Archive for July, 2013
What the Yankees, Fans Feel About A-Rod Returning to »
All the talk about Alex Rodriguez returning to the New York Yankees will soon give way to him actually playing in games, with the reaction from the sports world providing plenty of fodder for conversation. Rodriguez spoke with Mike Francesa of WFAN radio in New York, saying that the current plan is for him to return on Monday when the [...]
Yankees Trade Rumors: Bronx Bombers Must Make Huge »
The Yankees need Chase Headley. New York is just six games behind Boston for first place in the AL East, and is more than capable of making a second-half run. But that’s only going to happen if general manager Brian Cashman can work out a deal for someone who can play third base and make an impact in the heart of the lineup. The Bronx [...]
Alex Rodriguez Denies League Plea Deal in Place »
Alex Rodriguez is preparing for his return to the New York Yankees lineup. At the same time, the Biogenesis incident and potential suspensions are looming like a dark cloud over the heads of several players, including the Yankees third baseman. Details about the performance-enhancing drugs scandal have been extremely limited, and Rodriguez didn't [...]
Corner Infield Options for the Yankees Now That Chase »
The New York Yankees are headed back to the drawing board after the San Diego Padres refused to trade star third baseman Chase Headley to the Bronx Bombers. According to Jon Heyman of CBS Sports, the Padres were not impressed by the Yankees' offer, which is why Headley won't be heading to the Big Apple. The Yankees recently called for Padres star [...]
The Yankees’ Offense with and Without a »
The hour of Alex Rodriguez's return to the New York Yankees is no longer on the distant horizon. It's now just around the bend. With 10 minor league games and a good chunk of his 20-day rehab stint in the bags, it was already apparent that A-Rod was very close to returning. Now it's more or less official, according to both the man himself and [...]
Ranking Mariano Rivera’s Greatest All-Star Game »
The pomp and pageantry of the Mariano Rivera farewell tour stopped over at the 2013 All-Star Game just long enough to give stars from around baseball a chance to tip their caps to one of the great ones. It was just one of many times Rivera represented the Yankees in the Midsummer Classic, and indeed, it was one of the better ones. Join [...]
Why Didn’t the Greatest Closer of All Time »
Mariano Rivera's final MLB All-Star Game appearance was a good one. It was exciting and emotional and should certainly prove to be memorable in the long run. The legendary New York Yankees closer's final Midsummer Classic Tuesday night was not, however, the one thing so many people wanted it to be: Climactic. The stage was set perfectly at Citi [...]
Mariano Rivera Takes Field in All-Star Game to Enter »
Mariano Rivera has pitched in the final All-Star Game of his Hall of Fame career. The New York Yankees closer is the best of all-time, and he made one final trip to the mound during the Midsummer Classic on Tuesday night. Citi Field erupted when Mo came onto the field, with both fans and fellow players saluting one of the greatest players in [...]
American League All-Stars Pay Homage to Legendary »
New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera will be participating in his 13th and final MLB All-Star Game on Tuesday, and his American League teammates paid homage to him in fitting fashion. In a pose that suggests reverence, some of the game's greats, including Robinson Cano, Miguel Cabrera, David Ortiz and Felix Hernandez, seemingly look down in [...]
Robinson Cano’s Father Believes Son Will Re-Sign »
Robinson Cano has chosen to let his contract negotiations with the New York Yankees stay privately between himself and the organization, but that didn't stop Jose Cano, Robinson's father, from chiming in on his son's impending free agency. Andrew Marchand of ESPNNewYork.com reports that the elder Cano believes his son will re-sign with the Yankees [...]