‘NY Yankees’ Archives
Mazzeo: Gardner’s Been Yanks’ Unsung Hero »
From Mike Mazzeo : He wasn't even sure if he'd be the starting left fielder throughout the off-season, given the Yankees' propensity to try to acquire the best talent possible. But in the end, Gardner was given a chance to play every day. And since the year began he hasn't lost his spot. "He's been tremendous through the first 69 games," [...]
Lady Gaga: Strangest Fan of MLB’s New York »
Who else would be allowed into Yankee Stadium or Citi Field in that outfit? That's a rhetorical question, so no need to answer it. Who else could manage to sneak past security and talk to players inside the clubhouse after a loss? Maybe only a handful of celebrities come to mind. Who else could make New Yorkers suddenly consider the middle finger [...]
New York Yankees Lady Gaga: Pop Star Banned from »
The current "Queen of Pop" is turning into a baseball-addicted version of Amy Winehouse in New York. First, she gave the crowd the finger at a Mets game 10 days ago. Saturday, she showed up for the Subway Series and talked her way into the clubhouse after the game. The impromptu "performance" in a half-buttoned Yankees jersey, bikini top, [...]
Mike Mussina Was Not the Leader of the Anti-World »
Some things are more unfair than others. Mike Mussina, who has a good chance of becoming a Hall of Famer, signed with the New York Yankees in 2001 after they defeated New York's most beloved team in the 2000 World Series. The Yankees won the 2001 pennant as Mussina had 17 victories, with an excellent 3.15 ERA and a 143 ERA+. He also had [...]
No Free Passes: The 10 Best Control Pitchers in MLB »
Unless you have been living in a "baseball bubble," you must be aware that Ubaldo Jimenez is having an incredible season. In 14 games pitched, he's 13-1 with a 1.15 ERA. This puts him on pace to win 30-plus games this season. But no matter what his record is, or how dominant he's been thus far, he has not done enough in his career to prove that [...]
Joe Girardi: New York Yankee Manager Makes Huge Gaffe »
After seven brilliant innings by New York Yankee starting pitcher Javier Vazquez in Friday night's game versus the New York Mets, Joe Girardi did his usual routine. He pulled out of the game a very effective pitcher who was cruising through a lineup all night long, giving up one very soft run in the top of the 1st inning. Why did Girardi pull [...]
MLB’s 10 Best Candidates to Reach 3,000 Hits »
Today marks the 60th anniversary of Joe DiMaggio’s 2,000th career hit. Joltin’ Joe is inarguably one of the greatest hitters in Major League Baseball to fall short of the 3,000 hit mark. DiMaggio lost the opportunity to collect 3,000 big league hits when baseball lost the 1943, 1944, and 1945 seasons to World War II. In just 13 [...]
Jorge Posada and Alex Rodriguez Injury Update »
First off, A-Rod was removed from today's game just as a precaution, according to Joe Girardi. "Just being cautious," Girardi told the media after the game . "With the little bit of rain, I just thought it made sense." A-Rod also said he feels "really good." Regardless, Girardi will remain cautious as the Yankees head out west for a couple [...]
This Week in Yankees History (6/20-6/26) »
This Week in Yankees History June 20th- June 26th June 20th 1908 - Former Yankees infielder Billy Werber (1930-1933) was born. Werber hit .272 in 118 games for the Yankees. In May of 1933, he was sold to the Boston Red Sox. Werber passed away in 2009. He was the last living teammate of Babe Ruth. 1911 - In a 3-2 win against [...]
Yankees Notes: Sabathia, Teixeira, A-Rod, Posada, »
Mark Teixeira hit a third inning grand slam and CC Sabathia pitched eight shutout innings as the Yankees beat the Mets 4-0 to win the weekend series two games to one. Here are some notes: The Yankees are now in sole possession of first place in the AL East, and they alone have the best record in all of baseball. Sabathia is now 8-3 with a [...]