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Derek Jeter: This Yankee Icon Is Not Finished, but »
A recent article by John Harper of the New York Daily News quoted two former players saying that Derek Jeter will play hardball with the Yankees over his next contract. I am asking why would Derek Jeter need to play hardball? Is he going anywhere else? No. Will he ever wear another uniform? Of course not. Jeter has said he eventually [...]
Javier Vazquez Back Into the Yankees Starting »
Back in 2007, the Yankees had a starting pitcher in the minors who blew through several levels of play. He regularly hit the gun at 95-97 MPH, even as late as the seventh inning in one game for the Trenton Thunder. He was good starting pitching prospect, but the Yankees needed his power arm in their bullpen. So Joba Chamberlain was in the bullpen [...]
Jesus Montero Eligible for Postseason If Not on Yankee »
With a nice series win over the weekend in Chicago, combined with the Tampa Bay Rays taking two of three against the Boston Red Sox, the Yankees now have a 6.5-game lead over the Red Sox for a playoff spot. While no lead is insurmountable (right, 2008 Mets?), there is a really good chance the Yankees will be playoff-bound. With the Minnesota Twins [...]
With Strasburg’s Injury will Yankees Alter Their »
Stephen Strasburg needs Tommy John surgery (TJS), and if you are in shock over this, you shouldn't be. Strasburg has all the requirements of a guy destined for this procedure. First, he throws extremely hard, upwards of 100 MPH. That is just too taxing on the throwing arm’s tendons and ligaments. There is a certain threshold for the body [...]
Cliff Lee: With CC Sabathia Leading the Way, Is Lee To »
A story in today's New York Post quotes CC Sabathia after his 17th win yesterday, "I'm here," Sabathia said. "Hundred percent." Sabathia is referring to the clause in his contract to opt-out after next season. CC was not sure he or his family would like the hustle of New York, and being Californians, wanted the option to go back to the [...]
New York Yankees: Brandon Laird Promoted To Triple-A, »
After the Trenton Thunder's 10-4 loss to the New Britain Rock Cats Sunday night, it was announced that Thunder third baseman Brandon Laird was promoted to Triple-A Scranton. "I was trying to put a good season together, Larid said. "Up until now, I feel like I did. Now I'm getting my chance to go up to Scranton and hopefully help them win. I was [...]
New York Yankees: More High-A Tampa Rotation Pitching »
This is the second installment of my starting pitching capsules from my trip down to the Florida State League to watch the High A Tampa Yankees play. I saw quite a few games which included four of the five starting pitchers. The one starter I did not see pitch was Dellin Betances. The first capsule can be seen here, and included right-handed [...]
New York Yankees: Do They Really Need Bench Help? »
With the best record in baseball, the New York Yankees have a 2.5 game lead over the Tampa Bay Rays. They are also six games ahead of the Boston Red Sox. But according to the experts, the Yankees need major help. Since Andy Pettitte went on the disabled list with a strained groin, the Yankees now need a starting pitcher. Now that Joba Chamberlain [...]
New York Yankees: Andy Pettitte Injury Adds to »
With the recent injury to Andy Pettitte, who is expected to be out of the Yankees starting rotation for up to five weeks, it has put the Yankees into a bind regarding their staff. Pettitte will miss five to six starts, with Sergio Mitre pitching in Andy's spot in the rotation. Mitre did not fare well last year in a similar role when he started [...]
Big Night By Nick Swisher on Tribute Night for George »
On a night when hearts were heavy and tears were plentiful, the New York Yankees Nick Swisher capped a momentous evening with a single in the bottom of the 9th inning. The single, Swisher's third hit of the night, scored Curtis Granderson with the winning run in a 5-4 victory at Yankee Stadium--the House the Boss Built. With tremendous tributes to [...]