F

Jeter Won't Be Ready To Come Off DL Tomorrow

Published on 2011-06-28 10:34:00

As you know, Jeter was scheduled to come off the DL tomorrow. Well, Cashman put all speculation to bed yesterday, saying Jeter isn't ready. Here's more from Anthony McCarron: Derek Jeter had what GM Brian Cashman described as "a great day" of rehab M

Yanks Interested in 16-Year Old Mexican Pitching Prospect

Published on 2011-06-28 10:20:00

Robert Espinoza reported yesterday that the Yankees are among several teams interested in Roberto Osuna (son of former Yankee Antonio Osuna). Scouts from the Yankees, Blue Jays, Athletics, and Padres watched Osuna in Mexico last Thursday. The 16-year

Sherman Talks About the Trade Market for Pitchers

Published on 2011-06-28 09:46:00

From Joel Sherman:The lefty starting market is weak. Oakland has shown no inclination to move Gio Gonzalez, especially with fellow lefties Brett Anderson and Dallas Braden out with arm injuries. The White Sox might have considered shopping John Danks

NoMaas Interviews Mark Newman

Published on 2011-06-28 09:44:00

For those of you who are unfamiliar with Mr. Newman, he's the Vice President of Baseball Operations for the Yankees. While I'm sure that his position is incredibly complex, the best description of his responsibilities that I can manage is "Head Honch

Jeter Take Live BP & Other Rehab Updates

Published on 2011-06-27 14:00:00

From George A. King III:After jogging for first time since straining his calf, Derek Jeter expressed some optimism about his return to the Yankees. “Everything is good. Steps in the right direction,” Jeter said from Tampa. Jeter took 30 swings

Sights and Sounds From Old-Timers' Day

Published on 2011-06-27 08:16:00

Highlights from the entire ceremony: Bernie's Introduction: Piniella's Introduction: Torre's Intoduction:

This Week in Yankees History (6/26-7/2)

Published on 2011-06-26 23:51:00

This Week in Yankees History June 26th - July 2nd June 26th 1912 - The New York Yankees send future star hurler Hippo Vaughn (2-8), winner of last year's AL season opener to the Washington Senators for the waiver price. 1929 - Former Yankees re

Game 76: Yankees vs. Rockies - Old-Timers' Day

Published on 2011-06-26 12:19:00

YANKEES (44-31) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Pitching RHP Ivan Nova (7-4, 4.13 ERA) ROCKIES (38-38) Carlos Gonzalez CF Jo

Next Up For Hughes: Trenton on Wednesday

Published on 2011-06-26 10:08:00

From Brian Costello:Phil Hughes said he felt good after Friday's rehab start. His next rehab start will be Wednesday for Double-A Trenton.

2011 Old-Timers' Day Roster

Published on 2011-06-26 09:40:00

This is the group who will be in the Bronx today: (*Denotes First-Time Old-Timer) Luis Arroyo Jesse Barfield Clay Bellinger* Yogi Berra Ron Blomberg Brian Boehringer* Dr. Bobby Brown Homer Bush Jose Cardenal* Rick Cerone Jerry Coleman David Cone Al

Game 75: Yankees vs. Rockies

Published on 2011-06-25 12:03:00

YANKEES (43-31) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Eduardo Nunez SS Francisco Cervelli C Pitching LHP CC Sabathia (9-4, 3.39) ROCKIES (38-37) Carlos Gonzalez CF

Happy Homecoming For Giambi

Published on 2011-06-25 09:16:00

It is games like last night's that make one resign to the fact of A. J. Burnett: a pitcher with tremendous raw talent who, like many others, will never quite reach the upper echelons of his trade.After starting the season with three straight wins, Bu

Hughes Sees Velocity Dip in 2nd Rehab Start

Published on 2011-06-25 00:05:00

From Ebenezer Samuel:Friday was Phil Hughes' 25th birthday. But aside from the extra-large birthday cake that the opposing team presented him, he had little cause for celebration. With Brian Cashman looking on, the Yankee righthander made his third

Tonight's Lineup & Series Pitching Matchups

Published on 2011-06-24 17:17:00

YANKEES (43-30) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS ROCKIES (37-37) Carlos Gonzalez CF Chris Nelson 2B Todd Helton 1B Troy Tulowi

Colon Throws Off Mound For 1st Time Since Injury

Published on 2011-06-24 15:49:00

Montero Benched For Lack of Energy

Published on 2011-06-24 14:16:00

From Andrew Marchand:The future of the New York Yankees received a two-game timeout earlier this month because the organization felt his play lacked "energy," according to one club official. The future of the Yankees has hit just five home runs all

K-Rod Open To Setting Up For Mo?

Published on 2011-06-24 08:21:00

From Kristie Ackert: While Brian Cashman seems to be looking far and wide for a setup man to help his ailing bullpen, maybe the Yankees general manager should check across town. Mets closer Francisco Rodriguez told the Daily News Thursday that he wou

Cashman Says Reyes To Yanks Ain't Gonna Happen

Published on 2011-06-23 14:05:00

From Roger Rubin:Any conspiracy theorist who has pondered Mets shortstop Jose Reyes being fitted for Yankee pinstripes, either later this season or in the near future, can forget it. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman put an end to speculation Wed

Chavez, Colon & Jeter Continue Working Their Way Back

Published on 2011-06-23 13:52:00

From the AP:Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter threw for the third straight day Thursday as he rehabs a strained right calf muscle that landed him on the disabled list. ... The Yankees’ captain has been working out at the team’s spring training comp

Heathcott & Murphy Promoted to Tampa

Published on 2011-06-23 12:17:00

Game 73: Yankees @ Reds (Game 2)

Published on 2011-06-22 17:01:00

YANKEES (43-29) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Ramiro Pena 2B Brian Gordon RHP REDS (38-37) Chris Heisey CF Brandon Phillips 2B Joey Votto 1B Jay Bruce RF Jo

Yanks Take The Opener 4-2

Published on 2011-06-22 14:27:00

I'm writing this as the game is still going on. In fact, Mo hasn't even thrown a pitch yet. But it's Mo, so I'm not too concerned about the jinx. (One out...) Early RBIs from Nick Swisher and Robinson Cano gave the Yanks a 2-0 lead. Which should h

Joe Girardi - Moron

Published on 2011-06-22 12:50:00

On Tuesday, Joe Girardi stated that there will be no lead-off controversy upon Jeter's return. Why? From the horse's mouth - “Derek’s been our leadoff guy." No other explanation was offered, and no credence was given to Gardner's fantastic number

Game 72: Yankees @ Reds

Published on 2011-06-22 12:23:00

YANKEES (42-29) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada 1B Eduardo Nunez SS Ramiro Pena 3B Francisco Cervelli C Freddy Garcia RHP RHP Freddy Garcia (5-6, 3.63 ERA) REDS (38-36) Fred Lewis LF Brandon Phill

Jeter Eyes June 29th Return, Girardi Isn't So Sure

Published on 2011-06-22 05:18:00

From Mark Feinsand:Derek Jeter started his road back from the disabled list Tuesday, working out on the field for the first time since straining his calf on June 13. Jeter did some throwing and played long-toss on a field at the Yankees' training co

Rained Out

Published on 2011-06-21 16:25:00

Tonight's game has been rained out. There will be a split-doubleheader tomorrow with game 1 starting at 12:35pm and 2 starting at 7:10pm. Freddy Garcia and Brian Gordon will pitch the two games for the Yanks, but Girardi is still unsure of the order.

AL All-Star Voting Update #4 - Gonzalez Widens Lead on Tex

Published on 2011-06-21 15:37:00

2011 AMERICAN LEAGUE ALL-STAR BALLOTING(as of June 21) CATCHER Russell Martin, Yankees: 2,226,797 Alex Avila, Tigers: 1,730,511 Joe Mauer, Twins: 1,341,474 Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Red Sox: 1,135,617 Yorvit Torrealba, Rangers: 980,697 FIRST BASE Adri

Game 72: Yankees @ Reds

Published on 2011-06-21 15:34:00

It's pouring in Cincy so who knows whether they'll get this one started on time or started at all. But for now the first pitch is set for 7:10 PM, and here are the lineups: YANKEES (42-29) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex

Updates on the Wounded Yanks

Published on 2011-06-21 10:40:00

First from George A King III: Derek Jeter didn't work out on the field at the Yankees' Tampa minor league complex yesterday. He remained inside getting treatment on his strained right calf. "He will start baseball stuff the next couple of days," sai

Nova, Yankees Sink Reds

Published on 2011-06-21 06:44:00

The Yankees are doing their best to refute that old idiom of every ship needing its captain. They've gone 6-1 since theirs was thrown overboard by a strained calf. Monday night, Jeter, who was appointed team captain during the Yankees' last and only

Tonight's Lineups and a Hilarious Red Sox Shirt

Published on 2011-06-20 15:13:00

YANKEES (41-29) Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez SS Ivan Nova RHP REDS (38-35) Drew Stubbs CF Brandon Phillips 2B Joey Votto 1B Jay Bru

Cueto Scratched From Tonight's Start

Published on 2011-06-20 15:06:00

Tonight's scheduled Reds' starter Jonny Cueto has been scratched due to a sore neck. Left-hander Travis Wood (5-4, 5.11 ERA) will start in his place on normal rest. Cueto may get the ball tomorrow for Cincy if he's feeling better.

Heyman: Yanks Have No Interest In Zambrano or Dempster

Published on 2011-06-20 14:55:00

Via Jon Heyman:Yankees have no interest in zambrano or dempster. Considering the obvs need, that's not a complimentConsidering the responses I saw from fans I'd assume most of you are happy of this news. I know I am. No need to waste assets on medioc

Votto Was Almost a Yankee

Published on 2011-06-20 12:16:00

From Ian Begley: According to ex-Yankee scout and current Brewers executive Dick Groch, the Yankees were this close to landing Votto in the 2002 amateur draft. "If Cincinnati had not taken him, we would have taken him with our first pick," Groch, wh

Yankees - Reds Pitching Match-Ups

Published on 2011-06-20 11:16:00

The Yankees find themselves atop the list of most relevant offensive metrics, and the Reds are in the top-ten in most, as well. Considering the ballpark and the less than stellar numbers of every starter but Cueto, I'm expecting a great deal of offen

Hughes' Velocity Returns in SI Start

Published on 2011-06-20 05:51:00

From Christopher O'Brien:Phil Hughes went 4-1/3 innings, giving up one run on three hits with seven strikeouts, in Sunday night's rehab appearance for the Staten Island Yankees. But the most important number of the night was 93. Struggling all year

This Week in Yankees History (6/19-6/25)

Published on 2011-06-20 05:26:00

This Week in Yankees History June 19th- June 25th June 19th 1903- Future Yankees Hall Of Fame 1B Lou Gehrig (1923-1939) was born in New York City (1903-1941). Lou Gehrig will make his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 1923. During t

Game 70: Yankees @ Cubs

Published on 2011-06-19 16:48:00

YANKEES (40-29) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS CC Sabathia LHP CUBS (29-41) Reed Johnson CF Starlin Castro SS Jeff Baker 1B Aramis Ramirez 3

Burnett Solid As Yanks Take Middle Game 4-3

Published on 2011-06-18 19:40:00

Yankees 4 - Cubs 3 Curtis Granderson hit a tie breaking sacrifice fly in the sixth inning, and Brett Gardner made a terrific play in the outfield to highlight the Yankees 4-3 victory over the Cubs on Saturday Chicago. Yankees starting pitcher, A.J

Game 69: Yankees @ Cubs

Published on 2011-06-18 14:00:00

YANKEES (39-29) Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nuñez SS A.J. Burnett RHP CUBS (29-40) Kosuke Fukudome RF Starlin Castro SS Blake DeWitt 2B

Yanks Sign Top Draft Pick

Published on 2011-06-18 13:32:00

ESPN New York is reporting that the Yankees have signed their No. 1 pick, Dante Bichette Jr., and have assigned him to the Gulf Coast League Yankees. The GLC Yanks begin their season on Monday.

With Yanks In Chicago, Zambrano Rumors Gain Steam

Published on 2011-06-17 11:55:00

From Bruce Levine via MLB Trade Rumors:...Yankees scouts watched [Zambrano] pitch on the Cubs' recent 10-game road trip. These were not advance scouts who prepare teams for the next series, because the Yankees do video work on the next opponent ins

Game 68: Yankees @ Cubs

Published on 2011-06-17 11:05:00

YANKEES (39-28) Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Brett Gardner LF Freddy Garcia RHP CUBS (28-40) Kosuke Fukudome RF Starlin Castro SS Blake DeWitt 2B Aramis Ra

Links of Interest: Cash on Jesus, JC Romero DFA'd

Published on 2011-06-17 08:58:00

With the struggles of Francisco Cervelli and the injury woes of Russell Martin, the handling of Jesus Montero has come to the forefront of many Yankees conversations. How can a team with (arguably) the best catching prospect in Major League Baseball

Pitching Matchups & Ticket Prices vs. Cubs

Published on 2011-06-17 08:28:00

The Yanks come off what actually turned into a decent homestand, following up their sweep at the hands of the Red Sox by taking two series off first place teams - 2 of 3 from Cleveland and a sweep of the Rangers. Taking the finale in walk-off fashion

Today's Lineup: Gordon Added, Pendleton Sent Down

Published on 2011-06-16 11:28:00

Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Ramiro Pena 3B Pitching: RHP Brian Gordon (first big league start) NOTES - To make room on the roster for Gord

Let The Scott Kazmir Speculation Begin

Published on 2011-06-16 09:01:00

If you didn't know, Scott Kazmir was released by the Angels yesterday after going 0-5 with a 17.02 ERA in 5 starts for Triple-A Salt Lake. In 15.1 innings, the lefty allowed 29 earned runs on 22 hits, walked 20, and struck out 14. The 27-year-old on

Don't Expect Soriano Back Anytime Soon

Published on 2011-06-16 03:03:00

From Brian Costello: The return of Rafael Soriano incurred another delay this week when the $35 million setup man played catch Tuesday but was then told by the Yankees to rest his arm. Soriano has been out since May 13 with right elbow inflammation.

Girardi: Gordon Will Start Tomorrow

Published on 2011-06-15 22:03:00

After their second straight 12-4 beating of the Rangers, Joe Girardi announced that Brain Gordon will start for the Yankees tomorrow afternoon vs. the Rangers."[Gordon's] had an outstanding season in Triple-A for the Phillies," Girardi said after his

Yanks Add Cory Wade To The Roster

Published on 2011-06-15 21:58:00

From MLB.com:Before Wednesday's game, the Yankees announced the signing of Cory Wade to a Major League contract Wednesday, two days after signing the right-hander to a Minor League deal. Wade ended up pitching in the eighth inning Wednesday, a 1-2-3

Tonight's Yankees Lineup: Swish Leading Off

Published on 2011-06-15 15:33:00

Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez SS Francisco Cervelli C Ramiro Pena 3B Pitching RHP Ivan Nova

A-Rod: Leave LeBron Alone

Published on 2011-06-15 14:53:00

If you follow the NBA and don't root for the Miami Heat I'm sure you shared in the joy that the rest of us felt watching LeBron & Co. walk of the floor the other night as losers. Denied of a world championship by the gutty gritty Mavericks. To ma

Smith: Time For Yanks To Start Thinking About Reyes

Published on 2011-06-15 13:26:00

From Tim Smith: For 15 days (or more depending upon the healing of the ailing calf) the Yankees will get an idea of what it's like not to have Jeter at short. It's the Ghost of Yankees future. Perish the thought, some would say. But it's time to sta

AL All-Star Voting Update #3

Published on 2011-06-15 12:18:00

2011 AMERICAN LEAGUE ALL-STAR BALLOTING (as of June 14) CATCHER Russell Martin, Yankees: 1,712,156 Alex Avila, Tigers: 1,093,070 Joe Mauer, Twins: 1,041,798 Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Red Sox: 763,607 Yorvit Torrealba, Rangers: 751,858 FIRST BASE Adria

Minor League Journeyman Brian Gordon Could Start Tomorrow

Published on 2011-06-15 07:53:00

From Mark Hale and George A. King III:Add minor league journeyman Brian Gordon to the list of candidates to start tomorrow against the Rangers. The Yankees signed the 32-year-old righty after he exercised an out in his contract with the Phillies’

Hughes Hoping For An Early July Return

Published on 2011-06-15 07:48:00

From the Daily News: The injury-riddled Yankees' pitching staff could be getting a lift at the start of next month in the form of Phil Hughes. Hughes, out since April 15 with inflammation in his shoulder, will start on Sunday for the Class A Staten

Tonight's Lineups & Series Pitching Matchups

Published on 2011-06-14 16:19:00

Tonight's Yankees lineup: Brett Gardner LF Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira DH Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada 1B Nick Swisher RF Eduardo Nunez SS Francisco Cervelli C Series Pitching Matchups Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: My9 |

Tonight's Lineup

Published on 2011-06-14 15:36:00

1. Gardner LF2. Granderson CF3. Teixeira DH4. Rodriguez 3B5. Cano 2B6. Posada 1B7. Swisher RF8. Nunez SS9. Cervelli COn the mound: CC SabathiaThe Yankees lineup will face converted reliever Alexi Ogando, who has been one of the best starters in the A

Looks Like Jeter Is Headed For The DL

Published on 2011-06-14 14:00:00

Both George King and Joel Sherman are tweeting that Ramiro Pena is at the stadium. So it looks like he's here to fill the spot that will open up once Jeter is placed on the DL. Updates to come if/when it becomes official.

Hughes' Presumed Dead Fastball - Now Alive and Well

Published on 2011-06-14 13:01:00

Piggybacking off of Greg's earlier post, Sweeney Murti of WFAN tweeted:Phil Hughes threw 49 pitches in rehab start today in Tampa, FB 91-93mph consistently. Good first outing. Will pitch at Staten Island Sunday.This start was conducted under ideal co

ESPN's Schoenfield Says David Phelps Could Get Call To Replace Colon

Published on 2011-06-14 12:36:00

In David Schoenfields' latest article about prospects that may be 'coming to a park near you' he had this to say about Yankees prospect David Phelps:David Phelps, RHP, Yankees Who is he? 14th-round pick in 2008 out of Notre Dame. His fastball rates

Another Step Forward For Hughes

Published on 2011-06-14 12:15:00

From MLB.com: If Phil Hughes felt half as good as he looked on the mound Tuesday morning, it won't be long before he rejoins his Yankees teammates. Hughes pitched 3 2/3 innings of an intrasquad game at the Yankees' Minor League complex, fanning six

Is Russell Martin Headed For The DL?

