Archive for August, 2010
Cliff Lee: With CC Sabathia Leading the Way, Is Lee To »
A story in today's New York Post quotes CC Sabathia after his 17th win yesterday, "I'm here," Sabathia said. "Hundred percent." Sabathia is referring to the clause in his contract to opt-out after next season. CC was not sure he or his family would like the hustle of New York, and being Californians, wanted the option to go back to the [...]
New York Yankees: Rookie Ivan Nova To Debut On Mound »
What a rare opportunity for rookie pitcher Ivan Nova to make his mark in New York Yankees pinstripes, by making his Major League debut tonight vs. the heavy-hitting Toronto Blue Jays. Getting called up from Scranton-Wilkes-Barre is every rookie’s goal, but to start against another AL East ball-club, in middle of a tight pennant [...]
Johnny Damon Placed on Waivers: Would New York Yankees »
Johnny Damon was placed on waivers on Thursday, according to MLBTradeRumors. Today would be the last day that a team could claim him, which presents an interesting situation. Would the Yankees think of bringing back their former World Series hero? Even with the fiasco between the Yankees and Damon this past offseason, this move would make [...]
New York Yankees: Kearns, Wood Trades Working, but »
The Yankees made three deals at the July 31 trade deadline acquiring Lance Berkman, Kerry Wood and Austin Kearns. So far Berkman hasn’t entirely worked out and has been on the DL, but Wood and Kearns have been big contributors since coming to the Bronx. Kearns was acquired primarily for his outfield defense and his ability to hit [...]
Five things that have all but disappeared from Major »
Times change. Fashion trends, politics, or the simple ticking of the clock have virtually eliminated these five things that were prevalent in Major League Baseball as recently as the early 1990's. Take a look at five things that have disappeared from the game without much notice.Begin Slideshow
New York Yankees Notes: A-Rod To DL, Ivan Nova To NY, »
There were no updates yesterday because I was busy with a family member’s wedding. There is a silver lining to that, however: On my way home I stopped at the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., and got plenty of great Yankees-related pictures that I will post later today. If you have never been to the Hall of Fame, I highly recommend that you [...]
New York Yankees SS Derek Jeter Is Playing Injured »
For the Latest on the New York Yankees, check out Yankees 'n More Derek Jeter is injured... Period... The end. It could be that the heel he injured early in the year is still bothering him or has been re-aggravated, or it could be something entirely different. With Jeter, who never talks about injuries, we probably won't know until after the [...]
Jose Canseco Declares Steroid Users Should Be In Hall »
Early Monday morning, Jose Canseco decided to bring the spotlight back on himself in the Twitter world. Recently, Canseco has revealed that he has gone broke and is attempting a comeback as a coach and player with the Laredo Broncos. But on August 23, he spoke openly about his feelings for those that have taken steroids and their candidacy for the [...]
Roger Clemens: Liar and Cheat »
Roger Clemens is a liar and a cheat. There is no other way to say it. Clemens has taken his Hall of Fame career and downed the deuce as he perjured himself in front of Congress. Actually, as Clemens appeared before Congress, they of all people, would understand how to lie and cheat, after all, they are politicians, who are [...]
The 100 Hottest Athletes Of All Time »
Hot athletes are fascinating. With models, their talent is looking attractive and nothing else. With hot athletes, not only are they beautiful, but they can also kick your butt in whatever sport they play. That's awesome.Twenty years ago we didn't really have hot athletes. Attractive women didn't gravitate towards sports. Now it's hard to name a [...]