‘NY Yankees’ Archives
Francisco Cervelli Possible DL Candidate for Yankees »
The Yankees' backup catcher, Francisco Cervelli, has been diagnosed with a mild hamstring injury that will most likely have him knocked out of the Yankees' lineup for the rest of spring training. Joe Girardi, manager of the Yankees, has announced that the Yankees will take an in-depth look at Cervelli every day and list him as a day-to-day [...]
Just Saying, Is All… | Why America Loves To Hate »
Thank heaven for durable hegemons. The New York Yankees are terrible for Major League Baseball’s competitive balance. They’re also great for Major League Baseball’s television ratings. On the eve of the 2010 season, the Bronx Bombers look primed for yet another run at the World Series—which would be worse news if it [...]
Any Pitching Staff Want to Face This New York »
If you were a pitcher and you looked at a batting order that featured Derek Jeter leading off, Alex Rodriguez hitting sixth and Robinson Cano hitting ninth, you would probably scratch your brow a little. What a minute, did I say A-Rod hitting sixth and not fourth? And Cano hitting ninth and not fifth? Yeah, that's what I said, because I'm not [...]
MLB 2010 Preview: New York Yankees Will Not Repeat and »
It is April 1. As I write this I can look out the window at blooming forsythias and fat robins hopping in too green grass. In three days, baseball starts for real with my team opening in Fenway Park. The New York Yankees are the greatest team in the history of the game and begin the new year defending their 27th world title. But as an undying, but [...]
Brett Gardner: Daily Update April 1, 2010 »
Brett Gardner has been projected to the American League MVP for 2010. With Opening Day only three days away, Gardner has been picked by any number of baseball experts to garner his first MVP award. He is projected to hit .325, score 125 runs and steal 135 bases. April Fools! Sorry, couldn't resist. As of now, Gardner has had a horrible Spring [...]
10 Bold Yankees Predictions for 2010: The Path to a »
Here we find ourselves, days before the beginning of yet another exciting baseball season. Opening Day marks the beginning of a long journey for thirty teams that are hungry to become World Series Champions. While outsiders may have different expectations, each team wants to be the last one standing. The reigning World Series Champion New York [...]
Top 10 Reasons New York Yankees Fans Laugh At Red Sox »
Dear Red Sox fans, As a Yankee fan, I'll be the first to admit a little bias in my belief that the greatest organization in Major League Baseball plays in the Bronx. However, the Boston media in general, and several publications and writers there in particular, have elevated the fan-baiting and rivalry-stirring between our two teams to childishly [...]
Switching Things Up: Pat Venditte Offer Unique Skill »
When Pat Venditte came on to pitch for the Yankees against the Braves a few days ago, I was excited. As a fan with an interest in the Yankees farm system, I enjoy spring training because it gives me a chance to see some of the young guys that otherwise I wouldn't. Venditte is not a flashy name, nor will you find him high up on any of the top [...]
2010 MLB Predictions: American League East »
Spring is in the air. Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming and baseball bats are cracking. That only means one thing...Opening Day is right around the corner. But just because the season begins in just five days doesn't mean we can't predict who will still be playing in six months, right? Right. So, without further adieu, here are my very [...]
2010 AL East Division Preview and Fantasy Spotlight »
This is my sixth and final division preview before the 2010 season kicks off in the first week of April. The AL East is home to some strong teams that hold high aspirations for 2010, including a World Championship. Here is the breakdown (in alphabetical order): Baltimore Orioles The Orioles are on the fence right now as a team [...]