Published on 2011-06-14 07:51:00

From Brian Costello:A few hours before last night's 1-0 loss to the Indians, Russell Martin sounded optimistic about his aching back. "It will be fine," the Yankees catcher said. "I can tell. It's something I'll play through." His tone must have ch

Jeter Gets One Closer To 3000, Then Leaves Game With Calf Injury

Published on 2011-06-14 01:38:00

The Yankees lost to the Indians 1-0 in a pitcher's duel tonight in the Bronx. A.J. Burnett was good for the Yanks, allowing just one run on a 4th inning Asdrubal Cabrera RBI single, but Carlos Carrasco and the Tribe pen was a run better as they blank

Game 64: Yankees vs. Indians

Published on 2011-06-13 16:11:00

YANKEES (36-27) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira, 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada, DH Russell Martin, C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett (6-4, 4.37 ERA) INDIANS (34-29) Grady Siz

Yankees & Bichette Close to an Agreement

Published on 2011-06-13 11:08:00

As per K. Levine-Flandrup:#Yankees 1st pick in #mlbdraft Dante Bichette, Jr is close to an agreement and will be in Tampa to take his physical on Tuesday.Insiders were claiming that Bichette would be a fairly easy sign from the get-go, and most belie

This Week in Yankees History (6/12-6/18)

Published on 2011-06-13 07:29:00

This Week in Yankees History June 12th - June 18th June 12th 1907 - The New York Yankees commit 11 errors in their 14-6 loss to the Detroit Tigers. Committing the errors were Yankee players: 4 errors by shortstop Kid Elberfeld, 1B Hal Chase, 3B

Game 63: Yankees vs. Indians

Published on 2011-06-12 11:10:00

YANKEES (35-27) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP Freddy Garcia (4-5, 3.86 ERA) INDIANS (34-28) Michael Bra

Colon Leaves Games With Leg Injury

Published on 2011-06-11 14:03:00

(UPDATE - 3:28PM) It was announced during the game that Colon has a strained left hamstring. Not good. I'd assume he's headed for the DL. Bartolo Colon was 6.1 shutout innings into his latest gem when he pulled up lame after covering 1st base on the

Game 62: Yankees vs. Indians

Published on 2011-06-11 12:10:00

YANKEES (34-27) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: RHP Bartolo Colon (4-3, 3.39) INDIANS (34-27) Michael Brantley

Tonight's Lineup & Series Pitching Matchups

Published on 2011-06-10 17:42:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C Note: Chris Dickerson has been optioned to AAA to make room for Whelan on the roster. Pitc

Joba To Have Tommy John Surgery On Thursday

Published on 2011-06-10 15:35:00

Bryan Hoch is reporting that Joe Girardi confirmed that Joba Chamberlain will need TJ surgery and is set to have the procedure done on Thursday. See you in a year and a half, Joba.

Kevin Whelan Called Up

Published on 2011-06-10 15:15:00

According to Donnie Collins, Kevin Whelan has been called up to the Bronx and will be added to the Yankees bullpen. In 27 IP for Scranton this season, Whelan has an ERA of 1.67, and has allowed 17 hits, while walking 6 and striking out 30.

More Injury Updates: Hughes, Martin, Feliciano & Soriano

Published on 2011-06-10 12:56:00

From George A. King III:Russell Martin's back still was barking when he woke up yesterday morning, so the Yankees catcher went for an MRI exam that revealed no structural damage. After going through another day of treatment, Martin said the back fel

Ortiz Blames Media For Plunking

Published on 2011-06-10 11:17:00

From the NY Daily News: Ortiz seemed agitated and angry when he turned to speak with the media after the game, first announcing that he would not take questions. Then he said, "I just want to thank you guy(s) - not all of you, most of you - for the s

Cashman Says Yanks Will Look To Replace Joba From Within

Published on 2011-06-10 09:02:00

From Chad Jennings:The Yankees will find out for certain in a few days, but right now it seems likely that they’ll be without Joba Chamberlain for the rest of this season and part of next season. “It’s a big blow,” Brian Cashman said. “O

Sabathia Implodes, Yanks Swept Again

Published on 2011-06-10 00:59:00

After a 3+ hour rain delay, for six innings it actually looked like the Yanks could win this game. Curtis Granderson gave the Yankees an early 2-0 lead with a 2-run homer in the first and Boston had CC Sabathia had allowed just two hits, a few walks,

Game 60: Yankees vs. Red Sox

Published on 2011-06-09 21:15:00

YANKEES (33-26) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C LHP CC Sabathia (7-3, 2.80 ERA) RED SOX (35-26) Jacoby Ellsbury CF Marco S

Chamberlain likely to undergo Tommy John Surgery

Published on 2011-06-09 15:16:00

Well. That's fantastic. The sources thus far are WFAN, Mark Feinsand, and Craig Calcaterra. Here's Calcaterra's write-up, which was essentially my thought process as I heard the news: Bad news came back for Joba Chamberlain a few minutes ago: he has

A Couple Draft Links

Published on 2011-06-09 14:00:00

Here are a few links I wanted to pass along to you guys. If you're interested in the draft, they're both worth checking out. - The full list from of the Yankees picks from MLB.com. - Yankees Vice President of Amateur Scouting Damon Oppenheimer had

Ortiz To Girardi: "Take it like a man"

Published on 2011-06-09 13:58:00

From ESPN:"I don't care what Joe Girardi says," Ortiz said to a New York writer. "Take it like a man. I'm done with that." Ortiz said he did not flip his bat Wednesday so he could avoid being on the "national news." "I don't want to have you guys a

King: Yanks Very Concerned About Joba

Published on 2011-06-09 07:15:00

From George A. King III:Joba Chamberlain went on the disabled list yesterday and nobody knows when the right-handed bridge to Mariano Rivera will return. The Yankees are so concerned they are sending Chamberlain for a second MRI exam today after yes

Make It Six Straight Losses To The Sox

Published on 2011-06-08 23:52:00

It was another ugly night for the Yankees against Boston, this time falling by the score of 11-6, making it 6 straight losses to Boston and 7 of 8 overall. Like Garcia on Tuesday, A.J. Burnett had nothing. It was 4-0 after two, and 7-0 after three an

Tonight's Lineup, Joba to the DL & Some Other News

Published on 2011-06-08 15:18:00

Joba Chamberlain has been placed on the 15-day DL a strained flexor muscle. According to reports, this is something he's been dealing with for a while. Hector Noesi has been sent back to Triple-A after working six last night. Amaury Sanit has been

Yanks Claim Jeff Marquez Off Waivers

Published on 2011-06-08 14:12:00

Via Tim Dierkes:Yankees claimed Jeff Marquez off waivers. Will be in uniform tonight.The former Yankee was part of the Nick Swisher deal, and was waived after just one appearance in his stint with the White Sox. In 9 triple-A starts this year he was

Girardi Not a Fan of Ortiz's Bat Flip

Published on 2011-06-08 11:52:00

Apparently, Joe Girardi wasn't too please with David Ortiz's bat flip after his fifth inning home run last night (video here). Here's what the skipper said after the game: “I didn’t really care for it,” Joe Girardi said after the Yanks’ 6-4

2011 AL All-Star Voting Update #2

Published on 2011-06-08 09:30:00

From MLB.com: 2011 AMERICAN LEAGUE ALL-STAR BALLOTING (as of June 7) CATCHER Russell Martin, Yankees: 1,317,557 Joe Mauer, Twins: 829,073 Alex Avila, Tigers: 722,385 Carlos Santana, Indians: 588,407 Yorvit Torrealba, Rangers: 515,274 FIRST BAS

Garcia Struggles As Yanks Drop 5th Straight To Sox

Published on 2011-06-08 07:25:00

It was a struggle from the start for the Yanks last night at the stadium last night as they fell to the Red Sox 6-4. The loss drops the Yanks record to 33-25, and was the Yanks' fifth straight loss to the Sox, who they're now just 1-6 against this se

Tex Leaves Game After Getting Hit By Pitch

Published on 2011-06-07 19:12:00

Update: After the game, Joe Girardi said Tex has a bone bruise and he’ll probably need a few days, but also said that he doesn’t think he'll need to go on the DL. The Yanks may have dodged a major bullet here. Update via Mark Feinsand:Teixeira

Pitching Matchups For Yankees - Red Sox & Tonight's Lineups

Published on 2011-06-07 16:06:00

Pitching Matchups Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: My9/MLBN | Radio: WCBSRHP Freddy Garcia (4-4, 3.34) vs. LHP Jon Lester (7-2, 3.94) Game 2: Wednesday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (6-3, 3.86) vs. RHP Tim Wakefield (2-1 ,4.40

Top 5 Yankees - Red Sox (Recent) Moments: #1

Published on 2011-06-07 16:00:00

A-Rod Breaks 0-0 Deadlock with Two-Run Walk Off in the 15th

Top 5 Yankees - Red Sox (Recent) Moments: #2

Published on 2011-06-07 14:30:00

A-Rod Ties It, Thames Win It Be Sure to check out the rest of the countdown later today.

Top 5 Yankees - Red Sox (Recent) Moments: #3

Published on 2011-06-07 13:00:00

Welcome to the rivalry, Curtis Granderson Be Sure to check out the rest of the countdown later today.

Top 5 Yankees - Red Sox (Recent) Moments: #4

Published on 2011-06-07 11:30:00

Yankees Complete Sweep, Clinch Division Be Sure to check out the rest of the countdown later today.

Top 5 Yankees - Red Sox (Recent) Moments: #5

Published on 2011-06-07 10:00:00

To get you folks in the mood for another clash between the Yankees and Red Sox (and to utilize MLB.com's new embed feature, I will be running down the top 5 Yanks-Sox moments of the last two+ seasons. Here is number 5: Damon and Tex Go Back-to-Back

ESPN New York's Bombers Beat (Rivalry Edition)

Published on 2011-06-07 08:59:00

Angels Pissed About 'Infestation' of Yankees fans

Published on 2011-06-07 03:15:00

From Mark Saxon:Angels right fielder Torii Hunter was running about as fast as he can, tracking Robinson Cano's deep drive and expecting a collision with the wall any second. When half the wall wasn't there, Hunter got worse than a collision. He got

Draft Update: Yanks Take Dante Bichette Jr. With 1st Pick

Published on 2011-06-06 23:50:00

Here is the press release from the Yankees:The Yankees were drawn to a big league pedigree as they considered their first choice in the 2011 First-Year Player Draft, using it to select third baseman Dante Bichette Jr. with the 51st overall pick. The

Another New Era Yanks-Sox Commercial

Published on 2011-06-06 20:24:00

This Week in Yankees History (6/5-6/11)

Published on 2011-06-05 18:07:00

This Week in Yankees History June 5th - June 11th June 5th 1874 - Former Yankees P Jack “Happy Jack” Chesbro (1903-1909) was born. Jack Chesbro holds the MLB and New York Yankees team record for most wins in a season with 41 wins (1904). From 19

Game 57: Yanks @ Angels

Published on 2011-06-05 15:48:00

YANKEES (32-24) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: RHP Bartolo Colon (3-3, 3.26) ANGELS (30-30) Maicer Izturis 2B E

Yanks Win 3-2 Behind Another Strong Start From CC

Published on 2011-06-05 04:15:00

Make it four wins in row for CC Sabathia after his latest gem, an 8.2 inning effort in Cali to lead the Yankees over the Angels 3-2. Not only was it his fourth win in a row, but the fourth with at least 8 innings pitched. The southpaw scattered eight

A Positive Step For Hughes

Published on 2011-06-04 23:29:00

From the AP: New York Yankees right-hander Phil Hughes, sidelined since April 15 because of shoulder inflammation, threw 22 pitches to batters in a side session on Saturday and was encouraged by the way it went. Hughes said his progression was right

Game 56: Yankees @ Angels

Published on 2011-06-04 17:49:00

YANKEES (31-24) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (6-3, 2.98) ANGELS (30-29) Maicer Izturis 2B Erick

Big Guy's 6/3 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-06-04 01:01:00

SWB AAA Yankees Game 6-3-11 SWB Yankees 4 - Toledo Mud Hens (Tigers) 3BOX SCORE The SWB Yankees returned home to face the Toledo Mud Hens and former Yankee Phil Coke. The Yankees got a 4-3 walkoff win to br

Game 55: Yankees @ Angels

Published on 2011-06-03 20:01:00

YANKEES (31-23) Derek Jeter SS Granderson CF Teixeira 1B Rodriguez 3B Cano 2B Martin C Swisher RF Posada DH Gardner LF Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova (4-3, 4.67 ERA) ANGELS (29-29) Maicer Izturis 2B Erick Aybar SS Bobby Abreu LF Torii Hunter RF Alberto Ca

Pitching Matchups for Yanks-Angels

Published on 2011-06-03 13:14:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 10:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP Ivan Nova (4-3, 4.67) vs. RHP Jered Weaver (6-4, 2.10) Game 2: Saturday @ 9:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSLHP CC Sabathia (6-3, 2.98) vs. RHP Dan Haren (5-3, 2.29) Game 3: Sunday @ 3:35 PM | TV: Y

Big Guy's 6/2 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-06-02 23:48:00

SWB AAA Yankees Game 6-2-11 Indianapolis (Pirates) 13 -SWB Yankees 2(Box Score) The SWB Yankees got pounded by Indianapolis by a 13-2 score. Yankee pitching gave up season highs in runs, hits an

Several Yanks On Top Of SI's Most Overrated List (Again)

Published on 2011-06-02 23:43:00

First, here are the results of SI's player poll: Alex Rodriguez, Yankees 3B 18% Joba Chamberlain, Yankees RP 12% Derek Jeter, Yankees SS 7% Jayson Werth, Nationals OF 4% Jonathan Papelbon, Red Sox RP 4% Nick Swisher, Yankees OF 4% Here's a video fr

ESPN New York's Bombers Beat (6/2)

Published on 2011-06-02 11:14:00

Big Guy's 6/1 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-06-01 23:10:00

SWB AAA Game 6-1-11 SWB Yankees 1 - Indianapolis Indians (Pirates) 0(Box Score) The SWB Yankees defeated Indianapolis 1-0 in a pitchers duel between starters DJ Mitchell and Brian Burress. The win puts

AL All-Star Voting Update #1 - Yanks & Bautista Lead the Way

Published on 2011-06-01 16:14:00

From MLB.com: CATCHER Russell Martin, Yankees: 843,459 Joe Mauer, Twins: 593,949 Alex Avila, Tigers: 407,463 Carlos Santana, Indians: 395,892 Yorvit Torrealba, Rangers: 337,737 FIRST BASE Mark Teixeira, Yankees: 827,247 Adrian Gonzalez, Red Sox: 685

Game 54: Yankees @ A's - Looking to Sweep

Published on 2011-06-01 12:17:00

YANKEES (30-23) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Russell Martin C Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez 3B Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett (5-3, 3.99) ATHLETICS (27-29) TBA Pitching: LHP G

Early Returns on Former Yankees - Part Two

Published on 2011-06-01 10:06:00

You can find the first installment here.Position PlayersLance Berkman - .338/.459/.610, 11 HR, 184 wRC+ (194 PA)Still raking.Austin Jackson - .225/.289/.335, 3 HR, 75 wRC+ (235 PA)Jackson improved quite a bit in May, but his production still pales in

Big Guy's 5/31 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-05-31 23:23:00

SWB AAA YANKEES GAME 5-31-11 SWB Yankees 10 - Indianapolis Indians (Pirates) 3(Box Score) The SWB Yankees pounded Indianapolis by a 10-3 score. The win puts the Yanks season record at 27-22. Pit

A Quick Hit on Nova's Struggles

Published on 2011-05-31 15:03:00

With Nova's grasp on the fifth spot in the rotation appearing tenuous, it seemed prudent to delve into his struggles a bit. While a third of the season isn't quite enough to garner a great sense of a player's abilities - particularly a rookie - it do

Hughes Making Progress

Published on 2011-05-31 14:58:00

As per Marc Carig:Plenty of hurdles remain for Phil Hughes to clear before he returns to game action for the first time since April 14. But the right-hander has taken a critical first step toward that goal.Hughes has started throwing off a mound.“I

Colon Blanks A's, Yanks Cruise To 5-0 Win

Published on 2011-05-31 07:39:00

I was out for most of the game, so when I quite shocked when I walked into the house and saw that Colon complete his seventh shutout inning of the day by retiring Hideki Matsui on a grounder to Cano. Maybe I shouldn't have been, after all, the guy's

Big Guy's 5/30 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-05-30 20:36:00

SWB AAA YANKEES GAME 5-30-11 Indianapolis Indians (Pirates) 8 - SWB Yankees 5 The SWB Yankees lost to Indianapolis 8-5 after blowing a 5-4 7th inning lead. The loss drops the 2nd place Yankees record to 26-22.&nb

Nova on Thin Ice?

Published on 2011-05-30 01:41:00

From NorthJersey.com: Manager Joe Girardi clearly was dissatisfied by Ivan Nova’s lack of aggression in Saturday night’s no-decision, and the right-hander might have a loose grip on his rotation spot. Girardi said Nova would take his next turn Fr

Yanks Finally Show Up in Seattle, Take Finale 7-1

Published on 2011-05-30 00:36:00

It was an overall solid win for the Yankees in Seattle on Sunday, winning by the score of 7-1. The win improves the Yankees record to 28-23 on the year. CC Sabathia was sharp over eight innings allowing just one run on five hits and three walks whi

Game 51: Yankees @ Mariners - Trying to Salvage the Finale

Published on 2011-05-29 14:11:00

YANKEES (27-23) Derek Jeter DH Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez SS Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (5-3, 3.17 ERA) MARINERS (26-25) Ichiro Suzuki R

Yanks Make it 0-for-2 in Seattle

Published on 2011-05-29 01:51:00

Another day, another ugly loss to the Mariners, this time losing 5-4 in walk-of fashion. The loss drops the Yankees to 27-23 on the season. Like Friday night, the Yankees once again blew an early lead. Tonight, they were leading 3-1 after three, th

Big Guy's 5/28 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-05-28 22:21:00

SWB AAA Yankees Game 5-28-11 Louisville Bats (Reds) 4 SWB Yankees 3 The SWB Yankees dropped a 4-3 decision to Louisville. The loss drops the 2nd place Yanks record to 25-21 on the year. Pi

Game 50: Yankees @ Mariners

Published on 2011-05-28 18:41:00

YANKEES (27-22) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Jorge Posada DH Nick Swisher RF Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova (4-3, 4.29 ERA) MARINERS (25-25) Ichiro Suzuki RF

This Week's Bomber Beat from ESPN NY

Published on 2011-05-28 13:09:00

Big Guy's 5/27 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-05-28 12:03:00

SWB AAA Yankees Game 5-27-11 SWB Yanks 6 Louisville Bats (Reds) 4 The SWB Yankees defeated Louisville 6-4 for their 4th straight win. The win puts their record at 25-20. They're in 2nd pla

Yanks Release Brian Anderson

Published on 2011-05-27 17:02:00

Via Mike Ashmore: The Trenton Thunder, Double-A Affiliate of the New York Yankees, announce that RHP Brian Anderson has been released from the organization. With the move, Trenton’s roster stands one short of a full 24-man active roster. Anderso

Minor League Injury Updates

Published on 2011-05-27 16:41:00

Mark Newman spoke to LoHud's Chad Jennings and had some updates on some injured Yanks: Greg Golson: About a week away from playing in games. Mark Prior: “Not throwing (off a mound),” Newman said. “He’s really struggling with this kind of hip,

Pitching Matchups for Yanks-Mariners

Published on 2011-05-27 12:55:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 10:10 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (5-3, 4.02) vs. RHP Michael Pineda (6-2, 2.16) Game 2: Saturday @ 10:10 PM | TV: YES/MLBN | Radio: WCBSRHP Ivan Nova (4-3, 4.29) vs. RHP Felix Hernandez (5-4, 3.01) Game 3: Sunday @ 4

Big Guy's 5/26 SWB Yankees Report

Published on 2011-05-27 08:51:00

SWB AAA Yankees Game 5-26-11SWB Yankees 5 Louisville Bats (Reds) 0(Box Score) (Greg's Note: I'll start doing the regular minor league reports soon, but in the meantime BigGuy started doing his ni

Sliding Into Home Sits Down With Bernie Williams

Published on 2011-05-26 15:07:00

During a very nice event held by SoBe Life Water in Madison Sq. Park, Sliding Into Home Media got to finally sink it’s teeth into an interview with the great Bernie Williams. The event featured actresses Hillary Duff and Jessica Szohr along with Sp

