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ALCS: Hiroki Kuroda to Start Game 2 Against Detroit »
There were questions about how the New York Yankees were going to line up their rotation going into to the American League Championship Series against the Detroit Tigers, but now those have been answered.For Game 2, the Yankees will put Hiroki Kuroda on the mound on three days' rest. Dan Schulman of ESPN broke the news via Twitter: Hiroki [...]
Brian Cashman and Joe Girardi’s Jobs Are Not at »
On July 18, the New York Yankees held a commanding 10-game lead over the second-place Baltimore Orioles. It seemed as if that lead would not be relinquished, as many believed the Yankees to be the most complete team in baseball.Fast forward 43 games, and the Yankees are now tied with those same Orioles atop the AL East. Since July 18, the Yankees [...]
Alex Rodriguez, Pedro Feliciano and David Aardsma Set »
The New York Yankees aren't exactly playing up to their standards as the calendar rolls into September, but a trio of banged-up veterans could be available very soon if their rehabs go as planned.With Alex Rodriguez, Pedro Feliciano and David Aardsma set for rehab games on Friday, there's a realistic chance that they could all return within the [...]
New York Yankees Should Look to Trade Curtis »
While the New York Yankees are still focused on making it to the postseason in 2012, it may be time to also start evaluating some of their key pieces heading into the 2013 season.We all know of right fielder Nick Swisher's impending free agency, and we are also all aware of the options that the Yankees hold on second baseman Robinson Cano and [...]
Ty Hensley and New York Yankees Agree on $1.2 Million »
After taking negotiations down to the wire, first-round pick Ty Hensley and the New York Yankees have agreed on a $1.2 million signing bonus, below the $1.6 million recommendation for the No. 30 overall pick.Kendall Rogers of Perfect Game USA broke the news: Confirmed: #Yankees ink first-round pick, RHP Ty Hensley, for $1.2 million. Full pick [...]
Brian Cashman on Catching Situation: “I Believe »
Russell Martin had an absolutely abysmal first half.Through the season's first 68 games, Martin has compiled a line of .179/.300/.348 with eight home runs and 21 RBI. His .300 on-base percentage is astounding when you consider his minuscule batting average, but that's really the only positive you can take from Martin's offense in the first [...]
Mark Teixeira: Vicente Padilla of Boston Red Sox »
As if the fireworks display of offense wasn't enough during Friday's 10-8 New York Yankees win over the Boston Red Sox, first baseman Mark Teixeira added a little extra fuel to the fire after the contest.Teixeira was responsible for the two-run, game-winning triple in the top of the seventh, a hit that came off of a former teammate of his, Vicente [...]
Getting Acquainted with the New York Yankees’ 3 »
The New York Yankees signed three international prospects on July 2, all of which have the potential to be quality players when they progress through the team's farm system.The first prospect signed was Yancarlos Baez, a 6'2", 165-pound shortstop with speed that is well above-average. He's a switch-hitter with good bat speed and is just 16 years [...]
Phil Hughes Is No Longer a Liability in the New York »
Right-hander Phil Hughes has already experienced quite the roller coaster of a season, and we're not even at the All-Star break yet.Hughes began the season with a 1-3 record and a 7.88 ERA, and it was clear that something wasn't working for him.In his last 12 starts, though, he has been stellar.Over the course of those starts, Hughes is 8-3 and [...]
CC Sabathia Injury: What to Expect from Adam Warren in »
With CC Sabathia on the shelf for the next couple of starts nursing a groin strain, the New York Yankees have chosen to give his starts to rookie right-hander Adam Warren.Warren is one of the Yankees high-tiered pitching prospects, but not many fans are aware of what he can bring to the table.He is the definition of an innings eater, tossing 152.1 [...]