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Alex Rodriguez
Derek Jeter
Mark Teiteira
AJ Burnett
CC Sabathia
Mariano Rivera
Jorge Posada
Johnny Damon
Hideki Matsui
Xavier Nady
Robinson Cano
Andy Pettitte
Nick Swisher
Chien-Ming Wang
Damaso Marte
Jose Molina
Melky Cabrera
Brian Bruney
Cody Ransom
Jose Veras
Joba Chamberlain
Edwar Ramirez
Brett Gardner
Phil Coke
Jonathan Albaladejo
Ramiro Pena
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33,000,000
21,600,000
20,625,000
16,500,000
15,285,714
15,000,000
13,100,000
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455,100
432,975
432,575
422,450
414,000
403,300
403,075
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Andy Pettitte
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Joba Chamberlain
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| TEAM CAPTAINS |
1. Hal Chase
1912
2. Roger Peckinpaugh 1914-1921
3. Babe Ruth
1922
4. Everett Scott
1922-1925
5. Lou Gehrig
1935-1941
6. Thurman Munson 1976-1979
7. Graig Nettles
1982-1984
8. Willie Randolph
1986-1989
9. Ron Guidry
1986-1989
10. Don Mattingly 1991-1995
11. Derek Jeter
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| Saturday, May 30, 2009 |
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Another win and sole possession of first place, but at a cost |
The Yanks dumped the Tribe behind 5+ shutout innings by Pettitte, but he had to leave the game in the 6th due to back stiffness. Fortunately, the bullpen picked up where Andy left off. Alfredo Aceves came in and threw 3 shutout innings (3 IP, 0 R, 1 H, 0 BB, 3 K), followed by vintage Mariano, who got the save. This was the 58th (and MLB record-breaking) time that any starter and closer combined for a win and save.
As for other injury news, Posada came back and had a nice game to prove that he is healthy, and Melky is expected to return after the Cleveland series this weekend.
Today, CC returns to face his former team.Labels: Aceves, Cabrera, Injuries, Pettitte, Pitching, Posada, Rivera, Winning |
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| Saturday, May 02, 2009 |
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Playing with a little heart |
| Last night's comeback was fun to watch. Pettitte labored through 5 2/3rds innings, and quickly went from being one out away from bringing his shutout into the 6th inning to leaving the game in the 6th and being charged with 5 runs. It was an abrupt collapse. But the offense had his back. They responded to being down by 6 runs in the 8th by scoring four runs and then followed with two runs in the 9th capped by a walk-off two-run single by Posada. Most impressive was the fact that the six runs were scored mostly by playing small ball - walks, timely singles and sacrifice flies and well-placed ground balls. I hope this is a sign of things to come. Labels: comeback, Pettitte, Posada, small ball, walk-off, Winning |
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| Wednesday, July 30, 2008 |
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Yanks trade Farnsworth for Pudge |
Today the Yanks traded Kyle Farnsworth to Detroit for Ivan Rodriguez. All day I've heard about what a career that Rodriguez has had. The typical rant goes something like this: Ivan Rodriguez has played in14-all star games, won 13 Gold Gloves, has hit almost 300 career home runs and has over 2500 career hits. Also, over the years he has thrown out a massive number of runners due to his cannon of an arm. I can't disagree with any of this. It's all true. It's also true that Ivan Rodriguez turns 37 years old this November. It's also true that he's on pace to hit 8 home runs this season (which would leave him with 3 left to hit). It's also true that he has not hit over .300 for four years.
It can be argued that the Yankees did the smart thing when they traded Kyle Farnsworth at the peak of his value. He had certainly struggled in recent seasons in the Bronx, and only recently had he began to show signs of the dominant pitcher he was in Detroit and Atlanta. Previous to his most recent performance against Baltimore, Farnsworth had given up only 2 runs in his last 17 appearances. He was part of a bullpen that has collectively been dominant over the last 6 to 8 weeks. So, considering the fact that the Yanks managed to trade him during what might have been the two best months of his 2 1/2 years in New York and the fact that they have several other strong relievers such as Ramirez, Veras, Robertson and Rivera, there is some logic to dealing him. But why give him away for a player who was once great but going steadily down hill. Jorge Posada underwent surgery today and that probably could not be avoided. He will certainly be out for the rest of 2008. That leaves Jose Molina and Chad Moeller. Molina has not had a hot bat since he came to New York, however he has demonstrated that he has such a strong arm that almost any runner will think twice about stealing when he is behind the plate. He appears to call a good game and is a solid defender, not allowing an extraordinary number of passed balls. I won't defend Chad Moeller's defense or offense, but he is a back-up catcher for a reason.