Soriano Out 6-8 Weeks,

Published on 2011-05-25 16:48:00

From the AP: Yankees setup man Rafael Soriano has an inflamed ligament in his right elbow that could keep the former All-Star out up to two months. Yankees GM Brian Cashman said that Soriano was examined Wednesday by orthopedist Dr. James Andrews in

Game 48: Yankees vs. Blue Jays

Published on 2011-05-25 12:04:00

YANKEES (26-21) Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez 3B Pitching: RHP Freddy Garcia (2-4, 3.12) BLUE JAYS (24-24) Yunel Escobar SS Cor

Yanks Comeback To Beat Jays 5-4 in Walk-Off Fashion

Published on 2011-05-25 00:40:00

Very nice win for the Yanks in the Bronx tonight, as they came back from a 4-1 8th inning deficit to win 5-4. The Yankees haven't had many of these this year, so it was good to see. By the looks of the players reactions after the winning run crossed

Soriano shut down indefinitely, seeing Dr. Andrews

Published on 2011-05-24 15:51:00

As per Chad Jennings:Rafael Soriano was throwing off flat ground yesterday and had to shut it down because of soreness in his elbow. He went for another MRI today, but results are not immediately available.Joe Girardi said he’s more concerned at th

Game 47: Yankees vs. Blue Jays

Published on 2011-05-24 15:10:00

YANKEES (25-21) Derek Jeter DH Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Nick Swisher RF Brett Gardner LF Eduardo Nunez SS Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (4-3, 3.06) BLUE JAYS (24-23) Yunel Escobar SS Cor

Updates on the Injured Yankees

Published on 2011-05-24 00:50:00

SteveB over at NJ.com's Pride of the Yankees blog has the rundown. Here's a rundown of the more severe injured Yanks: Eric Chavez (foot)-- The protective boot is off and he is walking fairly normally. He will not resume any baseball acti

Colon Struggles as Yanks Fall 7-3

Published on 2011-05-23 23:28:00

It was a rare rough start for Bartolo Colon in the Bronx tonight. In six innings the right-hander allowed six runs on seven hits, walked four, and struck out eight. He was pretty good over the first five, allowing just one run on Jose Bautista's leag

Yankees-Jays Pitching Match-ups + Tonight's Line-ups

Published on 2011-05-23 14:43:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Bartolo Colon (2-2, 3.16) vs. RHP Carlos Villanueva (1-0, 1.48) Game 2: Tuesday @ 7:05 PM | TV: My9 | Radio: WCBSLHP CC Sabathia (4-3, 3.06) vs. Ricky Romero (4-4, 3.10) Gane 3: Wednesday @ 1:05 PM

Weekend Wrap: Yanks Take Round 1 of Subway Series

Published on 2011-05-23 00:43:00

It was a busy weekend here at the Cohen household so I wasn't able to post as much as I would have liked to (what else is new?) so here's a summary of the weekend's action in the Bronx. Friday night's opener was an ugly one for the Yanks, as

This Week in Yankees History (5/22-5/28)

Published on 2011-05-22 19:48:00

This Week in Yankee History May 22nd - May 28th May 22nd 1913 - St. Louis Browns rookie P Dwight Stone gives up 6 hits, 7 walks and plunks 3 batters, but still beats the New York Yankees by the score of 7-0. The visiting Yankees strand a

Subway Series Rubber Game Lineups

Published on 2011-05-22 12:47:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Chris Dickerson RF Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova METS Jose Reyes SS Daniel Murphy 1B Carlos Beltran DH

Saturday Night's Lineup & Pendleton Recalled

Published on 2011-05-21 16:02:00

According to Chad Jennings, Lance Pendleton is headed back to the Bronx to rejoin the big club. No word on any corresponding moves.Derek Jeter SSCurtis Granderson CFMark Teixeira 1BAlex Rodriguez DHRobinson Cano 2BRussell Martin CNick Swisher RFAndru

Update on Feliciano

Published on 2011-05-21 10:37:00

From Marc Carig: Pedro Feliciano still intends to make good on his promise to strike out former Mets teammate Ike Davis in a Subway Series game. And to make it happen, the injured lefty reliever has turned to platelet-rich plasma therapy, which he ho

Friday Night's Lineups

Published on 2011-05-20 14:47:00

YANKEESDerek Jeter SSCurtis Granderson CFMark Teixeira 1BAlex Rodriguez 3BRobinson Cano 2BRussell Martin CJorge Posada DHNick Swisher RFBrett Gardner LFPitching: RHP Freddy Garcia METS Jose Reyes SSDaniel Murphy 1BCarlos Beltran RFJason Bay

Subway Series Pitching Matchups

Published on 2011-05-20 14:12:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: MY9/MLBN | Radio: WCBSRHP Freddy Garcia (2-3, 3.22) vs. RHP R.A. Dickey (1-5, 5.08) Game 2: Saturday @ 7:10 PM | TV: FOX | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (4-3, 3.99) vs. LHP Chris Capuano (3-4, 4.78) Gane 3: Sunday @ 1:05

Joe Posnanski on the 2013 Yankees

Published on 2011-05-20 13:36:00

For those of you that are unfamiliar with Joe Posnanski, there is only one course of action - familiarize yourself with Joe Posnanski. Perhaps my favorite writer (sports or otherwise), Posnanski writes for Sports Illustrated and cross-publishes most

ESPN New York's Bombers Beat (5/20)

Published on 2011-05-20 10:19:00

CC Dominates As Yanks Destroy O's 13-2

Published on 2011-05-20 01:30:00

After losing six straight the Yankees have now won three in a row after beating up on the O's in Baltimore on Thursday to the tune of 13-2. All problems are not solved with this team but at least they're showing some signs of life after that ugly los

Posada Starts At 1st & an Update on Dickerson

Published on 2011-05-19 15:59:00

Here's tonight's lineup as the Yanks look to make it three in a row: Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira DH Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Russell Martin C Jorge Posada 1B Nick Swisher RF Brett Gardner LF Also, the Yankees announc

Marchand: Posada Could Be Gone If He Isn't Hitting By The Break

Published on 2011-05-19 11:18:00

From Andrew Marchand: The New York Yankees will reconsider Jorge Posada's future with the team if his numbers don't improve by the All-Star break, according a baseball official with knowledge of the Yankees' thinking. On Wednesday, Yankees manager J

Tonight's Lineup: No Posada, Cervelli Behind The Plate

Published on 2011-05-18 15:25:00

Derek Jeter DH Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Eduardo Nunez SS Francisco Cervelli C

Yanks-O's Pitching Matchups

Published on 2011-05-18 11:29:00

YANKEES @ ORIOLES(two games) Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSBartolo Colon (2-2, 3.74) vs. Jeremy Guthrie (1-6, 3.98) Game 2: Thursday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSCC Sabathia (3-3, 3.47) vs. Brad Bergesen (1-4, 4.35)

Back in the Win Column.... Finally

Published on 2011-05-17 23:31:00

The team desperately needed something to feel good about and tonight's win was certainly that. Ivan Nova pitched pretty well over 5.1, allowing just a run on four hits. The bullpen, and especially David Robertson did a solid job (more on that later)

Tonight's Line-up - Posada's Starting, Swish is Sitting

Published on 2011-05-17 15:54:00

Derek Jeter, SSCurtis Granderson, CFMark Teixeira, 1BAlex Rodriguez, 3BRobinson Cano, 2BRussell Martin, CJorge Posada, DHBrett Gardner, LFChris Dickerson, RFIvan Nova will be toeing the rubber to start the game.

Chris Dickerson Called-Up - Soriano to the DL

Published on 2011-05-17 15:02:00

As per Chad Jennings:Outfielder Chris Dickerson just walked into the clubhouse. Looks like he’ll fill out the Yankees bench. No word on an official move.I'm assuming this means one of the Yankees eight relievers will be heading down to Scranton - t

Yanks Ink Randy Flores to Minor League Deal

Published on 2011-05-17 12:25:00

From Danny Knobler:The Yankees, badly in need of left-handed relief help, have signed veteran Randy Flores to a minor-league deal. Flores will report to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre by Wednesday. Flores, who pitched in the big leagues with the Ro

Soriano to See Dr. Ahmad

Published on 2011-05-17 10:06:00

Alec Baldwin, Like Most Yankees Fans, Wants to Punch a Sox Fan in the Face

Published on 2011-05-17 09:02:00

Yanks Blow Another Lead, Lose 6th Straight

Published on 2011-05-17 08:41:00

Like Sunday's game, the Yankees had another early lead, this time a 5-1 lead over David Price through the first 5 and a half innings, but like Sunday it was a lead they couldn't hold. A.J. Burnett, who has been solid this season, fell apart in the 6

Tonight's Lineup Does Not Include Posada

Published on 2011-05-16 15:01:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez 3B Pitching RHP: A.J. Burnett

Ortiz on Jorge: "They are doing that guy wrong"

Published on 2011-05-16 14:42:00

Apparently, David Ortiz felt the need to offer up his opinion on the Jorge Posada situation. Here's the story from Roger Rubin: Red Sox slugger David Ortiz offered all kinds of support for Jorge Posada Saturday night, but the one thing he didn't agre

Quick Updates on Soriano and Hughes

Published on 2011-05-16 12:17:00

Courtesy of Chad Jennings:Rafael Soriano said he’s going to throw a bullpen tomorrow, and if that goes well he’ll be available on Wednesday at the earliest. Girardi seemed to indicate that the Yankees might have to make a move if Soriano’s elbo

Olney Now Says The Yankees Are Mad At Jeter

Published on 2011-05-16 11:44:00

There is an article on ESPN about it along with this vid: Seriously, what the hell is wrong with this team? This isn't the kind of thing that should be happening in the Yankees clubhouse. This season is heading south fast and the bad feelings sur

This Week in Yankees History (5/15-5/21)

Published on 2011-05-16 09:06:00

This Week in Yankees History May 15th - May 21st May 15th 1908 - The New York Yankees purchased P Hippo Vaughn (1908,1910-12) from Macon of the Georgia State League for undisclosed amount of cash. Hippo went 22-30 with the Yankees in 72 games. 1912 -

Weekend of Shame Completed

Published on 2011-05-15 22:54:00

The Yankees finished their awful weekend in the Bronx tonight, blowing a 4-1 lead to lose to the Red Sox 7-5 to complete the three-game sweep. More bad pitching, fielding and a lack of timely hitting led to this loss, the team's 9 in their last 12 ga

Are the Yankees in trouble?

Published on 2011-05-15 11:32:00

The Jorge Posada problem--which everyone is blowing completely out of proportion--is just the latest in this team's problems. They're a home run or nothing offense, they're bullpen has been hit or miss, and their starters were what they were coming

The Posada Situation

Published on 2011-05-15 01:07:00

In case you didn't know, Jorge Posada decided he needed tonight off to clear he head. Here is his explanation via ESPN: During the game, Brian Cashman told the media that Posada was not injured and didn't mention why Posada was not playing. This, a

Girardi, Disappointed With Yanks Play, Calls A Team Meeting

Published on 2011-05-14 11:25:00

From Joel Sherman: The Yanks' play had been disturbing enough recently -- sloppy on defense, not opportunistic on offense -- that manager Joe Girardi called a meeting last night of the whole team, including coaches, to stress the need to clean up the

Slade Heathcott's Turns His Life Around With AA (Then Starts a Brawl)

Published on 2011-05-14 11:13:00

It was a crazy Friday for the Yankees 1st round pick. It started with this article from Gene Sapakoff about how the Yankees have sent Heathcott to AA and how he's turn his life around. It's a nice story about the kid, who seems to have his life heade

Pitching Matchups For Yanks-Sox & Tonight's Lineup

Published on 2011-05-13 15:00:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Bartolo Colon (2-1, 3.86) vs. RHP Clay Buchholz (3-3, 4.19) Game 2: Saturday @ 7:10 PM | TV: FOX | Radio: WCBS LHP CC Sabathia (3-2, 2.89) vs. RHP Josh Beckett (2-1, 1.99) Game 3: Sunday @ 8:05 PM

Noesi Called Up

Published on 2011-05-13 14:47:00

Sorry for the delay, Blogger was down since yesterday afternoon and I was unable to post anything.... According to Marc Carig, Hector Noesi is with the team. Joel Sherman is reporting that Buddy Carlyle is on his way out.

Sherman: Yanks to Call Up Amaury Sanit

Published on 2011-05-12 14:54:00

According to Joel Sherman via Twitter, the Yankees will call up RHP Amaury Sanit from Triple-A to help the overworked pen. In 8 appearances (2 starts) for SWB Sanit was 2-0 with a 4.96 ERA. In 16.1 innings he allowed 9 ER on 20 hits, walked 6 and h

Procedure Done on Colon Now Being Investigating By MLB

Published on 2011-05-12 11:14:00

From Matt Weber:Major League Baseball is investigating a procedure that Yankees right-hander Bartolo Colon underwent last year because it was performed by a surgeon who has used human growth hormone in similar treatments, The New York Times reported

5/11 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-05-12 09:17:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (18-14) lost to Buffalo (15-19) 5-3: Box - Recap HITTING: Chris Dickerson, CF: 1-for-5, R, 2B, K Luis Nunez, SS: 1-for-4, R, SB (2) Jesus Montero, DH: 1-for-4, RBI, K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 0-for-3, BB,

Update on Soriano

Published on 2011-05-11 18:55:00

According to Bryan Heyman, Rafael Soriano's MRI results are in and they show "a little inflammation in the right elbow." The Yankees have him listed as day to day and hope he'll be available for the Boston series this weekend.

Wednesday's Lineups: Yanks vs. Royals

Published on 2011-05-11 16:34:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett (4-2, 3.71) ROYALS Jarrod Dyson CF Melky Cabrera LF Eric Ho

Monahan to Retire After Season

Published on 2011-05-11 14:03:00

Press Release via the Yankees: The New York Yankees announced today that Head Athletic Trainer Gene Monahan, who is the longest-tenured employee in the Yankees organization, will retire at the conclusion of the 2011 season after 49 years of continuou

Hughes to Begin Throwing Program on Thursday

Published on 2011-05-11 11:20:00

As per NBC Sports:While Phil Hughes is still a long way from pitching with the Yankees again, Ian Begley of ESPNNewYork.com reports that he’s tentatively scheduled to begin a throwing program Thursday.Hughes was placed on the disabled list last mon

This Week's ESPN NY Bombers Beat

Published on 2011-05-11 11:18:00

Precautionary MRI For Soriano

Published on 2011-05-11 11:15:00

After last night's game, many were wondering where Rafael Soriano was for the 8th. After the game, Girardi responded to the questions, saying that Soriano "didn't feel good today" and was “a little bit sore” that after speaking with the team doct

5/10 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-05-11 09:36:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (18-13) lost to Buffalo (14-19) 9-5: Box - Recap HITTING: Daniel Brewer, RF: 0-for-5, 3 K Chris Dickerson, LF: 1 for 3, 2 R, HR (1), RBI, 2 BB, 2 K, SB Jesus Montero, C: 1-for-4, BB, K Jorge Vazquez,

Tonght's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2011-05-10 14:44:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF

Pitching Matchups For Yanks-Royals

Published on 2011-05-10 13:45:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Freddy Garcia (1-2, 2.88) vs. RHP Kyle Davies (1-4, 7.32) Game 2: Wednesday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (4-2, 3.71) vs. LHP Bruce Chen (4-1, 3.59) Game 3: Thursday @ 7:05 PM |

5/9 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-05-10 09:19:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (18-12) beat Buffalo (13-19) 6-2: Box - Recap HITTING: Daniel Brewer, DH: 1-for-4, BB, 2 K, Chris Dickerson, CF: 0-for-4, RBI, BB, 3 K Jesus Montero, C: 0-for-5, 1 K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 2-for-4, 2 R,

A New Agent For A-Rod

Published on 2011-05-09 14:52:00

According to MLB Trade Rumors, Alex Rodriguez has signed on with agent Dan Lozano "for all baseball-related work". As you may recall, A-Rod fired long-time agent Scott Boras, last September.

Cashman Oh Jeter and Jorge

Published on 2011-05-09 13:57:00

Brain Cashman spoke to the media today about various topics. Here are some of the highlights via Marc Carig: On Derek Jeter's two-homer performance against the Rangers yesterday... Desperately what we needed yesterday, I think we tried to do everyth

Maybe Jeter Was Right

Published on 2011-05-09 09:10:00

Last week Jeter was quoted in the Daily News about his early season struggles and said:"I can't change anything that happened in the first month of the season," Jeter said. "Yeah, I didn't swing the bat well. I probably was swinging a lot mainly just

Sunday's Lineups: Happy Mother's Day

Published on 2011-05-08 11:07:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia RANGERS Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Michael Young DH

This Week in Yankees History (5/8-5/14)

Published on 2011-05-08 07:11:00

This Week in Yankees History May 8th - May 14th May 8th 1891 - Former Yankees P Chester “Red” Hoff (1911-1913) was born. Chester “Red” Hoff went 0-2 in 12 games for the New York Yankees. 1903 - After losing their 1st ever game against t

Saturday's Lineup

Published on 2011-05-07 17:25:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Andruw Jones LF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Pitching: RHP Bartolo Colon

Friday Night's Lineups

Published on 2011-05-06 18:26:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova RANGERS Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Michael Young DH Adrian

Yankees Claim Todd from Indians, DFA Russo

Published on 2011-05-06 15:23:00

As per Chad Jennings:Here’s the announcement from the Yankees.Earlier today, the Yankees claimed RHP Jess Todd off waivers from Cleveland. Todd previously spent 2011 with Triple-A Columbus, posting an 11.00 ERA in eight games without recording a de

Curtis Granderson: A Gentleman and a Scholar

Published on 2011-05-05 21:58:00

As per Mitch Abramson:For moment, South Bronx HS baseball player Martin Perez felt like superman.During batting practice on Wednesday, Perez swung at a pitch from teammate Corey Palmares and shredded his 33-inch Marucci bat into pieces.The damage was

Chavez Out With a Broken Pinky Toe

Published on 2011-05-05 15:03:00

From George A. King III:The Yankees third baseman left Thursday’s game against the Tigers at Comerica Park with a small fracture of the fifth metatarsal in the left foot after hitting an RBI triple in the fourth inning. Chavez, who started in plac

Today's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2011-05-05 09:35:00

Brett Gardner LF Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Curtis Granderson CF Jorge Posada DH Eric Chavez 3B Russell Martin C Eduardo Nunez SS Pitching: RHP AJ Burnett

Hughes Out At Least 6-8 Weeks

Published on 2011-05-05 07:25:00

From Mark Feinsand: Phil Hughes is at least 6-8 weeks away from returning to the Yankees' rotation, yet Brian Cashman sounded as encouraged as he's been in a while about the righthander's future. With all tests for thoracic outlet syndrome coming ba

Jeter Has Sore Hip, Listed As Day-To-Day

Published on 2011-05-05 07:23:00

Jeter left last night's game with a sore hip and after the game, manager Joe Girardi didn't seem too concerned.“It’s not a big deal, it’s not an injury,” Jeter said. “It’s just one of those things that happens throughout the year.” Bef

Hughes expected to miss an addition 6 to 8 weeks

Published on 2011-05-04 20:10:00

As per Wallace Matthews:The Yankees will be without Phil Hughes for another six to eight weeks as team doctors continue to search for the cause of his mysterious loss of velocity.General manager Brian Cashman on Wednesday revealed on a conference cal

Tonight's Lineups: Yankees @ Tigers

Published on 2011-05-04 15:19:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Francisco Cervelli C Pitching: RHP Freddy Garcia (1-1, 2.00) TIGERS Austin Jackson CF Scott Sizemore 2B

K-Long on Jeter: "Where are the extra-base hits?"

