All Entries Tagged With: "Yankees"
Commissioner Selig’s Thoughts about George Steinbrenner
Baseball Commissioner Allan H. (Bud) Selig issued the following statement today regarding the passing of George Steinbrenner: “On behalf of Baseball, I am very saddened by the passing this morning of George Steinbrenner. George was a giant of the game and his devotion to baseball was surpassed only by his devotion to his family and [...]
George Steinbrenner Passes Away
George M. Steinbrenner III, the Principal Owner of the New York Yankees since he purchased the team from CBS in 1973 has passed away at 80 years old. He suffered a massive heart attack. His family has confirmed the death of one of the most famous figures in sports. “It is with profound sadness that [...]
Yankees longtime public address announcer Bob Sheppard passes away
It is with deep sadness that the New York Yankees announce the passing of longtime public address announcer Bob Sheppard – “The Voice of Yankee Stadium.” Sheppard passed away this morning at his home in Baldwin, N.Y., with his wife, Mary, by his side. He was 99 years old. A wake will be held on [...]
Mets Handle Prospect Mejia Perfectly
The Mets just sent their 20 year phenom, Jenrry Mejia, back to the Minors to transition back to a starting pitcher. Their plan for his development has been perfectly executed.
Yard Work 6/14: Nava, Strasburg, Almost No-No’s
Story of 2010 Sometimes we make too much of a single game or a single moment. It is easy to get caught up in the excitement or the drama of one game. It is difficult to stay rational and remember that the Baseball season is 162 games long. But, Saturday gave us one of those [...]
Sabathia’s Slow Start is a Result of the Ring
There is concern that Yankees ace CC Sabathia is slipping. While he is struggling against every team except the Baltimore Orioles, his 2010 start isn’t because of regression. It is because he won it all.
Yard Work 6/11: Santana Debuts, Niese, ARod
Indians to Bring up Carlos Santana In a dismal season, the Cleveland Indians have officially called up their prized catching prospect, Carlos Santana. The 24-year-old catcher was acquired in the Casey Blake trade with the Los Angeles Dodgers and has been honing his catching skills while continuing to hit. In 57 games at Triple-A Columbus, [...]
Yard Work 6/9: Stanton, Pelfrey, Mets Cleared
Stanton’s Debut Perhaps the person who might not be happy about Stephen Strasburg’s debut was Florida Marlins’ prospect Mike Stanton. The 20-year-old slugger made is own debut for the Marlins, starting in right field and batting seventh. And, we didn’t hear a thing about it. He singled three times in five at bats, and scored [...]