So I have to ask the obvious question: What have you gained with Ivan Rodriguez? You've certainly upgraded the offense from the catcher's position as Molina is hitting .226 to Rodriguez's .290 and despite the fact that Rodriguez has only squeezed out 5 home runs so far this season, that's 5 more than Molina has managed to hit. However, I can't see a major change to the defense. So the net gain is the Yankees have gained 8 home runs and .066 batting average points over a season. Now consider the fact that about 24 hours ago, Mark Teixeira was still available. The 28-year old first baseman has proven that you can expect him to hit 40 homeruns and .290 out of him, along with a solid glove at first base (is the stache reading this?) The Angels managed to lure Teixeira away from Atlanta with a mediocre first baseman and an unproven pitching prospect. I have to believe that Atlanta would have taken Farnsworth back along with a second tier prospect or two for Teixeira. Call me crazy.Labels: Catcher, Farnsworth, I-Rod, Molina, Offense, Pitching, Posada, Trade |
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| Monday, July 28, 2008 |
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Posada to move forward with surgery |
| Jorge Posada is shutting it down for the season. He has decided to go ahead with his season-ending shoulder surgery after contemplating an attempt at rehabilitation in order to help the Yanks make a push for the playoffs. As Jose Molina has stepped up with a solid defense and Brian Cashman went out to acquire an additional bat in Xavier Nady, Posada as been freed up to go under the knife. There is no doubt that the most pressing argument to go ahead with surgery now vice waiting for the end of the season is the fact that the surgery will likely take 6 to 8 months to heal, and this will mean that every day that Posada waits, he will miss another day in the 2009 season. A healthy Posada would be able to make a meaningful contribution to the team, but an injured Posada delaying the inevitable does not help at all. We can only hope that he returns as good as he was when he left. Labels: Cashman, Catcher, Injuries, Molina, Posada, Surgery |
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| Thursday, July 24, 2008 |
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Yanks seeking Pudge? |
| The Yankees may be looking to acquire Ivan Rodriguez due to the fact that Posada has probably seen his last days behind the plate for the year. Whatever the decision, I hope Cashman is cautious with whatever move he makes and continues to hold a tight grip on the organization's prospects. The 36-year old Rodriguez has not hit over .300 since 2004 and has not hit more than 20 homeruns in a season since 2001. I will concede that his defense is still superb, especially his ability to throw runners out. However, with Molina able to take Posada's spot, the Yankees already have one fine defensive catcher. Labels: Catcher, Molina, Posada, Trade |
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| Monday, June 02, 2008 |
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Posada to return this week |
| The Yankee lineup that, even without Jorge Posada, costs more than many other entire teams, has been struggling to score runs against some not-so-pitchers on some not-so-good teams so far this season. This is only one of many reasons that the return of Posada this week can only be good news to the Bombers. He also brings his ability to call a good game and handle each Yankee pitcher than takes the mound. His work ethic and overall attitude will also be an added benefit to a team that sometimes seems to be collectively playing in a fog. And with Joba beginning his new life as a major league starter, having Posada's experience and wisdom as his battery counterpart can only help his transition. Labels: Injuries, Joba, Offense, Pitching, Posada |
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| Sunday, December 02, 2007 |
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Twins looking for quite a bit in return for Santana |
| Apparently the Twins weren't so impressed when the Yanks added Phil Hughes to their package in offer for Johan Santana on Friday. Minnesota may have taken notice when Posada surprised some by making public statements in support of the need for the Yanks to trade for Santana. I have never nor will I ever doubt Posada's desire to win. I believe he is probably some distant cousin to Paul O'Neill and Scott Brosius, because he possesses the same tough-as-nails approach to the game. I wish they could clone him. Regardless of whether or not his statements have effected the Twins, talks look like they aren't going anywhere anytime soon. This, despite the dangling of Melky and Hughes. If this is true, Minnesota may be willing to wait and hold on to him until at least the middle of next season. Unfortunately, this is probably the best choice for the Yanks to make as the alternative is to sacrifice too much of the future for a man who has yet to go through the pressure cooker of NY media, NY fans, NY management and the expectations placed upon anyone who puts on the pinstripes. Labels: Pitching, Posada, Santana, Trade |
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| Tuesday, November 20, 2007 |
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Next Step: Pettitte |
| With Posada and Rivera now officially staying in the Bronx and A-Rod all but finished with his mega deal, the Yankees are taking the next logical step. They are turning their attention to Pettitte. With no worthwhile pitchers on the free agent market this offseason, they would be best advised to beg Andy to return and wait until the Twins decide if they are going to trade Santana. If they are going to take another real run at their twenty-seventh championship, they will need a significantly better rotation than they have had in the last seven years. Their starting rotation will have to be rebuilt either via home-grown talent, free-agent acquisitions, or the most likely scenario, all of the above. Labels: A-Rod, Pettitte, Pitching, Posada, Rivera, Santana |