Published on 2011-05-04 11:32:00

From Mark Feinsand: "When you look at the numbers, you say, 'Where are the extra-base hits?'" hitting coach Kevin Long said. "That's probably the one part of this whole thing where you say, 'We can get better there. We need to get a little bit better

5/3 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-05-04 05:01:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (15-9) and Gwinnett (14-11) were rained out. Since SWB doesn't go back to Gwinnett this season they will make this one up in Scranton in August. Notes: Greg Golson was placed on the DL with a left ha

Tonight's Lineup

Published on 2011-05-03 18:35:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada DH Andruw Jones RF Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia (2-1, 2.25)

Yanks Bring Back Brad Halsey

Published on 2011-05-03 14:25:00

From the Washington Post:The Yankees have signed LHP Brad Halsey to a minor league contract. He is working out at extended spring training.Halsey pitched for the Yankees in 2004, going 1-3 with a 6.47 ERA in 8 games (7 starts). As you may remember, H

ESPN New York's Bomber Beat

Published on 2011-05-03 10:59:00

Video: Jeter Reacts To Bin Laden's Death

Published on 2011-05-03 10:56:00

Hughes Tests Negative For Circulatory and Vascular Issues

Published on 2011-05-03 01:01:00

From Mark Feinsand:Phil Hughes' tests came back negative Monday for all circulatory and vascular issues. ... Results on last week's initial tests showed a low-level risk for TOS, a condition that would likely have required season-ending surgery.Good

Early Returns on Some Former Yankees

Published on 2011-05-02 18:31:00

This was a fairly popular series last season, generating a great deal of discussion and a few e-mails along the way. Here's hoping that this year's incarnation will be even more successful. As always, leave a comment if you would like to see any part

Pitching Matchups and Tonight's Lineup (No Cano)

Published on 2011-05-02 15:17:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Eduardo Nunez 2B Pitching: RHP Bartolo Colon PITCHING MATCHUPS Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio

Millwood Opts Out

Published on 2011-05-02 09:34:00

As per Buster Olney:Kevin Millwood has opted out of his contract with NYY, after they didn't add him to big league rosterIt's difficult for me to say anything other than good riddance, as Millwood's attitude has left a great deal to be desired. That,

Phillies Fans React to the Death of a Monster

Published on 2011-05-02 09:14:00

It's THE story of the day so even though this is not a political blog, I felt like passing this one along. The only live sporting event going on in the US last night when the news broke was the Mets-Phillies game in Philly. Here's the reaction:

Sunday's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2011-05-01 10:10:00

Derek Jeter, SS Curtis Granderson, CF Mark Teixeira, 1B Alex Rodriguez, 3B Robinson Cano, 2B Nick Swisher, RF Jorge Posada, DH Brett Gardner, LF Francisco Cervelli, C Pitching: Ivan Nova, RHP

4/30 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-05-01 07:49:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (14-9) lost to Gwinnett (14-9) 4-1: Box - Recap - Game Story HITTING: Greg Golson, CF: 1-for-4, R, BB Kevin Russo, 2B: 2-for-4, BB Jesus Montero, C: 2-for-5, RBI Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 0-for-4, 4 K Just

Harper: Jeter is is getting painful to watch

Published on 2011-04-30 08:37:00

From John Harper: The fans were doing their best Friday night to summon up one of those classic Derek Jeter moments they've witnessed over the years. They were on their feet, chanting the captain's name as he came to bat with the bases loaded in the

Feliciano's Time Table Pushed Back

Published on 2011-04-30 08:09:00

From Brian Costello via Twitter:Feliciano said doctors pushed him back from throwing this week. He'll play catch next week Regardless of the optimism he has shown, this seems like this is going to be the trend until he finally decides to bite the bul

Tonight's Lineup: Cervelli Activated

Published on 2011-04-29 15:56:00

Francisco Cervelli was activated from the DL. To make room on the roster Gustavo Molina was optioned to Triple-A. Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin

Pitching Matchups for Yanks-Jays

Published on 2011-04-29 11:21:00

YANKEES (14-8) vs. BLUE JAYS (12-13) Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Freddy Garcia (1-0, 0.69) vs. LHP Ricky Romero (1-3, 3.00) Game 2: Tomorrow @ 4:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (3-1, 3.52) vs. RHP Kyle Drabek (

Yanks Bats Show Up, Beat White Sox 12-3

Published on 2011-04-29 08:14:00

Final123456789RHE Chi. White Sox000000300390 N.Y. Yankees «00206130x12132 WP: C. Sabathia (2-1) LP: E. Jackson (2-3) HR: CHW - None NYY - B. Gardner (3),N. Swisher (1) It was a nice and easy win for t

4/28 Minor League Report - Millwood Gets Bombed

Published on 2011-04-29 07:51:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (14-7) lost to Charlotte (8-12) 6-3: Box - Recap - Game Story HITTING: Greg Golson, CF: 2-for-5, RBI, K Francisco Cervelli, C: 0-for-4, BB, K Jesus Montero, DH: 0-for-5, 4 K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 2-for

Hughes May Have Thoracic Outlet Syndrome

Published on 2011-04-28 17:36:00

As per USA Today:At least one part of that equation has become a serious concern with Hughes, an 18-game winner last season, on the disabled list with the possibility he could have thoracic outlet syndrome, a rare disorder that affects blood flow.Hug

Tonight's Lineup: No Tex or Jeter

Published on 2011-04-28 15:07:00

Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher RF Robinson Cano 2B Alex Rodriguez 3B Eric Chavez 1B Russell Martin C Jorge Posada DH Brett Gardner LF Eduardo Nunez SS Pitching LHP CC Sabathia

The Yankees-Orioles Brawl of '98 - Full Video

Published on 2011-04-28 14:02:00

This 14+ minute video has been going around the web today so I figured I'd pass it along. It's the entire fight, from the Bernie Williams home run that pissed off Benitez, to Tim Raines' home run that followed. That was one crazy freaking brawl.

Colon Continues His Shockingly Good Start, Yanks Win 3-1

Published on 2011-04-28 09:55:00

Final123456789RHE Chi. White Sox000001000170 N.Y. Yankees «30000000x360 WP: B. Colon (2-1) LP: M. Buehrle (1-3) SV: M. Rivera (8) HR: CHW - None NYY - R. Cano (6) If you had told me that Ba

4/27 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-28 08:39:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (14-6) beat Charlotte (7-12) 8-5: Box - Recap HITTING: Greg Golson, LF: 1-for-5, R, RBI, 2 K Frankie Cervelli, C: 1-for-4, R, RBI, 2 K Jorge Vazquez, 1: 2-for-5, 2 R, 2B, RBI Justin Maxwell, CF: 2-f

Wednesday's Lineup Vs. Chicago

Published on 2011-04-27 14:48:00

Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeria 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Curtis Granderson CF Pitching: RHP Bartolo Colon

More Tests For Phil

Published on 2011-04-27 13:56:00

This happened yesterday, but I was busy and missed it... Anyway, here's the info via Marc Carig:Hughes undewent four hours worth of tests: 2 MRIs, vascular exam. Results haven't been reviewed yet. Seeing doc tonight. More tests tom.Results may be an

Soriano's Struggles Continue, Yanks Drop Second Straight

Published on 2011-04-27 08:46:00

Final123456789RHE Chi. White Sox (10-14) «0000100203100 N.Y. Yankees (12-8)010010000240 WP: G. Floyd (3-1) LP: R. Soriano (1-1) SV: S. Santos (2)HR: CHW - P. Konerko (6) NYY - R. Cano

Tonight's Yankees Lineup

Published on 2011-04-26 14:42:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez DH Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Brett Gardner LF Gustavo Molina C Pitching: RHP Ivan Nova

Humber Silences Yanks Bats, White Sox Win 2-0

Published on 2011-04-26 08:36:00

Final123456789RHE Chi. White Sox (9-14) «000100001250 N.Y. Yankees (12-7)000000000030 WP: P. Humber (2-2) LP: A. Burnett (3-1)SV: S. Santos (1) As you can see from the box this was just an awful night for the Y

4/25 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-26 08:14:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (12-6) beat Syracuse (7-11) 2-1 in 13 innings: Box - Recap - Game Story BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 0-for-6 Kevin Russo, 2B-3B: 1-for-5, RBI, BB, 2 K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 1-for-6, 4 K Chris Dickerson, LF

Hughes Heading to the Doctor

Published on 2011-04-25 15:50:00

As per Chad Jennings:Phil Hughes’ bullpen did not go well this afternoon. He’ll now see a doctor to make sure there’s nothing physically wrong.“Not good,” Joe Girardi said. “It just didn’t bounce back like we thought it would.”Hughes

The Lineup, Pitching Matchups, and Hughes Suffers a Setback

Published on 2011-04-25 15:36:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett Pitching Matchups Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES/ESPN | Radio:

Yanks Boiling Over Martin Beaning

Published on 2011-04-25 13:27:00

From John Harper: From the outside looking in, it's hard not to think the Orioles are trying to do something, anything, to make the Yankees recognize their day is coming when they won't be a punching bag anymore. Even if that means drilling Russell

This Week in Yankees History (4/24-4/30)

Published on 2011-04-25 09:03:00

This Week in Yankees History April 24th-April 30th April 24th 1895 - Former Yankees P Harry Harper (1921) was born. Pitcher Harry Harper came to the New York Yankees in the Waite Hoyt trade with the Boston Red Sox in December of 1920. He posted a 4

Weekend Wrap: Yanks Take 2 From Baltimore

Published on 2011-04-25 05:50:00

Saturday's game was a laugher, with the Yankees winning 15-3. CC Sabathia was pretty dominating over 8 innings, allowing 3 runs on 6 hits, walked 1, and struck out 7 on his way to his first victory of the year. Offensive, the Yankees were led once a

4/24 Minor League Report: Montero Hurt

Published on 2011-04-25 05:25:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (11-6) beat Syracuse (7-10) 3-2: Box - Recap - Game Story BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 0-for-4, 2 K Kevin Russo, 2B: 0-for-3, K Jesus Montero, C: 0-for-1, K -- He left the game after fouling a ball off

Soriano Sat With a Sore Lower Back

Published on 2011-04-24 19:06:00

From Chad Jennings: Rafael Soriano was unavailable because of a sore lower back. He was unavailable yesterday as well, but he said he expects to be able to pitch tomorrow. He went to the bullpen around the sixth inning and tried to get loose, but it

Sunday's Lineup vs. O's

Published on 2011-04-24 09:39:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF

Tonight's Lineup

Published on 2011-04-23 15:32:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF

Playoff Expansion is a Joke

Published on 2011-04-23 12:19:00

From CBS Sports:With both sides expressing support for adding two playoff teams in 2012, negotiators for baseball players and owners are considering having the new wild card round be best-of-3 or winner-take-all. Because longer series would push

Pitching Matchups For Yanks-O's

Published on 2011-04-22 12:35:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:00 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSCC Sabathia (0-1, 2.52) vs. Brad Bergesen (0-2, 3.38) Game 2: Tomorrow @ 7:00 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSFreddy Garcia (1-0, 1.29) vs. Chris Tillman (0-2, 6.16) Game 3: Sunday @ 1:30 PM | TV: YES | Radi

4/21 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-22 03:55:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (8-5) beat Lehigh Valley (7-7) 3-0: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, LF: 1-for-4, R, 3B, 2 K, HBP Kevin Russo, 2B: 2-for-5, R, 3B, RBI, 2 K Jesus Montero, C: 0-for-3, RBI, K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 2-f

A Look Back: Opening Day 1992

Published on 2011-04-21 15:18:00

.... OK, I know some of you are thinking 'What the hell is Greg talking about?' But I was browsing around the Youtubes and stumbled across this clip. It's the MSG Network intro for the game. Buck Showalter was a rookie manager, Scott Sanderson was on

National Geographic's "Break it Down: Yankee Stadium"

Published on 2011-04-21 13:33:00

The show wil air on Thursday April 28th at 10:00 PM. Here are some video previews via National Geographic:

Colon Sharp In Yanks Win Over Jays

Published on 2011-04-21 07:19:00

Final123456789RHE N.Y. Yankees «120020001690 Toronto010000100280 WP: B. Colon (1-1) LP: B. Cecil (1-2)SV: R. Soriano (1) The Yankees rebounded from Mariano Rivera's annual April blown save with a very solid 6-2 win over the

4/20 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-21 06:55:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (7-5) beat Lehigh Valley (7-6) 6-0: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 2-for-5, R, K Kevin Russo, 2B: 2-for-5, 2 R Jesus Montero, C: 3-for-5, 2B, K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 2-for-5, R, 2 RBI, K Chris D

Tonight's Lineups and Some News on Hughes & Cervelli

Published on 2011-04-20 16:07:00

Here's the update on Hughes from Ian Begley: Pitching coach Larry Rothschild observed Phil Hughes on Sunday during the righty's first long-toss session since going to the disabled list. Rothschild reported that Hughes "had some life" on the ball, man

ESPN New York's Bombers Beat (4/20)

Published on 2011-04-20 10:04:00

I never saw Munson play so I won't comment. But for those of you who did, what do you think about Cashman's Martin/Munson comparison?

4/19 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-20 07:09:00

================ After making his Triple-A debut the other night, Mark Prior has placed on the 7-day DL. No word on the extent of the injury, so for now, let's hope it's something minor. (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (6-5) lost to Lehigh V

Tonight's Lineup vs. Toronto: No A-Rod

Published on 2011-04-19 14:53:00

Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF RHP A.J. Burnett

Pitching Matchups for Yanks-Jays

Published on 2011-04-19 12:35:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS RHP A.J. Burnett (3-0, 4.67) vs. RHP Kyle Drabek (1-0, 1.93) Game 2: Wednesday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Bartolo Colon (0-1, 3.97) vs. LHP Brett Cecil (1-1, 6.19)

4/18 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-19 06:23:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (5-4) beat Lehigh Valley (6-4) 6-4 in game 1 of their doubleheader: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 1-for-4, R, K Ramiro Pena, SS: 0-for-3, BB Jesus Montero, C: 3-for-4, R – now hitting .452

This Week in Yankees History (4/17-4/23)

Published on 2011-04-19 03:51:00

This Week in Yankees History April 17th - April 23rd April 17th 1888 - Former Yankees INF Thomas “Rebel” McMillian (1912) was born. On August 12,1912, Tom McMillian was traded by the Rochester (International League) to the New York Hig

Feliciano Update

Published on 2011-04-18 15:57:00

Well, it's better than the he's done for the year report I was expecting so I guess it's OK news.

Jorge Vazquez Wins IL Batter of the Week

Published on 2011-04-18 13:34:00

From Donnie Collins: Jorge Vazquez was named the International League’s Batter of the Week for the period running from April 11 through the 17th. In this time, Vazquez was 11 for 26 with five homers and 11 RBIs. He currently leads the IL in homer

A Semi-Update on Phil Hughes

Published on 2011-04-18 09:19:00

As per Brian Heyman:Girardi said the Yankees were close to sending Phil Hughes down to AAA.“But after talking everything out, we realized there’s something going on here. Let’s be smart here,” Girardi said.So Hughes went on the DL. He’s sup

Some Stuff I Missed Over the Weekend

Published on 2011-04-18 06:52:00

Sorry for the lack of posts this weekend. I was a bit under the weather, and with a bunch of different things going on I just didn't have the time.... My bad. Here's what we missed: - The Yankees were able to take two of three from the reigning AL

Sunday Night's Yankees Lineup: A-Rod Sits

Published on 2011-04-17 18:34:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Curtis Granderson CF Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 3B Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Brett Gardner LF CC Sabathia LHP .... by the way, GO KNICKS

4/16 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-17 02:27:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (5-3) was rained out, no word on when the game will be made up. (Double-A) Trenton (3-5) was also rained out. They'll play two tomorrow. Kevin Millwood (game 1) and Craig Heyer (game 2) will g

Saturday's Lineups

Published on 2011-04-16 11:55:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixiera 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Gustavo Molina C RHP Freddy Garcia RANGERS Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Michael Young 1B Adrian Beltr

4/15 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-16 06:39:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (5-3) beat Buffalo (4-5) 5-3: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 1-for-2, R, K Daniel Brewer, PH-RF: 1-for-3, R, 3B, 2 RBI Ramiro Pena, SS: 1-for-4, BB Jesus Montero, C: 3-for-5, RBI --- now

Tonight's Lineups

Published on 2011-04-15 17:41:00

YANKEES Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Andruw Jones LF Jorge Posada DH Russell Martin C Curtis Granderson CF RHP Ivan Nova RANGERS Ian Kinsler 2B Elvis Andrus SS Michael Young DH Adrian Beltre 3B

Hughes to the DL with a "Dead Arm"

Published on 2011-04-15 16:27:00

From MLB.com: The Yankees put Phil Hughes on the 15-day disabled list with a case of dead arm on Friday, providing an apparent cause-and-effect case for his 13.94 ERA through three starts. Veteran Bartolo Colon will take Hughes' spot in the rotati

Two Minor Signings

Published on 2011-04-15 10:48:00

4/14 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-15 03:14:00

================ INJURY UPDATES: Gary Sanchez was placed on the DL, I'm still unsure of the severity of the injury. ... Both Manuel Banuelos and Dellin Betances are also headed to the DL with blister issues, (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (4-3) b

Yanks Comeback from 5-0 Down to Beat the O's 6-5 in 10

Published on 2011-04-15 00:27:00

Final 10th12345678910RHE Baltimore00212000005110 N.Y. Yankees «00001210116111 WP: M. Rivera (1-0) LP: M. Gonzalez (0-1) Nice comeback win for the Yanks tonight in the Bronx, coming back from 5-0 down to win 6-5 in 10. For now,

Tonight's Lineups

Published on 2011-04-14 17:58:00

YANKEES Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C ORIOLES Brian Roberts 2B Nick Markakis RF Derrek Lee 1B Vladimir Guerrero DH Luke Scott

Feliciano Could be Done for the Year

Published on 2011-04-14 13:15:00

At this juncture, it appears likely that Feliciano will end up under the knife. I suppose I may be leaping to conclusions, but the persistent setbacks and the sentiment expressed by Girardi and Cashman seems to indicate the worst. Should shoulder sur

Swish & Papelbon Star in New Norelco Commercial

Published on 2011-04-14 10:00:00

4/13 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-14 04:52:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (3-3) lost to Buffalo (4-3) 4-0: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, LF: 0-for-4, 2 K Chris Dickerson, RF: 0-for-4, E (throwing) Jesus Montero, C: 1-for-4, 2 K Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 1-for-4 Jordan

Tonight's Lineup vs. Baltimore

Published on 2011-04-13 14:58:00

Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C

ESPN New York's Bomber Beat

Published on 2011-04-13 10:57:00

Noesi Called Up To Replace Ayala

Published on 2011-04-13 09:38:00

Noesi went 14-7 with a 3.20 ERA (2.99 FIP) in 28 games (27 starts) in A+, AA and AAA last season. If you'd like to see Noesi in action, there are a bunch of videos of him pitching here.

