‘NY Yankees’ Archives
The Ball’s in Your Court: Tyson, Yankees, D-Wade »
This time of year has a lot of NBA action on the court.It also has been a time of action in the courts.Over the past few weeks, several high-profile lawsuits have been made public. They have involved such sports teams and personalities as the New York Yankees, Mike Tyson, Charles Oakley, Lenny Dykstra and retired NFL players.And a lawsuit [...]
New York Yankees: Jorge Vazquez Should Take over DH »
There is no doubt the New York Yankees should have a guy named Jorge as their everyday designated hitter right now. The only problem is this organization continues to use Jorge Posada when they should be turning to Jorge Vazquez.Super prospect Jesus Montero gets all the attention, at least from the casual fans, to replace the at-the-end Posada. [...]
New York Yankees Sign Pitcher Randy Flores for Bullpen »
The New York Yankees have been in desperate need for bullpen help. On Wednesday, they signed left-handed veteran Randy Flores to a minor-league deal, according to Danny Knobler of CBS Sports. The 35-year old was playing with the San Diego Padres in their minor league system, but opted out of his contract this week. A couple of teams were [...]
Derek Jeter: Was the Captain Right in His Actions »
Last weekend, New York Yankees designated hitter Jorge Posada caused a stir by removing himself from the lineup after learning he would be batting ninth. Earning that spot in the lineup wasn't a surprise, as he is batting just .165, while looking awful at the plate. Team management was less than thrilled about Posada's ego coming out [...]
Ty Cobb: New York Yankees’ Phil Rizzuto Second »
Ty Cobb was a player-manager for the Detroit Tigers from 1921-1926. The most games the Tigers won in a season under Cobb was 86 in 1924, when teams played 154 games. The highest Cobb's team finished was second in 1923, but the problem was they finished 16 games behind the New York Yankees. Cobb is ranked among the greatest players of all time. [...]
Derek Jeter and the 15 Most Precipitous Declines in »
In 1951, three-time MVP and future Hall of Famer Joe DiMaggio had the worst year of his career. He knew he was done and he retired gracefully as one of the greatest players of all time.Not all legends can tell when it is time to hang up the cleats, though. Some do their best Brett Favre impression and hang on until it starts to affect their [...]
MLB Trade Speculation: 5 Deals the Yankees and SF »
Some of you may not remember this, but the San Francisco Giants reached out to Derek Jeter during the offseason. The legendary shortstop ultimately re-signed with the New York Yankees for three years and $51 million, plus an option for a fourth year.At second glance, Jeter going to the Giants makes perfect sense considering how the team's GM, [...]
Breaking News: Jorge Posada Wanted off of New York »
You can add a new twist to the Jorge Posada vs. New York Yankees feud.It was reported late last night that upon learning he was scheduled to bat ninth in the order on Saturday, Posada didn't only request to sit out of the game but actually wanted off of the Yankees altogether.Wow. Talk about entitlement.As information continues to pour out [...]
Derek Jeter: 5 Reasons the Captain-Yankees »
The New York Yankees and Derek Jeter are at it again.Their tumultuous relationship took another turn for the worse this past weekend and things don't look to be getting better any time soon.With big money comes expectations—and with expectations come failures.Although the Jeter re-signing looked ugly from the start, no one would have [...]
MLB Power Rankings: Every Team’s Greatest TV »
Most commercials during baseball games are just boring. You have your typical car ads and beer ads among a myriad of other companies trying to sell you products.One set of ads that generally tend to be entertaining are ones that are either commercials for your favorite team or feature some players from the team.Some of these ads are put out by MLB [...]