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| Friday, November 16, 2007 |
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Heading in the right direction, but not quite there yet. |
| OK, so the A-Rod is looking all but done and Posada is right behind him. That’s great news, but there’s still work to be done. Apparently Mariano Rivera is looking the the fact that Alex Rodriguez will, with the current he is in the verge of signing, be signed and playing in pinstripes until the ripe old age of 42. The three-year deal that the Yankees have extended to Mo will expire when he is 41. Apparently he wants a fourth guaranteed year. I say, give it to him. I would bet a paycheck or two that at the age of 42, Mo will still be very effective. Besides, with all that he has given to this team, would it really be the worst thing in the world to overpay him a bit if he did begin to lose his effectiveness? Unfortunately, the word is that the Yankees are not going to budge on the length of the contract and this word came from the Boss himself. Even if the Mo is signed, the Yanks have a lot of work ahead of them in the pitching department. I think they would go a long way in solving their problems if they were to convince Pettitte to come back for at least another year and find a way to trade for Johan Santana. Maybe send Melky or Cano their way, along with a mediocre prospect or two. Labels: A-Rod, Contract negotiations, Pettitte, Posada, Rivera, Santana, The Boss |
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| Wednesday, November 14, 2007 |
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The interesting journey of rebuilding... |
The latest reports have Jorge Posada on the verge of accepting the record setting offer of $52.4 million for 4 years extended to him by the Yanks. This would make him the highest paid catcher in the history of baseball, deservedly so. The Yanks have also extended an offer of 3-years/$45 million to Rivera, which if he accepts, would make him the highest closer in the history of baseball. Again, I believe this is very much deserved. It's hard to make a case against either one of them getting that kind of salary. I am completely supportive of the relatively new Cashman strategy of not going out and buying overpaid and untested free-agents, however both of these two have more then earned their pinstripes and have proven they deserve all the money they can get. Posada will likely one day have his number retired in monument park, and Rivera will enjoy the same and is a guaranteed first-vote hall-of-famer. At this moment, Rivera is hesitating and we can only hope it is just a matter of time.
Apparently, the Yanks are also having "serious discussions" with Mike Lowell. Lowell may not be a bad solution for 3rd base. He has already proven that he can hit American League pitching, and furthermore he can do so in the clutch (i.e. 2007 World Series MVP). But, this may complicate things. I have to believe that if Lowell signs with the Yanks, Boston will have to make a strong push for A-Rod. Remember, this is the same A-Rod who was willing to restructure his salary (i.e. take a pay cut) to play in Boston just 4 years ago. This was before Boston had won 2 World Series Championships, so it is probably safe to say that his willingness to play in Boston could not have tapered off. Say what you want about A-Rod not being as much of a team player as he should, you just can't argue with 156 RBIs. And by the way, if you still aren't convinced, take a moment to reflect on a Boston lineup that has the names Manny, Big Papi and A-Rod in back-to-back-to-back positions. That's not even funny. However, the story doesn't end there. Yesterday, Hank Steinbrenner hinted that there may be some discussions between the Yankees and Scott Boras regarding A-Rod. Keep in mind that this may just be a strategy to keep his market price up, which will force any team who wants him (especially Boston) to pay absolute top dollar for him. The existence alone of such rumors is a benefit to both A-Rod and the Yankees whether he returns or not.Labels: A-Rod, Cashman, Posada, Rivera, Salaries |
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| Friday, August 24, 2007 |
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As goes Torre, so goes Posada, Mo, Pettitte and Clemens? |
| The New York Post is reporting that if this turns out to be Torre's last year (and it may very well be his last year if he doesn't bring a championship home), the Yankees may have difficulties bringing back Posada, Rivera, Pettitte and Clemens. I can live without Clemens. I realize he is a good friend to some of the guys like Pettitte, his competetive attitude is contagious and he serves as a mentor to some of the younger pitchers, but he is not worth $1 million per game to barely hold an ERA under 4. He isn't getting any younger and there is no reasonable argument to be made that his numbers are going to improve. However, it will be critical for the Yankees to resign Posada, Rivera and even Pettitte. The first two, Posada and Rivera, simply cannot be replaced. With all due respect to Jose Molina and Joba Chamberlain, the Yankees will lose games next year as a direct result of losing Rivera and/or Posada. They mean too much to the team. Pettitte is way too young to retire and too expereinced for the team to lose. He will be a key to any playoff run they make this year and for several years into the future. I have no idea if there is any truth to this story or the Post is just looking to stir the pot for a good story, but if it is true, the Boss better think twice about replacing Torre if they fail to win it all this year. Labels: Clemens, Pettitte, Posada, Rivera, Torre |
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CURRENT WEATHER AT THE GAME
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LAST UPDATED: 05/30/2009
ALL-TIME SAVES
LEADERS
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2.