4/12 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-13 07:34:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (4-2) beat Rochester (2-4) 5-3: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, RF: 0-for-3, 2 BB Chris Dickerson, CF: 1-for-5, R Jesus Montero, C: 3-for-5, 2 R, 2 2B - now batting .480 Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 4-

Another Setback for Feliciano; Ayala to the DL

Published on 2011-04-12 20:49:00

I wonder if Cashman will continue to blame Feliciano's woes on the Mets' "mishandling" of his left arm - passing the buck does seem to be the in thing to do nowadays.

Rained Out

Published on 2011-04-12 19:41:00

Tonight's game has been postponed. No makeup date has been scheduled.

Banuelos, Sanchez, Montero among the youngest in their leagues

Published on 2011-04-12 16:46:00

Baseball America released a neat list of the ten youngest players at each level yesterday - you can find the entire list here. The following Yankees made the cut - the youngest player is ranked first, and so forth:International League03. Jesus Monter

Tonight's Lineup For Opener vs. O's

Published on 2011-04-12 15:41:00

Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C RHP A.J. Burnett

Interesting Article From Verducci on Trackman

Published on 2011-04-12 12:39:00

From Tom Verducci: Trackman, a company established in 2003, is taking some old-school observational theory out of baseball and replacing it with hard data derived from 3D Doppler radar ball flight measurement. The company already has established a

Pitching Matchups vs. the O's

Published on 2011-04-12 10:53:00

Game 1: Tonight @ 7:05 PM | TV: MY9 | Radio: WCBSRHP A.J. Burnett (2-0, 4.09) vs. RHP Chris Tillman (0-0, 3.38) Game 2: Wednesday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBSRHP Phil Hughes (0-1, 16.50) vs. TBA Game 3: Thursday @ 7:05 PM | TV: YES | Radio: WCBS

4/11 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-12 04:30:00

================ (Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (3-2) beat Rochester (2-3) 11-0: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, DH: 3-for-4, 3 R, 3B, HR (1), 3 RBI, 1 BB Daniel Brewer, PH-DH: 0-for-1, 1 K Chris Dickerson, CF: 1-for-5, 2 R, BB, K Jesus Mon

Heyman on the Yanks: Silva, Martin

Published on 2011-04-11 17:26:00

From Jon Heyman: The Yankees' signing of Carlos Silva might seem like a reach. But it's at a good cost (only the major league minimum for when he's in the bigs) for a team concerned about its rotation. Their concern has grown with the troubles of Phi

This Week in Yankees History (4/10-4/16)

Published on 2011-04-11 12:30:00

This Week in Yankees History April 10th - April 16th April 10th 1895 - Former Yankees P Robert McGraw (1917-1919,1920) was born. Bob McGraw went 1-2 in 24 games for the Yankees. On July 29,1919, Bob was traded by the New York Yankees with Allen

Could Hughes' issues be mechanical?

Published on 2011-04-11 11:26:00

As per George King of the New York Post:Searching for a cause for his substantial loss in velocity, Phil Hughes and pitching coach Larry Rothschild watched tape from a year ago. "Larry looked at the video and saw a difference," Hughes said following

Beckett Dominates Yanks, Sox Win 4-0

Published on 2011-04-11 01:48:00

Reuters Final123456789RHE N.Y. Yankees000000000020 Boston «00100021x4120 WP: J. Beckett (1-1) LP: C. Sabathia (0-1) Reports of their demise may just have been a bit premature. I didn't watch the Red Sox first six games--all los

4/10 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-10 21:59:00

================(Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (1-2) beat Rochester (2-2) 7-5: Box - Recap BATTING: Greg Golson, CF: 1-for-4, R, BB Chris Dickerson, DH: 1-for-5, R, RBI, K, SB (2) Jesus Montero, C: 2-for-5, 1 R Jorge Vazquez, 1B: 1-for-

Regular Season Game 9: Yankees @ Red Sox

Published on 2011-04-10 16:47:00

Regular Season Game 9Yankees @ Red Sox Fenway Park - Boston, MA Game Time: 8:05 p.m. TV: ESPN | Radio: WCBS | XM: 177 Here are the lineups: YANKEES (5-3) Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Robinson Cano 2B Curtis Granderson CF N

4/9 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-10 02:47:00

================(Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (0-2) lost to Rochester (2-1) 7-6: Box - Recap - Gameday BATTING: Kevin Russo, 2B: 0-for-6, 2 K Chris Dickerson, CF: 3-for-5, 2 R, BB, 1 K, SB (1) Jesus Montero, C: 3-for-6, R, HR (1), RBI Jorge Vazqu

Yanks Sign Carlos Silva

Published on 2011-04-10 02:17:00

Heritage Field/Old YS Update

Published on 2011-04-09 16:38:00

It's been a while, but with the new season underway I felt it would be a good time to check in with the construction of Heritage Field on the site of the real Yankee Stadium. Below are 8 shots, including three new artists renderings of what the park

4/8 Minor League Report

Published on 2011-04-09 03:23:00

================(Triple-A) Scranton/Wilkes-Barre (0-1) vs. Lehigh Valley (1-0) was rained out. The game will be made up as part of a doubleheader on 4/18. (Double-A) Trenton (1-1) lost to New Hampshire (1-1) 8-7: Box - Recap BATTING: Austin Krum, LF

Hughes Struggles Again, Sox Take Opener to Improve to 1-6

Published on 2011-04-08 16:47:00

Final123456789RHE N.Y. Yankees211110000682 Boston «15001020x9120 WP: J. Lackey (1-1) LP: B. Colon (0-1) SV: J. Papelbon (1) Phil Hughes was one again a disappointment in start number two of the 2011 season. Today, he l

Manny Retires

Published on 2011-04-08 15:30:00

Major League Baseball is reporting that Manny Ramirez has retired. All reports indicate that Manny may have failed another drug test, meaning a 100-game suspension for a second infraction. Rather than deal with that Manny apparently decided to walk a

New Yanks-Red Sox New Era Commerical

Published on 2011-04-08 12:04:00

All Questions Answered - Volume II

Published on 2011-04-08 11:36:00

What do you make of the Yankees lack of transactions this winter compared to the Red Sox many deals?To be honest, I feel that it was based on need more so than anything else. The Red Sox had sizable holes to fill with the departures of Martinez and B

Pitching Matchups For Yanks-Sox & Today's Lineup

Published on 2011-04-08 10:44:00

Today's Starting Lineup Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C RHP Phil Hughes Pitching Matchups Game 1: Friday, April 8 @ 2:05PMRHP

SWB Yanks Roster Has Been Announced

Published on 2011-04-07 19:31:00

Via Chad Jennings:Rotation: David Phelps, Hector Noesi, Adam Warren, D.J. Mitchell, Andrew Brackman Bullpen: Kevin Whelan, Buddy Carlyle, George Kontos, Lance Pendleton, Amaury Sanit, Andy Sisco, Eric Wordekemper Catchers: Jesus Montero, Jose Gil I

Thursday's Lineups

Published on 2011-04-07 11:58:00

YANKEES (3-2) Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada DH Andruw Jones LF Russell Martin C Brett Gardner CF Pitching: RHP A.J. Burnett (1-0, 5.40) TWINS (2-3) Denard Span CF Tsuyoshi Nishioka

Rained Out

Published on 2011-04-06 19:50:00

Soriano Apologizes for Not Talking to the Media

Published on 2011-04-06 17:25:00

Bryan Hoch has the story:“I don’t know what happened,” said Soriano, who walked three batters and was charged with four runs in New York’s 5-4 loss to the Twins. “I threw a couple of pitches and I feel like I don’t have balance. I don’t

Tonight's Lineup: Jeter Sits

Published on 2011-04-06 15:13:00

1. Brett Gardner LF 2. Curtis Granderson CF 3. Mark Teixeira 1B 4. Alex Rodriguez 3B 5. Robinson Cano 2B 6. Nick Swisher RF 7. Eric Chavez 3B 8. Eduardo Nunez SS 9. Gustavo Molina C Pitching: RHP Freddy Garcia P

The Great City Subway Race is Back to Normal

Published on 2011-04-06 10:20:00

If you haven't already heard, for the first five games this season the 4, B and D trains had been replaced in the Great City Subway Race at Yankee Stadium by the "Road Gray," "Midnight Blue" and "Pinstripes" trains. Here's the reason for the change a

Soriano Stumbles As Yanks Blow 4-0 Lead

Published on 2011-04-06 01:14:00

Final 10th12345678910RHE Minnesota «0000000401570 N.Y. Yankees3100000000460 WP: M. Capps (1-0) LP: B. Logan (0-1) SV: J. Nathan (2) Whether it's April or August, a loss like last night's stings. Not only do you b

Tuesday Lineup vs. The Twins: Jeter Leads Off, Jones in Left

Published on 2011-04-05 15:10:00

1. Derek Jeter SS 2. Nick Swisher RF 3. Mark Teixeira 1B 4. Alex Rodriguez 3B 5. Robinson Cano 2B 6. Jorge Posada DH 7. Russell Martin C 8. Andruw Jones LF 9. Curtis Granderson CF Pitching: LHP CC Sabathia

ESPN's (Poor) Coverage of Last Night's Roll Call

Published on 2011-04-05 14:08:00

It's a shame they couldn't figure out what order the Creatures go in and missed the Swisher salute. Here it is for future reference: Center-Left-Right-First-Second-Short-Third.

Trenton and Charleston Rosters

Published on 2011-04-05 13:03:00

Here is the Double-A Trenton rosters via Mike Ashmore: PITCHERS: Cory Arbiso, Wilkins Arias, Manny Banuelos, Dellin Betances, Steve Garrison, Shaeffer Hall, Fernando Hernandez, Craig Heyer, Kei Igawa, Tim Norton, Naoya Okamoto, Graham Stoneburner, P

Feliciano Responds To Mets Coach's Comments

Published on 2011-04-05 12:21:00

You all remember the report yesterday about Brian Cashman saying the Mets were abusive in their use of Feliciano over the last few seasons. In that article there were quotes from Mets pitching coach Dan Warthen saying the reason they let him go was b

Pavano's Return Was Actually Possible?

Published on 2011-04-05 11:12:00

We heard reports of this over the offseason but I never took them seriously. I guess I probably should have. Here's more from Tim Bontemps:Carl Pavano spent four forgettable years with the Yankees, but the disappointment that came from his struggles

Nova Solid As Yanks Beat Twins 4-3

Published on 2011-04-05 04:04:00

Final123456789RHE Minnesota000210000380 N.Y. Yankees «22000000x471 WP: I. Nova (1-0) LP: S. Baker (0-1) SV: M. Rivera (3) The Yankees improved to 3-1 on the season with a 4-3 win over the Twins on Monday night in the Bronx

Monday's Lineup vs. the Twins

Published on 2011-04-04 15:00:00

Here is tonight's Yankees lineup: Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C RHP Ivan Nova

SWB Starting Rotation Set

Published on 2011-04-04 13:56:00

According to Donnie Collins this is the SWB starting rotation: David Phelps starts the opener on Thursday. Hector Noesi goes Friday, followed by Adam Warren on Saturday, D.J. Mitchell on Sunday and Andrew Brackman on Monday.Not a bad Triple-A rotat

Cashman Says Mets Were "Abusive" With Feliciano

Published on 2011-04-04 11:31:00

From Mike Mazzeo: New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman was forthright when asked about the New York Mets' usage of left-handed specialist Pedro Feliciano last season, calling it "abusive." Feliciano (left rotator cuff strain) is currently

Hughes Starts off 2011 Like He Ended 2010: Poorly

Published on 2011-04-04 03:31:00

Let's look at some stats first before any Phil Hughes fanboys get insulted by my headline: Hughes first 13 starts in 2010: 7-1, 2.54 ERA. Hughes last 21 appearances in 2010: 11-7, 5.11 ERA. So clearly, while many were hypnotized by his early season p

This Week in Yankees History (4/3-4/9)

Published on 2011-04-04 02:49:00

This Week in Yankees Baseball April 3rd - April 9th April 3rd 1879 - Former Yankees P John Frill (1910) was born. On August 6,1909, John Frill was sent from the Newark (Eastern League) to the New York Yankees in an unknown transaction. John went 2-2

Sunday's Yankee Lineup

Published on 2011-04-03 09:40:00

Girardi is going with the same as the first two: Brett Gardner, LF Derek Jeter, SS Mark Teixeira, 1B Alex Rodriguez, 3B Robinson Cano, 2B Nick Swisher, RF Jorge Posada, DH Curtis Granderson, CF Russell Martin, C

YES Networks Deal With DIRECTV Ends Today

Published on 2011-04-01 15:38:00

If you watched the game yesterday, I'm sure you noticing one of the many commercials about this. If not, here is some info from Direct TV: You may have heard that our current contract with YES Network expires April 1. We wanted you to know

UPDATE: Stephen Colbert & Chris Rock Take Shots At The Mets

Published on 2011-04-01 12:50:00

This was his intro to last night's show: The Colbert ReportMon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c Intro - 3/31/11 www.colbertnation.com Colbert Report Full EpisodesPolitical Humor & Satire BlogVideo Archive And this is Chris Rock (a Mets fan) fr

Tex & Granderson Lead Yanks Over Tigers in Opener

Published on 2011-04-01 04:02:00

Baseball is back. The Yankees kicked off the 2011 season yesterday afternoon in the Bronx with a nice 6-3 win over the Tigers. It's just one game so I don't want to overstate the significance of anything that went on, but as a fan you have to be pre

CC on Letterman Last Night

Published on 2011-03-31 19:21:00

Opening Day: Yankees vs. Tigers

Published on 2011-03-31 11:08:00

Opening Day Yankees vs. Tigers Yankees Stadium - Bronx, NY Game Time: 1:05 p.m. TV: YES, ESPN | Radio: WCBS Here are the lineups: YANKEES (0-0) Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF

Opening Day Roster and Pitching Matchups for Series vs. Detroit

Published on 2011-03-30 23:22:00

Here is your 2011 opening day roster: Lineup Brett Gardner LF Derek Jeter SS Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Nick Swisher RF Jorge Posada C Curtis Granderson CF Russell Martin C Bench Gustavo Molina C Andruw Jones OF Eric Chavez

Granderson Will Play Tomorrow

Published on 2011-03-30 15:40:00

From Andrew Marchand: Curtis Granderson came through his workouts in Tampa successfully today and will be in the Yankees lineup tomorrow, a Yankee official confirmed.He also reported that an official announcement should be made later today.

One More Day

Published on 2011-03-30 12:58:00

With Opening Day a little less than 24 hours away I'm interested to see what you guys think about the upcoming season. Post your predictions below. Also, according to ESPN NY, this will be tomorrow's lineup: Brett Gardner LF/CF* Derek Jeter SS Mark

Ayala Completes The Pen

Published on 2011-03-30 10:59:00

Via Mark Feinsand:Luis Ayala will be the final man on the Yankees' pitching staff to open the season, as the Bombers chose the veteran righthander over young lefty Steve Garrison. ... Ayala, who came to camp as a non-roster invite, did not fly to N

Seven-Day Disabled List Implemented for Concussions

Published on 2011-03-29 19:37:00

While concussions may not be a pressing issue within Major League Baseball, I cannot help but feel that this is an important step in the means by which professional sports handles what amounts to a very serious health risk. Cash Kruth of MLB.com prov

Brett Gardner to Lead Off in the Opener

Published on 2011-03-29 13:31:00

I've been a fan of moving Gardner to the leadoff spot since last year so clearly I think this is long overdue. Good call by Joe.

Bench Updates

Published on 2011-03-28 17:34:00

There are no real surprises here. The Yankees don't want to rush Montero or Romine (or kick start their service clocks unnecessarily), and I can't quite blame them - particularly with Cervelli likely to return by early May. Nunez outperformed Pena in

Yet Another Top Prospects List - Fangraphs Edition

Published on 2011-03-28 09:42:00

Just when I thought I was out ... they pull me back in. The following Yankees made the cut:005. Jesus Montero018. Manny Banuelos040. Gary Sanchez057. Dellin Betances100. Austin RomineHere are the other top prospects lists that we've covered this offs

Feliciano Will Start The Season On The DL

Published on 2011-03-28 01:52:00

From George A. King III: After leading the majors in appearances for the past three seasons with the Mets, the 34-year-old lefty was expected to be durable and effective against lefties. Now, he is going to open the season on the disabled list with

Karl Ravech Interviews The Captain

Published on 2011-03-27 20:54:00

This Week in Yankees History (3/27-4/2)

Published on 2011-03-27 16:10:00

This Week in Yankees History March 27th - April 2nd March 27th 1879 - Future Hall Of Fame Yankees Manager and MLB INF Miller Huggins was born in Cincinnati, Ohio (1879-1929). Adept at getting on base, Huggins will led the National league in w

Lance Pendleton Returned From Astros

Published on 2011-03-27 13:01:00

Injury Updates As Opening Day Approaches

Published on 2011-03-26 12:54:00

From Bryan Hoch: Left-hander Pedro Feliciano may not be ready for the March 31 opener against the Tigers and could begin the season on the disabled list. Feliciano still feels discomfort behind his left shoulder and is scheduled to try playing cat

The Rotation is Set

Published on 2011-03-26 12:11:00

From Marc Carig: He walked into Joe Girardi's office, heard the news he's been anxious to receive, then slipped back into the clubhouse to text his brothers in the Dominican Republic. Ivan Nova tried to play it cool this morning when he learned that

Gustavo Molina Now In Lead To Be Yanks Backup Catcher?

