Archive for June, 2010
Yankees Offensive Rankings »
People have been bemoaning the Yankees offense for the past couple of days and even weeks. It’s true that their offense has been inconsistent of late, but with two of their biggest pieces Jorge Posada and Alex Rodriguez missing time, this his to be expected. Overall though, their numbers look pretty good. Tm BatAge R/G R 2B 3B HR RBI SB [...]
Chicago Cubs Alfonso Soriano Never Lived Up to »
Alfonso Soriano plays left field for the moribund Chicago Cubs. He is batting .267, with 10 home runs, 34 RBIs, and has stolen foures bases. In 2009, he hit .241. At the age of 34, it is safe to say that Mr. Soriano will not have the career Derek Jeter predicted for him. In 2001, Soriano hit the home run off Curt Schilling that was [...]
New York Yankees Derek Jeter In Sunday’s Lineup, »
I just wanted to give everyone an update from our earlier notes. Derek Jeter came into the locker room today and told reporters that his heel, that kept him out of yesterday’s game, feels “great.” Manager Joe Girardi has him in today’s lineup. Obviously this is good news that Jeter is back in the lineup today, but the [...]
Yankees Notes: Phil Hughes, Derek Jeter, A.J. Burnett »
Yesterday was a showdown between two young starters with 9-1 records. The Yankees' Phil Hughes came out on topas the Yanks beat the Mets 5-3 . Now 10-1, Hughes looks like a strong candidate for the All-Star game. Here are some notes: Unfortunately for Hughes he may not be able to pitch in the All-Star game because of a new rule that says pitchers [...]
Klapisch: Hughes Looking Bullet-Proof »
From Bob Klapisch : The Yankees can say they were lucky to hang on for a 5-3 victory on Saturday. Lucky, perhaps, that Pelfrey wasn’t nearly as sharp as he’d been in the last month, giving up his own pair of home runs – including Curtis Granderson’s two-run blast, which put the Yankees ahead for good in the fourth inning. [...]
New York Yankees Pound Mike Pelfrey for 5-3 Victory »
Final 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E N.Y. Mets 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 0 N.Y. Yankees « 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 x 5 8 0 WP: P. Hughes (10-1) LP: M. Pelfrey (9-2) SV: M. Rivera (16) It’s felt like a long time in Yankeeland since the last victory at Yankee Stadium. Well, maybe that’s because [...]
The Phantom Foul »
It’s impossible to explain nothing. Because nothing, by it’s definition, is not a thing. It doesn’t exist. So by that rationale, let’s all make our lives easier and stop breaking our TiVos trying to find the American foul on the disallowed goal against Slovenia Friday. Because there wasn’t one. And referee Koman [...]
A.J. Burnett’s Foot Passes Test, Will Start »
After some concerned surfaced yesterday about his sore foot, A.J. Burnett was cleared to start Monday in Arizona after a problem-free bullpen session this afternoon. “It was a good day today,” Burnett said. “It didn’t bother me. I was worried yesterday and the day after my start, but not today. I’ll be good to go for [...]
Streak Over for Mets as Long Balls Hurt Mike Pelfrey »
NEW YORK-- Mike Pelfrey, for the second consecutive start, didn't have his greatest stuff. His fastball was flat and his sinker had no bite, as the Mets lost the battle of long balls. The game got off to a roaring start for the Mets as Jose Reyes lead off with a home run off Phil Hughes. Pelfrey though, would give the run right back in the first, [...]
Mets-Yankees: Home Runs Help Yankees End Losing Streak »
The Yankees were not only looking for a win to end their losing streak, they also hoped to revitalize their recent sluggish offensive performances. One night after being shutout for the third time this season, the Yankees used a pair of two-run home runs to power past the Mets, 5-3, Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. With the win the Yankees [...]