3.
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Trevor Hoffman
Mariano Rivera
Lee
Smith
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SAVES
591
526
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Pete Rose
Ty Cobb
Hank Aaron
Stan Musial
Andre Dawson
Ken Griffey Jr.
Vada Pinson
Luke Appling
Derek Jeter
Willie Davis
Steve Finley
G. Van Haltren
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4,256
4,198
3,771
3,630
2,774
2,763
2,757
2,749
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Barry Bonds
Hank Aaron
Babe Ruth
Willie Mays
Ken Griffey Jr.
Sammy Sosa
Frank Robinson
Mark McGwire
Alex Rodriguez |
HR
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755
714
660
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| 26 WORLD SERIES TITLES |
1923 - 1927 - 1928 - 1932 - 1936 - 1937 - 1938 - 1939 - 1941 - 1943 - 1947 -
1949 - 1950 - 1951 - 1952 - 1953 - 1956 - 1958 - 1961 - 1962 - 1977 - 1978 -
1996 - 1998 - 1999 - 2000 - 2009
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| 16 RETIRED NUMBERS |
1 BILLY MARTIN
3 BABE RUTH
4 LOU GEHRIG
5 JOE DIMAGGIO
7 MICKEY MANTLE
8 YOGI BERRA
8 BILL DICKEY
9 ROGER MARIS
10 PHIL RIZZUTO
15 THURMAN MUNSON
16 WHITEY FORD
23 DON MATTINGLY
32 ELSTON HOWARD
37 CASEY STENGEL
44 REGGIE JACKSON
49 RON GUIDRY
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| 40 HALL OF FAMERS |
Frank Baker 1916-19, 1921-22
Yogi Berra 1946-63
Wade Boggs 1993-97
Roger Bresnahan 1901-02
Frank Chance 1913-14
Jack Chesbro 1903-09
Earle Combs 1924-35
Stan Coveleski 1928
Bill Dickey 1928-43, 1946
Joe DiMaggio 1936-42, 1946-51
Leo Durocher 1925, 1928-29
Whitey Ford 1950, 1953-67
Lou Gehrig 1923-39
Lefty Gomez 1930-42
Goose Gossage 1978-83, 1989
Clark Griffith 1903-07
Burleigh Grimes 1934
Ricky Henderson 1985-1989
Waite Hoyt 1921-30
Catfish Hunter 1975-79
Reggie Jackson 1977-81
Willie Keeler 1903-09
Joe Kelley 1902
Tony Lazzeri 1926-37
Mickey Mantle 1951-68
Joe McGinnity 1901-02
John McGraw 1901-02
Johnny Mize 1949-53
Phil Niekro 1984-85
Herb Pennock 1923-33
Gaylord Perry 1980
Branch Rickey 1907
Phil Rizzuto 1941-42, 1946-56
Wilbert Robinson 1901-02
Red Ruffing 1930-42, 1945-46
Babe Ruth 1920-34
Joe Sewell 1931-33
Enos Slaughter 1954-55, 1956-59
Dazzy Vance 1915, 1918
Paul Waner 1944-45
Dave Winfield 1981-88, 1990
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