Published on 2011-03-25 14:58:00

From Wallace Matthews: This afternoon, Joe Girardi let it slip that Gustavo Molina, who has appeared in 14 games this spring but come to the plate only 13 times (.077, one single), has at least pulled even with the wunderkinds, Jesus Montero and Aust

Yanks Trade Mitre to the Brewers

Published on 2011-03-25 10:17:00

(Update) In return for Mitre, the Yankees got outfielder Chris Dickerson from the Brewers. Here's what RotoWorld had to say about the trade: Not a bad get for the Yanks, considering how far Mitre's stock had fallen inside the organization. Dickerso

King: Garcia Could Land 5th Spot in Rotation Today

Published on 2011-03-25 10:13:00

From George A. King III: And, even though Colon's numbers are better and he is throwing very well, Garcia remains the favorite because he won 12 games last year and logged 157 innings. Despite the strong spring by Colon, the Yankees aren't sure what

Yanks Sign Millwood

Published on 2011-03-25 10:08:00

(Update) According to Buster Olney, "The Yankees' deal with Kevin Millwood is for $1.5 m/ base -- but that's prorated and won't start until May 1 at earliest; could opt out then." He also won't start getting that money until he makes the big league r

Hughes Brings Back The Slider

Published on 2011-03-24 16:48:00

As Joe from RAB points out in this excellent post, this isn't exactly a new pitch for Hughes. As you can see below, while still a prospect Baseball America mentioned Hughes' slider several times over the years: 2005: “Hughes changes a hitter’s si

Yanks Claim Jose Ortengano off Waivers

Published on 2011-03-23 16:15:00

The 23-year-old southpaw is 25-31 with a 4.05 ERA in 101 minor league games (78 starts). He struggled last season going a combined 5-15 in 28 games (27 starts), mostly in Triple-A. In 131 innings he allowed 87 ER on 163 hits, walked 51 and struck out

Yanks Farm System 5th in Baseball America Rankings

Published on 2011-03-23 15:42:00

I just received a complimentary digital edition of Baseball America and one of the articles was their organization talent rankings. They evaluate "each farm system based on its prospect eligible players heading into the 2011 season. [Their] ratings c

Kernan: Posada Open To Playing Somewhere Else Next Season

Published on 2011-03-23 12:01:00

From Kevin Kernan: Jorge Posada will turn 40 this season. This is not the end of the line, though. If all goes well in his new designated-hitter role, Posada wants to come back to the Yankees again in 2012. If they don't want him back, Posada admitt

All MLB Teams Rose in Value Except For Padres, Indians, and of course, the Mets

Published on 2011-03-23 09:59:00

From Forbes: The average MLB franchise is now worth $523 million, an all-time high and 7% more than last year. All of the league’s teams rose in value except for three: the New York Mets, San Diego Padres and Cleveland Indians. The increase

Harper: It Makes More Sense to Send Montero Back to the Minors

Published on 2011-03-23 09:37:00

From John Harper: Jesus Montero, the can't-miss slugger, hasn't lived up to the hype in spring training, and it's starting to look as if the Yankees may not have a choice but to send him back to Triple-A, as much for him to get his bat healthy as to

Cashman: Perez doesn't make sense for Yankees

Published on 2011-03-22 15:43:00

My reaction to this was somewhere in between "meh" and "halleleujah." I don't think tendering Perez a minor league deal doesn't not make sense, as depth is always a good thing - particularly given the questionable nature of the back end of the Yankee

Colon Close to Wrapping Up Fifth Starter Role

Published on 2011-03-22 13:29:00

As per the Daily News:When spring training began, it would have been difficult to find anybody who believed Bartolo Colon would land a spot in the Yankees' season-opening rotation. Now, it's hard to find somebody who thinks he won't make it.Colon has

Video: Curtis Granderson Picks His At-Bat Music

Published on 2011-03-22 12:44:00

Granderson Sits With Oblique Strain

Published on 2011-03-22 11:42:00

Bryan Hoch is reporting that Curtis Granderson has been scratched from today's lineup due to a right oblique strain. No word yet on the severity of the injury but with opening day rapidly approaching you hope it's nothing too serious. If there

Heyman: Yankees may have some interest in Oliver Perez

Published on 2011-03-21 21:42:00

If Bartolo Colon and Mark Prior are worth a token minor league deal, then I think one would be hard-pressed to argue against offering a minor league deal to Perez. He's been nothing short of awful over the last two seasons and only has two good seaso

All Questions Answered - Submission Thread

Published on 2011-03-21 09:40:00

Nearly four months later, it appears that I haven't quite created a SIH tradition - yet.The blame lies entirely on my keyboard, as I chose the worst possible time to create a new series of posts. With the free agent frenzy hitting a lull in mid-Decem

A Tale Of Two Teams - 2009 and 2011.

Published on 2011-03-20 17:18:00

This year, all we've heard since Cliff Lee spurned the Yanks and signed with the Phillies, is that the Yankees' rotation will be their Achilles heel, and ultimately, the reason they can't win the World Series this year. Well, on the contrary, that, a

This Week in Yankees History (3/20-3/26)

Published on 2011-03-20 16:50:00

This Week in Yankees History March 20th - March 26th March 20th 1875 - Former Yankees INF Patrick “Willie” Greene (1903) was born. Paddy Greene appeared in four games, hitting .308 in 1903. On July 16,1903, he was traded by the Highlanders

Garcia Open to a Relief Role and a Few More Notes From Today

Published on 2011-03-19 20:22:00

From Chad Jennings: Just 24 hours after a series of injuries left some mild concerns about the state of the Yankees bullpen, the Yankees relievers came through with flying colors today. And Freddy Garcia said he wouldn’t be opposed to joini

First Three Rotation Spots Set: CC, AJ, Hughes

Published on 2011-03-19 16:36:00

From Wallace Matthews: It's official: Joe Girardi designated A.J. Burnett as his No. 2 starter after today's game with the Blue Jays (which ended in a 5-5 tie), Phil Hughes the No. 3. (No need to remind you who's No. 1, is there?) "That was our plan

Montero & Romine in Cagefight For Backup Job

Published on 2011-03-19 14:14:00

Their spring training stats:Montero - 13 games: 31 AB, .194/.219/.226, 0 HR, 2 RBI, 1 2B Romine - 8 games, 13 AB, .231/.333/.305, 0 HR, 4 RBI, 1 2B Nothing stands out here besides the face that neither are doing much with the bat.

Cash: 5th Starter To Be Decided Soon

Published on 2011-03-19 13:36:00

From Bryan Hoch: With Ivan Nova seemingly in line for at least one of the spots after firing six hitless innings against the Orioles his last time out and Sergio Mitre heading for a long reliever role, it appears to be down to Bartolo Colon and Fredd

Towers Says Betances is Better Than Banuelos

Published on 2011-03-18 08:47:00

From Ken Rosenthal: Diamondbacks GM Kevin Towers, who spent last season scouting with the Yankees, offers yet another ringing endorsement for the Yanks’ top pitching prospects — and actually likes right-hander Dellin Betances even better than lef

Torre Visits Yankees Camp

Published on 2011-03-18 00:26:00

From Marc Carig: The process of reconciliation between Joe Torre and the Yankees reached another important step today, when the former manager said he will accept an invitation to participate in the annual Old-Timers’ Day festivities June 26 at Yan

Nova Throws 6 No-Hit Innings vs. the O's

Published on 2011-03-17 02:06:00

In case you missed it, Ivan Nova threw 6 no-hit innings last night in Tampa as the Yankees destroyed the Orioles 10-0. His line: 6 IP, 0 H, 0 R, 0 BB, 4 K, 1 HB. While this was still a spring start, many of the O's regulars, including Vlad, Markaki

They're really still talking about this guy?

Published on 2011-03-16 17:19:00

From Joel Sherman: The Yankees attended a showcase for pitcher Kevin Millwood on Wednesday at UC-Irvine, according to a source. Millwood turned down the Yankees' offer of a minor-league contract this winter, hoping to get a major-league deal for abo

Update on Joba

Published on 2011-03-16 13:07:00

I'm not too concerned. Not only does he seem to be fine, but his role is relatively minor at this point so if he were to miss some time I don't think it would be a big deal.

One More Cut & Some Other News

Published on 2011-03-15 16:39:00

- Kyle Higashioka is the latest cut in Yankees camp. He has been reassigned to minor league camp. - According to Joe Girardi each of the Killer-B's, Manny Banuelos, Dellin Betances and Andrew Brackman, will get at least one more outing for the big l

ST Game 19: Yankees @ Red Sox

Published on 2011-03-14 16:58:00

YANKEES (6-10-2) Brett Gardner LF Ramiro Pena SS Curtis Granderson CF Nick Swisher RF Eric Chavez 1B Eduardo Nunez 2B Ronnie Belliard 3B Jorge Vazquez DH Jesus Montero C Starting Pitcher: LHP Manny Banuelos RED SOX (9-8) Jacoby Ellsbury CF Dustin P

Padres Return Rule 5 Pick George Kontos

Published on 2011-03-14 14:48:00

As per Chad Jennings:Rule 5 pick George Kontos has been returned from the Padres. He’ll report to minor league camp.Short and to the point - I like it. For what it's worth, while his days as a potential high-ceiling prospect are a thing of the pas

Banuelos To Start Tonight vs. Boston

Published on 2011-03-14 10:54:00

Mark Fiensand is reporting that Sergio Mitre has been scratched for tonight's start vs. the Red Sox due to "some type of ribcage/oblique type injury". He hopes to get back on the mound by Thursday. Bryan Hoch is also reporting that Manny Banuelos wi

Sickels: Montero could see 'significant at-bats' as back-up

Published on 2011-03-14 10:24:00

As per Minor League Ball:It seems increasingly likely that Jesus Montero will open 2011 as the Russ Martin's backup catcher. Given what Yankees Vice President Mark Newman told me a couple of weeks ago, I doubt the Yankees would do this unless they we

More Cuts

Published on 2011-03-13 23:13:00

Following Sunday's 9-2 loss to the Twins, the Yanks made a second round of cuts. Austin Krum, Daniel Brewer and Bradley Suttle were sent to the Minor League camp and Rule 5 pick, Daniel Turpen, was returned to the Red Sox.

This Week in Yankees History (3/13-3/19)

Published on 2011-03-13 22:56:00

This Week in Yankees History March 13th - March 19th March 13th 1886- Future Yankees INF and Hall Of Fame 3B Frank “Home Run” Baker (1916-1919, 1921-1922) was born. A 3B and left handed hitter, Baker will guide the A’s to 3 World Series

First Cuts & Today's Lineup

Published on 2011-03-13 11:51:00

According to the Yankees (via RAB) Hector Noesi, Adam Warren, David Phelps, Brian Anderson, Buddy Carlyle and Andy Sisco were this year's first cuts. Noesi has been optioned back to AAA while the rest are being reassigned to minor league camp. In ot

Report: Yanks Scouting Carlos Silva

Published on 2011-03-13 01:02:00

From Bruce Levine: Chicago Cubs right-hander Carlos Silva has been pitching for a rotation spot with the Northsiders, but his spring outings also appear to be an audition for other teams in need of starting pitching. During Saturday's 7-6 split-squa

Yanks Make $100K Donation To Japan Earthquake Relief Fund

Published on 2011-03-12 10:06:00

Classy move by the Yankees. I hope other teams as well as the league itself plans on doing the same (if they haven't already). If you would like to donate or help in any way, CNN has all the info here.

KLaw Says Banuelos Can Start in the Big Leagues Right Now

Published on 2011-03-11 11:28:00

From a recent online chat with ESPN's Keith Law: Joe (RI) Manny Buenlos has been lights out for the Yankees so far, how long before he forces his way to the bigs? Klaw (12:19 PM) Midyear? I feel like this is Heyward/Atlanta all over again, where yo

Yanks Sign Dominican Right-Hander

Published on 2011-03-11 11:12:00

From Baseball America: The Yankees have agreed to terms with 20-year-old Dominican righthander Juan Carlos Paniagua, a source confirmed to Baseball America. Dionisio Soldevila, a reporter based in the Dominican Republic, reported that Paniagua signed

The Yankees have no shot (and other tongue-in-cheek observations)

Published on 2011-03-11 00:45:00

Boston has the best roster ever constructed by any team at any time. The 1927 Yankees? Please. This assemblage of Red Sox talent will make that group look like the Little Sisters of the Poor. Red Sox Nation laughs at the 1998 Yankees, since this grou

Berra Hospitalized After Fall in Yankees Clubhouse

Published on 2011-03-10 13:36:00

Luckily, it seems like he's going to be OK. Here's more from the St. Petersburg Times: Yankees icon Yogi Berra was hospitalized Thursday morning "as a precautionary measure" after tripping and falling in the clubhouse at Bright House Field, about an

Mo Hops On The Manny Banelos Bandwagon

Published on 2011-03-10 09:32:00

From Andrew Marchand: The greatest pitching prospect whom Mariano Rivera had ever seen was 1991 first overall pick Brien Taylor. Taylor and Rivera were teammates for Class A Fort Lauderdale in 1992. In the nearly two decades since then, Rivera has w

Mo to Make His Spring Debut on Sunday

Published on 2011-03-10 09:24:00

After throwing his first BP sessions yesterday--a 35-pitch session that Rivera said "was good, real good"--he is set to make his spring training debut on Sunday. In other bullpen related Spring Training news, Rafael Soriano made his debut yesterday

Mark Newman on the Back-Up Catcher Dilemma

Published on 2011-03-09 09:29:00

A tip of the hat to NoMaas:With Cervelli out with a broken foot for who knows how long, everybody's wondering if the Yankees will start the season with The Next Big Thing, Jesus Montero, as backup catcher. So, we went straight to the source and asked

Yanks Offered $54 Million For Chapman?

Published on 2011-03-08 23:53:00

The lawsuit mentioned in the tweet refers to a Florida lawsuit against the Fernandez and Hendricks Sports Management, Chapman's representatives, that alleges "tortuous interference" and "unjust enrichment" in signing Aroldis Chapman as a client. 

ST Game 9 Lineup

Published on 2011-03-08 08:23:00

The Yankees take on the Braves today at 1:05 PM in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The game will be on YES. Brett Gardner LF, Nick Swisher RF, Curtis Granderson CF, Jorge Posada DH, Jesus Montero C, Jorge Vazquez 1B, Eduardo Nunez 2B, Brandon Laird 3B,

ESPN Sports Science Breaks Down Mo's Cutter

Published on 2011-03-07 13:48:00

(Hat tip to RAB)

Myers on Yanks Radar

Published on 2011-03-07 12:34:00

From George A. King III: Yesterday at Osceola County Stadium against the Astros, the Yankees got a look at Brett Myers, a 30-year-old right-hander who may not be what he was five years ago but has experience and is a strong candidate to be shopped by

This Week in Yankees History (3/6-3/12)

Published on 2011-03-06 15:38:00

This Week in Yankees History March 6th - March 12th March 6th 1919 - The New York Yankees sell P Ray Keating (1912-1916, 1918) to Boston Braves for cash. Ray had career record of 23-40 in 108 games with the Yankees. 1965 - Former Yankees C Wal

Martin on Banuelos: He's Like Clayton Kershaw

Published on 2011-03-06 13:27:00

How about a little more Man-Ban? This comes from Bryan Hoch: "He has as good stuff as I've seen," said Russell Martin, who caught Banuelos' two scoreless innings against the Red Sox on Friday. "I compare it to [Clayton] Kershaw or even more polished

Sickels Compares Banuelos and Rangers Prospect Perez

Published on 2011-03-06 12:19:00

Every so often, Sickels tosses together a 'prospect smackdown,' in which he compares two players on the bases of background and intangibles; physicality, healthy, and tools; performance; and projectability. The players that he compares normally have

Individual Tickets Go On Sale March 11

Published on 2011-03-05 14:19:00

Here's the release from Yankees.com: Tickets for individual games to see the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium will go on sale to the general public on Friday, March 11 at 10:00 a.m. at yankees.com and yankeesbeisbol.com, and via Ticketmaster pho

ST Game 7 Lineup: Yanks vs. Red Sox

Published on 2011-03-04 17:32:00

Derek Jeter SS Russell Martin C Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada DH Andruw Jones LF Melky Mesa CF Greg Golson RF Starting pitcher: Bartolo Colon....... Pedro Feliciano, Manny Banuelos, Mark Prior, and Andy Sisco are

Cervelli Out 4 Weeks as a Door Opens For Montero

Published on 2011-03-04 14:35:00

From Bryan Hoch: Yankees catcher Francisco Cervelli has a fracture in his left foot and will be out a minimum of four weeks, team physician Dr. Chris Ahmad told manager Joe Girardi on Monday.With Cervelli now on crutches, Jesus Montero has to be the

I'm Back.......

Published on 2011-03-03 22:16:00

Yes, like Brett Favre did, and, well, did again, and again, I am coming back. I'm hoping it can be permanent this time, or at least like it was in 2009. Some called me the reason the Yankees had that great season and won #27. After all, I was, at Gam

Yanks Still Unsure About Cervelli's Status

Published on 2011-03-03 14:47:00

If you don't know by now, yesterday, Cervelli fouled a ball off his foot and was forced to leave the game. He later had CT scan, which was negative, but his MRI was inconclusive. I don't suspect this will be anything long term, but if it is it would

ST Game 6 Lineup

Published on 2011-03-03 09:43:00

Brett Gardner LF Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Russel Martin DH Eric Chavez 1B Jesus Montero C Eduardo Nunez 2B Brandon Laird 3B Ramiro Pena SS RHP Freddy Garcia

John Sickels Interview with Mark Newman

Published on 2011-03-02 16:46:00

John Sickels is one of my favorite prospect gurus. He self-publishes his own Baseball Prospect Book every year, while writing and regularly updating his blog Minor League Ball. The bulk of his in-depth commentary is found within the book, but he regu

ST Game 5 Lineup

Published on 2011-03-02 09:09:00

Derek Jeter SS Robinson Cano 2B Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Jorge Posada DH Andruw Jones LF Francisco Cervelli C Colin Curtis CF Justin Maxwell RF Pitching: AJ Burnett

Many Impressed With Montero's Improvement Behind The Plate

Published on 2011-03-02 01:00:00

From George A. King III: Montero is a lock to make a lot of money with the bat, but yesterday he threw out two Pirates attempting to steal second, drew the respect of Phil Hughes and David Robertson and had the scouts’ section buzzing with the i

Joe Mauer on Montero

Published on 2011-03-01 20:12:00

I stumbled across this article in the New York Times this morning, and I thought it was quite interesting.When Joe Mauer came up in the Minnesota Twins’ minor league system, he stood out with his talent. He also stood out with his height — 6 fee

ST Game 4 Lineup

Published on 2011-03-01 09:22:00

Brett Gardner LF, Nick Swisher RF, Curtis Granderson CF, Jorge Posada DH, Eric Chavez 3B, Jesus Montero C, Eduardo Nunez SS, Brandon Laird 1B, Ramiro Pena 2B, Phil Hughes P

Four Yankees in BP's Top-101

Published on 2011-02-28 18:06:00

The complete list can be found here. The Yankees that made the cut are:03. Jesus Montero27. Manny Banuelos29. Gary Sanchez32. Dellin BetancesBP didn't reinvent the wheel here, but it's nice to see another strong showing from the non-Montero players.

Banuelos Impressive in Spring Training Debut

Published on 2011-02-28 14:00:00

I'm not sure that Banuelos could have performed much better in his one-inning debut. It took Banuelos all of seven pitches, all strikes, to retire the side in the fourth inning. He struck out two (both looking) and retired the other on a weak grounde

Nice Job, AJ

Published on 2011-02-28 11:32:00

In case you missed it, AJ Burnett did this yesterday: Fright invaded Yankees camp yesterday when A.J. Burnett hit Greg Golson in the head during a morning batting-practice session on a back field at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa. Golson went

Montero and Betances Talk About Yesterday's Debuts

Published on 2011-02-28 08:38:00

Montero went 1-for-3 with an RBI and Betances struck out the side and walked one in his inning of work. He also hit 97MPH on the gun. Here is a (low quality) recording of Betances' outing:

This Week in Yankees History (2/27-3/5

Published on 2011-02-27 18:14:00

This Week in Yankees History February 27th - March 5th February 27th 1896 - Former Yankees reserve catcher (1931) and MLB Coach (1932) Cy Perkins was born. Cy Perkins was a veteran catcher picked up by the New York Yankees from the Philadelph

Yanks ST Game 2 Lineup

Published on 2011-02-27 12:18:00

Brett ardner LF Nick Swisher RF Curtis Granderson CF Jorge Posada DH Eric Chavez 1B Jesus Montero C Eduardo Nunez 2B Brandon Laird 3B Ramiro Pena SS SP Ivan Nova... Dellin Betances and Adam Warren will also pitch today.

Yanks Keepng a Close Eye on Liriano

Published on 2011-02-26 15:16:00

Yanks ST Game 1 Lineup

Published on 2011-02-26 10:28:00

Derek Jeter SS Nick Swisher RF Mark Teixeira 1B Alex Rodriguez 3B Robinson Cano 2B Jorge Posada DH Curtis Granderson CF Francisco Cervelli C Brett Gardner LF Second Unit: Austin Romine C Jorge Vazquez 1B Kevin Russo 2B Eduardo Nunez SS Brandon Laird

Nunez & Phelps Named Yankees Minor League Player & Pitcher of the Year

Published on 2011-02-25 11:51:00

Here's the press release from the Yanks: The New York Yankees today announced that infielder Eduardo Nunez and right-handed pitcher David Phelps were named winners of the Yankees' 2010 Kevin Lawn Award as the Yankees' minor league "Player of the Year

Brackman Sidelined with Groin Injury

Published on 2011-02-25 10:41:00

As per Marc Carig:Andrew Brackman, the Yankees pitching prospect whose improvement has created a buzz at camp, has been shut down until early next week with tightness and discomfort in his groin.As a result, Brackman will not pitch in any of the team

Banuelos Making Grown Men Swoon in Spring Training

Published on 2011-02-24 15:26:00

As per John Harper of the Daily News:A year ago Manny Banuelos barely registered on the Yankees' radar, but now, not even 20 yet, he has this camp buzzing like spring training of 2007 when veterans were wowed enough by a young Phil Hughes to promptly

Heyman: Garcia in Lead to be Yanks No. 4 Starter

Published on 2011-02-24 12:50:00

Things can obviously change a lot between now and the start of the regular season, but, regardless of what Heyman says, I have to believe that Nova is the current leader for the 5th spot.

The Search for Pitching Continues - Hudson and Kuroda Edition

Published on 2011-02-23 15:26:00

As per Frank Russo of Mike Silva's New York Baseball Digest:In speaking to my Tampa sources, Brian Cashman continues to “burn up the phone lines” looking for pitching help. Yes, he did offer Kevin Millwood a minor league deal, but he was thinking

Jeter: Hank's the boss, he can say what he wants

Published on 2011-02-23 07:00:00

From Mark Feinsand: Steinbrenner questioned his team's hunger last season during a chat with reporters on Monday afternoon, indirectly pointing at Jeter with his comment about players being "too busy building mansions and doing other things, not conc

Colon To Start Spring Opener

Published on 2011-02-22 13:11:00

Bryan Hoch is reporting that Bartolo Colon will get the start when the Yankees open up Grapefruit League play on 2/26 vs. the Phillies. He also posted the following five games which looks like this: Feb. 27 @ Phillies - Ivan NovaFeb. 28 @ Tigers - C

Jeter & CC Like the Melo Deal

Published on 2011-02-22 10:20:00

I know this isn't really Yankees news, but right now there is no bigger story than Melo-to the-Knicks. Via ESPN New York: "The Knicks made a good trade," said Jeter. "Carmelo is going to help them out. Everyone in New York is excited about it." Jet

Hank Takes Shots at Revenue Sharing System & Jeter

Published on 2011-02-21 14:57:00

From Nick Cafardo: Yankees co-chairman Hank Steinbrenner shares Red Sox owner John Henry's view that something needs to be done about revenue sharing in baseball. ... "We've got to do a little something about that and I know Bud (Selig) wants to,"

This Week in Yankees History (2/20-2/26)

Published on 2011-02-20 20:11:00

This Week in Yankees History February 20th - February 26th February 20th 1887 - Former Yankees P Carroll “Boardwalk” Brown (1914-1915) was born. After being acquired from the Philadelphia A’s, Boardwalk Brown went 3-6 for the Yankees be

Gary Sanchez Doing Well After Heart Surgery

Published on 2011-02-20 12:52:00

Heart surgery?!As per George King:After undergoing heart surgery this week at a New York hospital, Yankees prospect Gary Sanchez has been cleared to resume workouts Monday. During a recent EKG, the 18-year-old catcher was found to have an extra nerve

Cano Says He Won't Ask Yanks For An Extension

Published on 2011-02-20 10:35:00

From Marc Carig: Cano, who enters the season as arguably the best second baseman in baseball, said he will not ask the Yankees for a contract extension before his current deal expires. "I would never do that," Cano said. Over the winter, Cano switc

Good News, Guys. Millwood Rejects Yanks Minor-League Offer

Published on 2011-02-20 10:30:00

From Joel Sherman: Kevin Millwood recently rejected the Yankees' offer of a minor-league contract that was structured similarly to the one the team gave Freddy Garcia, The Post has learned. The sides continue to talk, but Yankees officials are adama

Teixeira: "I'm not going anywhere"

Published on 2011-02-19 11:17:00

From Andrew Marchand: New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira says he will not waive his full no-trade clause under any circumstances, trying to put to rest any further speculation that he could be dealt for the St. Louis Cardinals' Albert Pujol

Kevin Goldstein's Top Yankees Prospects List

Published on 2011-02-18 14:31:00

Here is the info via Baseball Prospectus. First his top 11 and the system in 20 words or less: System In 20 Words Or Less: With a quartet of five-star prospects and a wealth of pitching overall, no system in baseball took a bigger step forward last y

Yankees Unlikely to Bring Back Christian Garcia

Published on 2011-02-18 12:11:00

As per Chad Jennings:Once a highly touted pitching prospect in the Yankees system, right-hander Christian Garcia was released last season after a series of injuries derailed his promising career. The Yankees are aware that Garcia, 25, has been workin

Gary Sheffield Officially Retires, Talks Cooperstown

Published on 2011-02-17 10:26:00

As per George A. King III:A phone call from Gary Sheffield to the Players Association yesterday officially ushered him into retirement. Now, the argument whether the feared slugger deserves to be a Hall of Famer can begin. Sheffield, whose last seaso

Two of the Killer B's to Start Season in Trenton

Published on 2011-02-17 09:34:00

From Mark Feinsand: The Yankees are looking all over camp for arms to fill the final two spots in the rotation, but two of those arms are already out of the mix. Brian Cashman told me today that neither Dellin Betances nor Manny Banuelos have a sh

One Cut, One Signed

Published on 2011-02-17 06:42:00

The Yankees made a couple minor moves yesterday. They cut left-hander reliever Neal Cotts, who, according to Marc Carig, "wasn't over his injury issues" after having Tommy John surgery last year. The Yankees also signed right-hander reliever Fernand

Cashman on Joba: He's Heavier

Published on 2011-02-16 16:58:00

From the AP: The New York Yankees reliever reported for spring training visibly larger than last year. Cashman wouldn't give a direct answer when asked whether Chamberlain is in shape. "He's heavier, I'll leave it at that," the general manager sa

O'Connor: You Can Bank on CC Opting Out

Published on 2011-02-15 12:00:00

From Ian O'Connor: Sabathia is more likely to throw a pitch right-handed this year than he is to let his opt-out clause expire like a carton of milk. Assuming he keeps up his New York Yankees average of 20 victories a pop, Sabathia either will va

Burnett Talks About Putting Last Year's Struggles Behind Him

Published on 2011-02-15 10:30:00

From Anthony McCarron: "I look back on it and I'm not saying A.J. Burnett is the reason we didn't win the World Series, nothing like that," Burnett said Monday. "But without being cocky and arrogant, I think if I would have pitched up to my par it wo

If 'no news is good news,' what is this?

Published on 2011-02-14 14:49:00

As per George King III of the New York Post:“Anybody who has [minor league] options is not a lock for anything,” Cashman said when asked by The Post if the 25-year-old was a roster-spot lock. “Any player with options has to re-earn everything.

Girardi Says Jeter's Still the Leadoff Man

Published on 2011-02-14 13:52:00

From Wallace Matthews: So says manager Joe Girardi in his first interview session of the spring, as predicted here and manyother places throughout the winter. Jeter, who suffered through a sub-par 2010 season in which he hit an inordinate number o

This Week in Yankees History (2/13-2/19)

Published on 2011-02-13 13:53:00

This Week in Yankee History February 13th - February 19th February 13th 1883 - Former Yankees 1B and Player-Manager Hal “Prince Hal” Chase (1903-1913) was born. On October 4, 1904, Hal Chase was drafted by the New York Highlanders from th

Heyman: Yanks & Millwood Still Talking

Published on 2011-02-13 02:51:00

According to Jon Heyman via Twitter, the Yankees are still in discussions with free agent right-hander Kevin Millwood (2010: 4-16, 5.10 ERA). Heyman also said that there's "still a ways to go" in the talks before anything goes down. Is another tras

List of Spring Training Invitees

Published on 2011-02-13 00:52:00

Pitchers: Manuel Banuelos, D.J. Mitchell, David Phelps, Adam Warren, Eric Wordekemper, Luis Ayala, Bartolo Colon, Freddy Garcia and Warner Madrigal. Catchers: Jose Gil, Kyle Higashioka, Jesus Montero, Austin Romine. Infielders: Bradley Suttle, Jorg

Daily News: Cervelli Worked with Cano this Offseason in Hopes of Winning Job

Published on 2011-02-12 10:57:00

As per Anthony McCarron, and with a a tip of the hat to the Replacement Level Yankees Weblog:In an offseason jammed with news about Yankee catchers - Jorge Posada shifting to designated hitter, the addition of Russell Martin, the outsized potential o

Yanks Void Vizcaino's Contract

Published on 2011-02-11 12:22:00

From Jim Street: The latest in a string of injuries for right-handed reliever Luis Vizcaino apparently will cost him more than just another season on the sidelines. The 36-year-old pitcher, who signed a Minor League contract with the Yankees in Dece

Could Francisco Liriano be on the Move?

Published on 2011-02-10 12:56:00

Joe Christensen of the Minnesota Star Tribune believes that that is the case.With six pitchers vying for five spots in the Twins starting rotation, one possible solution is trading Francisco Liriano. Speaking to team officials recently, I've been sur

Five Yankees in Frankie Piliere's Top-Hundred

Published on 2011-02-09 19:58:00

You can find the list in its entirety here. For those of you too lazy or otherwise unable to take the jump, here are the Yankees that made the cut and their respective rank:04. Jesus Montero13. Manny Banuelos34. Gary Sanchez44. Dellin Betances60. And

Montero Wants to Catch - Now

Published on 2011-02-09 16:48:00

Courtesy of CBS New York:With Russell Martin projected to be New York’s primary catcher, top prospect Jesus Montero is ready to show the Yankees what he’s made of.“I want to be behind the plate,” Montero said on Tuesday. “I want to show eve

Slender Bats, or How a Rule Change May Have Contributed to the Year of the Pitcher

Published on 2011-02-09 15:35:00

For those of you who spent this past season slumbering in a cave, countless analysts and talking heads hailed 2010 as 'The Year of the Pitcher.' This stems primarily from the fact that there were six no-hitters last season, two of which were perfect

Yanks Sign Luis Ayala

Published on 2011-02-09 11:05:00

From John Paul Morosi: The New York Yankees have reached agreement in principle on a minor-league contract with right-handed reliever Luis Ayala, sources told FOXSports.com this morning. Ayala, 33, has received an invitation to the team’s major-le

Wake Forest Coach Donates Kidney to Kevin Jordan

Published on 2011-02-08 20:30:00

A bit of background - Kevin Jordan was drafted by the Yankees in the 19th round of this past year's amateur draft, and I was sad to hear that he chose to attend Wake Forest instead of signing with the team (though I respected the decision). The son o

New York Post: Martin Still Not 100-Percent

Published on 2011-02-08 19:49:00

As per Brian Costello:New Yankees catcher Russell Martin said Tuesday he is not quite 100 percent yet after right knee surgery, but he'll be ready for Opening Day."I think I'll be ready for the season, for sure," Martin said at the Yankees' minor-lea

CC Coming to Camp 30 Pounds Lighter

Published on 2011-02-08 18:36:00

ESPN New York is reporting that a source has told Buster Olney that CC Sabathia lost 30 pounds this offseason.The ace left-hander is trying to keep pressure off his right knee, which required offseason surgery. Sabathia underwent arthroscopic surge

Aceves Signs Minor-League Deal With Red Sox

Published on 2011-02-08 16:00:00

I know the Yankees pen is pretty solid, at least on paper, but why couldn't they have thrown a deal like this at Aceves? Maybe they know something about his injuries that the Sox don't, but I think it would have been smart to keep Ace.

Jeter Says He's Past Contract Controversy

Published on 2011-02-07 13:52:00

From Brian Costello: Derek Jeter's anger with the Yankees was visible at the December press conference to announce his new contract. But Monday morning at the Yankees’ minor-league complex, Jeter said he's over the hurt feelings he had from his neg

NoMaas Interview with BA's John Manuel

Published on 2011-02-07 10:32:00

The interview, which can be found in its entirety here, is chock full of interesting information. Manuel discusses the state of the system as a whole, Montero, Romine, Culver, the pitching depth, and a great deal more - I highly recommend checking it

This Week in Yankees History (2/6-2/12)

Published on 2011-02-06 18:15:00

This Week in Yankees History February 6th - February 12th February 6th 1896 - New York Yankees Hall Of Fame OF/P Babe Ruth is born in Baltimore, Maryland (1896- 1948). Babe Ruth will amass 714 HRs with 2,217 RBIs with a lifetime batting average of .

Scout: I Don't Think Andy is Done

Published on 2011-02-06 11:32:00

From Nick Cafardo: Said a scout, “I get the feeling his career isn’t over. For one, he can still pitch at a high level. Secondly, he didn’t retire with any conviction. The stuff about going back and forth on whether or not to pitch leads me

A Good Laugh from the Chicago Tribune

Published on 2011-02-05 21:18:00

A brief tip of the hat to the Replacement Level Yankees Weblog, and a wag of the finger to the Chicago Tribune:For Danks, Carlos Quentin (or Juan Pierre, if the Yankees preferred a veteran table-setter) and Mark Teahen, the Sox could seek a couple of

Bernie Williams Semi-Ready to Call it Quits

Published on 2011-02-05 10:24:00

As per MLB.com:It's become a neat footnote in Yankees history that Andy Pettitte was already thinking about retirement back when Bernie Williams was insisting he could still play center field. Who would have guessed that Pettitte would hold his farew

Yankees Sign Eric Chavez to Minor League Deal

Published on 2011-02-05 10:17:00

This is probably my favorite low-risk, high-reward move that the Yankees have made this season. While the past four years of Chavez's career have been spent in traction, it's difficult to forget his fantastic defense at the corner, line-drive stroke,

Yankees Sign Ronnie Belliard

Published on 2011-02-04 17:56:00

As per Enrique Rojas of ESPN Deportes:Source: Ron Belliard and #Yankees agree minor league contract. Belliard will earn $825K plus incentives if make MLB club.This is the very definition of a 'meh' sort of move. Belliard produced decent numbers as a

Robinson Cano Signs on with Scott Boras

Published on 2011-02-04 16:53:00

As per ESPN:New York Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano has hired Scott Boras as his agent, a source told ESPNdeportes.com.The All-Star second baseman and Boras had a meeting Friday in San Pedro de Macoris, Cano's hometown, and they even played som

Is #46 Heading to Monument Park?

Published on 2011-02-04 11:30:00

This isn't even a debate. Andy should, and most likely will, have his number retired.

Yanks Looking At Some Lefties

Published on 2011-02-04 09:40:00

I hope Saunders and Kazmir remain just ideas, but the other three names on the list are pretty interesting. Wade LeBlanc is 26, and is coming off his first full season as a big leaguer. In 26 games (25 starts) for San Diego, he went 8-12, with a 4.2

Players and Coaches Talk About Andy

Published on 2011-02-03 20:15:00

A lot of quotes here... The first batch comes from Chad Jennings: “It’s been a pleasure to play with Andy for all these years, and the Yankees have been fortunate to have him representing the organization both on and off the field. “More impor

ESPN: Pettitte to Announce Retirement Tomorrow

Published on 2011-02-03 11:29:00

I will provide a credible link for this as soon as possible. ESPN, through Sports Center, just reported that Andy Pettitte will announce his retirement tomorrow afternoon.As such, I would like to congratulate Andy Pettitte on a tremendous career. I w

Heyman: Millwood Still on the Yankees Radar

Published on 2011-02-03 10:52:00

Millwood is quite likely a better option than either Garcia or Colon, if only for his ability to stay healthy. His numbers last season were dreadful, but it is worth noting that he did improve as the season wore on with most of his peripherals trendi

Rothschild Confident in Burnett

Published on 2011-02-02 17:41:00

As per ESPN New York:Had a chat with new Yankees pitching coach Larry Rothschild Monday afternoon. He told me he spent a few days earlier this month at A.J. Burnett's home in Maryland getting to know the number-one priorty on his to-do list for this

Yankees Acquire Outfielder Justin Maxwell

Published on 2011-02-02 13:19:00

As per MLBTR:The Yankees announced that they have acquired Justin Maxwell from the Nationals for minor league right-hander Adam Olbrychowski.This is strictly a depth move, though Maxwell is an intriguing non-prospect. Maxwell's Major League numbers l

Keith Law's Top 20 Impact Prospect List for 2011

Published on 2011-02-01 21:30:00

Keith Law just posted his list for the upcoming season. You can read the whole list here on ESPN Insider. Braves 1st base prospect, Braves 1st baseman Freddie Freeman, Tampa right-hander Jeremy Hellickson, and Toronto right-hander Kyle Drabek filled

Some Quotes From Swish

Published on 2011-02-01 18:29:00

Nick Swisher, along with Mets outfielder Angel Pagan, are being honored tonight as the 2011 recipients of the AHRC-NYC Foundation's Thurman Munson award. Prior to the ceremonies Swisher spoke to the media, and, as usual, was good for a quote or two.

Jeter and Long Make Some Adjustments

Published on 2011-02-01 16:30:00

This was written by Ben Shpigel a few days ago, but for some stupid reason I missed it. “That’s why we’re fixing his stride,” Long said of Jeter. “If we can get him to be more direct to the ball, this could be scary. He’s still going to

Yankees Sign Garcia to a Minor League Deal

Published on 2011-01-31 20:12:00

Another low-risk, moderate-reward signing for the Yankees. You'll hear no complaints from me.

Is This....The End?

Published on 2011-01-31 19:41:00

The Core Four (possibly three, now) are at the tail-end of their careers. A-Rod is almost 36. The starting rotation has only two reliable starters. Is this finally the end of Yankee dominance? I’ve been hearing for a while this winter, how the Y

Kernan: 'Betances is Yanks Next Big Thing'

Published on 2011-01-31 13:25:00

Kevin Kernan penned a nice piece on Yankees pitching prospect Dellin Betances. Here is some of the article: Betances is in full pursuit of his dream, arriving here several weeks ago to begin workouts to give himself the best chance to impress manager

The Red Sox Are So Lame

Published on 2011-01-31 12:42:00

You've really got to be one scared and insecure organization to pull something like this: [The Red Sox] $142 million deal with Carl Crawford includes a clause that prohibits any team he's traded to from then trading him to the Yankees. They rarely gi

Duchscherer Signs with the Orioles

Published on 2011-01-31 09:35:00

Strike up the band, as another potential candidate for the Yankees questionable rotation has headed for greener pastures. While I cannot in good faith say that Duchscherer would have been the answer, I am still wholly baffled by the Yankees (in)actio

Yanks No Longer Interested in Duchscherer?

Published on 2011-01-30 16:31:00

He doesn't say if the Yankees are out because Duchscherer doesn't want to come here or because the Yankees are not willing to give him a Major League deal. Based on his comments earlier this week about not being afraid of New York I'd have to assume

This Week in Yankees History (1/30-2/5)

Published on 2011-01-30 16:18:00

This week in Yankees History January 30th - February 5th January 30th 1923 - The New York Yankees General Manager Edward Barrow raided his old team the Boston Red Sox again, this time obtaining P Herb Pennock exchange for INF Norm McMillan, P G

Cashman On Montero

Published on 2011-01-29 16:34:00

Recently, Brian Cashman sat down for an interview with Josh Norris to discuss various topics. The most interesting topic that came up was Jesus Montero, here is that part of the interview: Josh Norris: With Russell Martin coming on board, is that an

Levine to Rangers Owner: You're Delusional

Published on 2011-01-28 15:14:00

First, here's what Rangers owner Chuck Greenberg said earlier in the week: "We had three different meetings with Cliff and his wife and his agent in Little Rock," the owner said. "Even though Philadelphia was probably not in, they were always in th

Hal Shows His Support For Cashman

Published on 2011-01-28 11:09:00

There's been a ton of talk recently about the rift between ownership and GM Brian Cashman. This morning Hal Steinbrenner spoke to Joel Sherman and had nothing but good things to say about Cash: "[Cashman] and I have a great working relationship," Ste

Freddy Garcia Wants to Be a Yankee

Published on 2011-01-27 22:34:00

From the Venezuelan newspaper Meridiano (hat-tip to MLBTR):"My preference is to be with the New York Yankees, and it's not unreasonable to have that in mind, because I've demonstrated that I can be useful," Garcia said. "A team like New York would

Five Yankees Prospects in Keith Law's Top-100

Published on 2011-01-27 11:38:00

You can find the entire list over on ESPN.com, though insider is required. We cannot re-post the entire list or Law's commentary here for legal reasons, but I can give you a sneak peak at where the Yankees rank. Without further ado: 04. Jesus Monte

Heyman and Calcaterra: Pettitte is Likely to Pitch in 2011

Published on 2011-01-26 20:24:00

And Craig Calcaterra: A source close to Andy Pettitte tells me that there is a “very strong possibility” that Pettitte is going to pitch in 2011. He is doing his usual preseason workouts and has had no physical issues thus far. Moreover, the so

Fangraphs on the Yankees Pitching Staff

Published on 2011-01-26 15:18:00

There are two interesting articles over on Fangraphs outlining a few of the concerns with the Yankees rotation. The first is on the team's recent history with fifth starters: The Yankees may rely on Sergio Mitre or Ivan Nova to be their fifth starter

Duchscherer: I'm not afraid of New York

Published on 2011-01-26 15:00:00

From Britt's Bird Watch (hat-tip to IATMS):Free agent Justin Duchscherer, considered one of the best starting pitchers still on the market, said Tuesday evening that physically he feels "pretty much 100 percent" and shot down the notion that his prev

Hank: "We just have to f***Ing win"

Published on 2011-01-26 13:25:00

From Kevin Kernan: Hank Steinbrenner, the Yankees co-chairman, is fired up for the 2011 season -- even without Cliff Lee in pinstripes. "We will do what we have to do to win," Steinbrenner told The Post recently in a wide-ranging interview at Steinb

Yanks Ink Bartolo Colon to Minor-League Deal

Published on 2011-01-26 11:05:00

I just hope this isn't Cashman's idea of a solution to the rotation issues.

Coney Returning to the YES Booth

Published on 2011-01-25 19:53:00

After an embarrassing story earlier, YES did something good this time:

YES Censoring Affiliated Bloggers

Published on 2011-01-25 17:09:00

As you all know, Yankees fans had varying opinions of the Rafael Soriano signing. Some liked it, some hate it, and some are taking a wait and see approach. Where you sit on that fence is not important right now. What is important is that TYU's Moshe

Yanks Sign Warner Madrigal to Minor-League Deal

Published on 2011-01-25 14:47:00

In 2 seasons (08-09) with the Rangers, Madrigal went 0-3, with a 6.10 ERA. In 35 games in AA and AAA, the 26-year-old went 5-2 with a 3.73 ERA. In 50.2 IP he allowed 21 ER on 41 hits, walked 14 and struck out 42.

Cashman at Today's WFAN’s Breakfast with a Champion Event

Published on 2011-01-25 11:02:00

Cashman spoke to the media today during WFAN’s Breakfast with a Champion event in New York. Here are some quotes via Amanda Rykoff you might find interesting (I'm not sure if these are exact quotes): When Mike Francesa asked him who's a better team

Speculation, Conjecture, Redundancy, and the 2011 Rotation

Published on 2011-01-24 18:07:00

We've analyzed the free agent market for potential starting pitchers over and over. We've discussed most every name that has popped-up in trade rumors. We've looked into potential in-house candidates. What we haven't done is make reasonable assumptio

Salary Commitments for 2011 and Beyond

Published on 2011-01-24 13:06:00

I'm not quite sure why I felt that this exercise would be interesting - to myself or our fine readership - but it seemed better than sorting through the inconsequential rumors and musings that fill-up baseball news this time of the year. While the Ya

This Week in Yankees History (1/23-1/29)

Published on 2011-01-23 15:12:00

This Week in Yankees History January 23rd - January 29th January 23rd 1890 - Former Yankees reserve OF Ed Barney (1915) was born. On July 20, 1915, Ed Barney was purchased by the New York Yankees from Jersey City (International League). He appeare

CAIRO Projections

Published on 2011-01-22 14:20:00

These numbers are from the fine writers of the Replacement Level Yankees Weblog. You can find the entire set of projections here. Starting LineupRobinson Cano - .306/.355/.511, .372 wOBA, 26 HR, 4 SBBrett Gardner - .270/.358/.372, .329 wOBA, 5 HR, 38

Manny & Damon Reunite in Tampa

Published on 2011-01-21 23:50:00

Venon Wells Traded to the Angels

Published on 2011-01-21 18:44:00

Am I the only one that thinks the Angels got hosed?

Verducci: Is Tex heading down the same path as Giambi?

Published on 2011-01-21 14:18:00

SI's Tom Verducci penned this piece on Mark Teixeira and the possibility the he may end up becoming another Jason Giambi..... Yea, I know, more Yankee-hate..... Verducci recently spoke with Yankees hitting coach Kevin Long about Teixeira, and Long to

Olney Talks About the Yankees Front Office

Published on 2011-01-20 21:35:00

We already heard what Tim Kurkjian had to say, now Buster Olney add his 2 cents.

Yankees Sign Andruw Jones

Published on 2011-01-20 15:12:00

Five years ago, this would have been front-page material. A fantastic signing, perhaps the best the Yankees could have made in the past decade. And now ... it may very well be their best move of the 2010-11 off-season, all things considered. While A

A New Place (on Twitter) For All Your NYC Ticket Info

Published on 2011-01-20 09:48:00

I wanted to pass along this cool (and more importantly, useful) Twitter feed along to you guys. It comes from the folks at TiqIQ and is call TiqFeed NYC. If you don't know, TiqIQ is company that aggregates tickets listings from some of the top ticke

Andy still unsure about his future, but now he's working out

Published on 2011-01-19 12:20:00

This might not mean anything, but it is a change from what we've been hearing for weeks now. Maybe it meanss he's changing his mind and wants to come back or maybe he just wants to have all his bases covered if he ends up changing his mind. Whatever

Quotes From The Soriano Press Conference

Published on 2011-01-19 10:56:00

This first batch comes to us via Bryan Hoch. First, here's Soriano: It's a great pleasure to be here, one of the most important days of my career to represent this uniform," Soriano said via a Spanish translator after donning a pinstriped jersey bear

Welcome to the Bronx, Rafael

Published on 2011-01-19 10:40:00

Some images from today's press conference via Yahoo! Sports: Now pitching for the Yankees, number 29, Rafael Soriano. Number 29. I'll be back with some quotes shortly.

Kurkjian Discusses the Yanks

Published on 2011-01-18 22:24:00

Not much new info here, just Tim's take on Pettitte (the Yankees need him) and his view on the Cashman, ownership, Rafael Soriano situation.

Some Quotes From Curtis

Published on 2011-01-18 14:11:00

Here's some quotes from Granderson via Bryan Hoch: On his first year in Pinstripes: "I look at the good and the bad," Granderson said. "As a team, we played well, and for myself individually there are a couple of things that I want to do better. The

One Year Deals For Hughes, Joba, and Logan

Published on 2011-01-18 13:47:00

From Brian Costello: Hughes was signed for $2.7 million. The 24-year-old pitcher was in his first year of arbitration eligibility... Chamberlain snagged a $1.4 million deal. The reliever also was in his first year of eligibility... The Yankees gave

Yanks Looking at Millwood

Published on 2011-01-18 10:20:00

From Jon Heyman: The Yankees among the teams looking at Kevin Millwood as a back-end starter and have also looked at Freddy Garcia. They are also pressing for Andruw Jones to be their fourth outfielder and have their eye on Johnny Damon, too.I'm not

Thames To Sign With Dodgers

Published on 2011-01-18 10:15:00

Do you guys think the Yanks should have done more to sign Thames or are you happy with the idea of signing Jones instead?

Yanks Close To Deal With Andruw Jones

Published on 2011-01-17 12:05:00

I like the move. It should do a lot to solidify the bench. If there are any updates I will update this post.

This Week in Yankees History (1/16-1/22)

Published on 2011-01-16 15:30:00

This Week in Yankees History January 16th - January 22nd January 16th 1957 - Former Yankees 1B/DH Steve “Bye-Bye” Balboni (1981-1983,1989-1990) was born. The New York Yankees in the 2nd round of the 1978 MLB amateur player draft drafted S

Martin on Two Down Years: I Was Distracted

Published on 2011-01-16 12:48:00

From The Canadian Press (hat-tip to WasWatching):The two-time all-star catcher from Chelsea, Que., attending Baseball Canada's annual awards banquet Saturday, attributed his consecutive off-years with the Los Angeles Dodgers to poor preparation.

Pitchers & Catchers to Report One Day Later

Published on 2011-01-15 21:32:00

A Little More On That "Rift" Between Ownership and Cashman

Published on 2011-01-15 12:54:00

Jon Heyman has the info:Buster Olney twat the same thing as well.The Daily News also reported this morning that Cash was overruled by both Hank and Hal Steinbrenner. Mainly because they didn't like the idea of going into the season with a starting ro

Olney: Soriano Signing Was Ownership-Driven

Published on 2011-01-15 01:00:00

Earlier we heard that Mariano was also a big part in getting the Yanks to sign Soriano, but he wasn't the only factor in this decision. Apparently Randy Levine played a big role as well.Gammons backs up Olney's report:While I'm never a fan of ownersh

Heyman: Yanks would consider trading Joba for a starter

Published on 2011-01-14 23:46:00

He's basically lost in the Yankees pen now, so I wouldn't mind seeing a deal happen if the Yankees were able to get a pitcher that would actually help them win in return.At the same time I still believe Joba can be successful in New York if given ano

Better Know a Prospect Countdown: 5 - 1

Published on 2011-01-14 09:15:00

You can find the first two installments of this series here and here. This post will remain at the top of the page throughout the day, so scroll down a bit for other news and musings throughout the day.#5Gary Sanchez, C, 18Rk/A - .329/.393/.543, 8 HR

Matthews: Mo Convinced Yanks to Sign Soriano

Published on 2011-01-14 07:24:00

From Wallace Matthews (Hat-Tip to Crossfire):As befitting an aging king preparing to abdicate his throne, Rivera -- according to a source with intimate knowledge of the negotiations -- chose his own successor.He chose Rafael Soriano. More importantly

Yankees Sign Rafael Soriano

Published on 2011-01-13 22:17:00

At face value, I do like this deal. Soriano will be the finest set-up man in the game, and the Yankees bullpen will be a major strength. Digging deeper, however, I'm not too keen on giving up a first round pick in a loaded draft - particularly when i

Hughes and Nova Make Verducci's Annual Injury Risk List

Published on 2011-01-13 14:14:00

We post about this article every season, but here's a bit of a refresher from Tom Verducci:More than a decade ago, drawing on the advice of pitching coach Rick Peterson, I developed a rule of thumb that pitchers 25 and younger should not increase the

Better Know a Prospect Countdown: 15 - 6

Published on 2011-01-12 01:04:00

You can find part one of this series here. This post will remain at the top of the page throughout the day, so scroll down a bit for other news and musings throughout the day.#15Jose Ramirez, RHP, 20A - 115 IP, 106 H, 42 BB, 105 K, 3.60 ERAI may be a

First Half of ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball Schedule

Published on 2011-01-12 00:18:00

This was released earlier today:April 3: San Francisco at Los Angeles Dodgers (ESPN2)April 10: N.Y. Yankees at BostonApril 17: Texas at N.Y. YankeesApril 24: Cincinnati at St. LouisMay 1: N.Y. Mets at PhiladelphiaMay 8: Atlanta at Philadelphia

Yanks Finalize Their Coaching Staff

Published on 2011-01-11 14:56:00

From Bryan Hoch:The Yankees have finalized their coaching staff for the 2011 season, and they announced on Tuesday that five members will return to their respective positions. Mike Harkey, Mick Kelleher, Kevin Long, Tony Pena and Rob Thomson will

Bonderman an Unlikely Target

Published on 2011-01-11 12:54:00

This is probably good news, and may mean they're leaning more towards Justin Duchscherer . Between he and Bonderman. I'd much rather see Duchscherer in Pinstripes, despite the injury concerns.

Yanks Eyeing Duchscherer

Published on 2011-01-11 09:09:00

From Jerry Crasnick:The New York Yankees, still in the market for pitching help, are stepping up their pursuit of free agent Justin Duchscherer, a baseball source told ESPN.com.Duchscherer, 33, has a career record of 33-25 with a 3.13 ERA in eight se

Yankees Still Serious About Andruw Jones

Published on 2011-01-10 23:46:00

Regardless of the money, who would you rather the Yankees signed? Damon, Jones, or Thames?

Better Know a Prospect Countdown: 25 - 16

Published on 2011-01-09 23:26:00

Over the coming week, I will be posting my top-twenty-five Yankees prospects. The rankings are based on an inexact blend of the prospect's ceiling, floor, ETA, and their likelihood of reaching their ceiling. I tried to avoid the pitfalls of group thi

Fun with Numbers: A Potential Fifth Starter

Published on 2011-01-09 23:00:00

Choose one of the following, without attempting to discern who they are: A - 221.2 IP, 4.1 BB/9, 8.4 K/9, 44.3% GB, 4.18 ERA, 4.27 FIP, 4.23 xFIP B - 174.1 IP, 3.0 BB/9, 7.4 K/9, 36.0% GB, 4.23 ERA, 4.30 FIP, 4.37 xFIP It's sort of difficult to

This Week in Yankees History (1/9-1/15)

Published on 2011-01-09 04:50:00

This Week in Yankees History January 9th - January 15th January 9th 1903 - The defunct Baltimore Orioles American League franchise is purchased by Frank Farrell and Bill Devery for $18,000 and is moved to Manhattan, New York City, where they will be

Heyman: Yanks Still In On Soriano

Published on 2011-01-08 14:05:00

How is that possible? Cashman made it very clear that he won't give up the Yanks no. 1 pick, so either Heyman's sources are wrong or Cashman is lying. Let's hope it's the latter.

Cashman Will Not Give Up Yanks 1st Rd Pick

Published on 2011-01-07 15:47:00

From Chad Jennings:Essentially taking himself out of the running for Rafael Soriano, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said this afternoon that he absolutely will not make a move that costs the Yankees their top draft pick.“I will not lose our

Is this the real reason Pettitte may retire?

Published on 2011-01-07 01:46:00

This article comes from Bob Klapisch, who wondered how the upcoming Roger Clemens trial may have impacted Pettitte's decision to return or retire.One theory circulating at Yankee Stadium is that Pettitte is spooked by none other than Roger Clemens.

Yanks Willing to Give Andy $12-$13M

Published on 2011-01-06 18:50:00

That sounds fair to me. I still don't think he's coming back, though.

Heyman on the Yankees

Published on 2011-01-06 11:25:00

As per SI.com:They have their fingers crossed that Andy Pettitte will say yes to a 17th season, and while he's been telling folks he's "leaning'' toward retirement, Yankees people have decent hope he'll start leaning their way soon.If Pettitte retire

Yanks Claim Brian Schlitter From Cubs

Published on 2011-01-05 21:43:00

According to Fangraphs, he throws a fastball and a slider mostly, with his heater averaging 93MPH.

Alomar and Blyleven Headed to Cooperstown

Published on 2011-01-05 13:05:00

BBWAA.com has the info. Alomar batted .300 with a .371 on-base average and a .443 slugging percentage over a 17-season career with the San Diego Padres, Toronto Blue Jays, Baltimore Orioles, Cleveland Indians, New York Mets, Chicago White Sox and

Late Night News & Notes: Cashman, Bonderman, Soriano, Jeter

Published on 2011-01-04 21:43:00

I got completely wrapped up in the Knicks-Spurs game (Nice win!) and missed a few stories, so here's a summary: - Jon Paul Morosi reported that the Yankees are interested in Detroit's Jeremy Bonderman. The 28-year-old went 8-10 with a 5.53 ERA in 30

Andruw Jones on Yanks List?

Published on 2011-01-04 16:51:00

With the Yankees in need of a righty bat off the bench he's really not a bad option. In 107 games with the White Sox, the 33-year-old hit .230/.341/.486 with 19 HR and 48 RBI, while playing solid defense in the outfield.

Cashman: We Don't Expect To Hear From Pettitte This Week

Published on 2011-01-04 13:00:00

From Brian Costello: Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said he does not expect to hear from Pettitte this week despite two reports yesterday that the left-hander was going to let the Yankees know his retirement decision soon. "We've been moving

Yankees v. Red Sox, Part Two: The Rotation

Published on 2011-01-04 10:40:00

As is the case with the offensive breakdown, the first set of numbers shall be the player's 2010 production, and the numbers in parentheses represent Bill James' 2011 projections. This comparison may be worthless, as I find it highly unlikely that th

My Hall of Fame Ballot

Published on 2011-01-03 23:12:00

With much of the recent baseball talk revolving around the Hall of Fame balloting (the results of which will be announced on Wednesday), I felt it would be appropriate to spark a bit more discussion on the subject. What better way to do that then to

A Brief Argument for Russell Branyan

Published on 2011-01-03 13:26:00

The Yankees do not appear to have a need for a designated hitter - particularly a lefty with fairly pronounced platoon splits. They are also unlikely to have more than four players on the bench at any given time, all but negating the possibility of c

Matthews: Yanks Expect To Hear From Pettitte Within A Few Days

Published on 2011-01-03 12:54:00

From Wallace Matthews: Now that the holidays are over and Andy Pettitte has had more than enough time to mull over his future, the Yankees expect to hear from him this week on whether or not he will return to pitch in 2011. According to a team offici

Yankees v. Red Sox, Part One: Offense

Published on 2011-01-03 11:51:00

With the recent conjecture about the Red Sox (with respect to their apparently guaranteed World Series win), I found myself wondering how the team stacks up to the Yankees. No, not the 1927 Yankees that some would say they are poised to unseat as the

This Week in Yankees History (1/2-1/8)

Published on 2011-01-02 16:24:00

This Week in Yankees History January 2nd – January 8th January 2nd 1963 - Former Yankees P Al Mamaux (1924) passed away. Al Mamaux pitched a dozen seasons in the majors. He won 21 games with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 1915-1916. He appeared i

Tomase: "Yankees won't be a factor in the AL East"

Published on 2011-01-02 13:30:00

From John Tomase: By September, the Yankees won’t be a factor in the AL East. This is shaping up to be an ugly transition year in Gotham, with age creeping around all over the diamond, from shortstop (Derek Jeter) to third (Alex Rodriguez) to desig

NESN Believes 2011 Sox Can Challenge '27 Yanks As Best Team Ever

Published on 2011-01-01 18:47:00

I'm not going to quote anything from the ridiculous article, but if you feel like a good laugh, click here.

Happy New Year!

Published on 2011-01-01 02:14:00

Hey everybody, I hope you all had a fun (and safe) New Years Eve. To all the readers, contributors, and haters out there, thanks to all of you for another great year at SIH, the blog is useless without you guys. So, besides World Series #28, what ar