Blog Profile / Sliding Into Home
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| Archived Since: | February 17, 2008 | |
Blog Post Archive
Damon Wants To Come Back To The Bronx
From Andrew Marchand:With Curtis Granderson out until May, ex-New York Yankee Johnny Damon has a message for his former team -- give me a call. Speaking on ESPN New York 98.7 FM's Michael Kay Show, Damon said he is willing to play just...Show More Summary
Oh no, not this again: Joba Thinks He Can Start
From Mark Feinsand's Sulia:"This is probably going to spark a bunch of stuff and (Yankees PR director Jason) Zillo is going to be mad at me, but it’s one of those things where it’s like, do you think you have the capability to start? Yes. Show More Summary
Granderson Breaks Forearm, Out 10 Weeks
Your browser does not support iframes. That pitch will fractured Granderson's forearm and he will miss 10 weeks, leaving the Yankees with a hole in their outfield until at least May. Here's some more of who might fill that hole from Chad Jennings:The Yankees have veterans Matt Diaz and Juan Rivera in camp. Show More Summary
Teixeira Feeling Good About the Team and His Health
From Mark Feinsand:"I really feel good about our team this year," Teixeira said. "It's actually fun when everyone else counts you out because it kind of makes guys want it a little bit more. Every year we want it, but this year especially, it's going to be even more of a challenge. Show More Summary
Jeter Press Conference Video
Here's some video from today's press conference: Your browser does not support iframes. Also, here is another video from ESPN of Buster Olney talking about how important his health is to this year's Yankees: For more highlights from today's presser, check out this post from Chad Jennings.
Youkilis: "I'll always be a Red Sox"
I get why he's saying this, or at least what he means by it, but this isn't the best way to introduce yourself to Yankees fans.
Romine Ready To Show Yanks What He Can Do
From Chad Jennings:Austin Romine is well aware that last season’s back injury cost him valuable playing time, and he knows the Yankees have said he’s likely to open this season back in the minors. Way he sees it, that means this spring is just like last spring. “Every year I’m coming in, and I’m trying to be on the team,” he said. Show More Summary
CC Relieved To Be Healthy This Spring
From Chad Jennings:CC Sabathia always seemed to think he could pitch last season. He went on the disabled list twice, and he through some underwhelming stretches, but Sabathia has a bulldog reputation, and he did his best to live up to it. Show More Summary
A-Rod Won't Be Rehabbing In Tampa
From Andy McCullough:The specter of Alex Rodriguez may loom over the Yankees as they begin spring training. But Rodriguez himself will not be in the presence of his teammates any time in the near future. Rodriguez will continue his recovery...Show More Summary
Jeter Cleared To Do Everything
From Dan Martin:Derek Jeter ran on Monday for the first time since his October ankle surgery and says he has the go-ahead for all further baseball activity. ... "I've gotten the OK to do everything," Jeter said. "I haven't been using my legs so I have to get used to using them." Good to see Jeter progressing nicely. Show More Summary
Schilling: Members of Red Sox organization encouraged me to use PEDs
From WEEI:Curt Schilling, in a Wednesday interview on ESPN Radio, said toward the end of his tenure with the Red Sox he was encouraged to use performance-enhancing drugs by “members of the organization.” “At the end of my career, inShow More Summary
How about some news about the only 3rd baseman on the roster who's healthy?
There were several stories around the interwebs in recent days on another Yankees third basemen, Kevin Youkilis, discussing various topics ranging from his batting stance, his relationship with Joba Chamberlain, and his Judaism. First,...Show More Summary
A-Rod: Everyone is just out to get me
From the NY Daily News:Alex Rodriguez is taking his wildest swing yet in his fight against steroid allegations: The Yankees and MLB are conspiring to push him out of the game. Sources say the embattled Yankee star is “scared” that bigger forces are at work to try to discredit him and sink his career. Show More Summary
Yankees Officially Sign Travis Hafner
From Yankees.com: The Yankees on Friday finalized a one-year contract with free-agent slugger Travis Hafner, who is expected to help fill the club's designated hitter slot for the 2013 season. Hafner, 35, batted.228 with 12 home runs and 34 RBIs in 64 games for the Indians last season. Show More Summary
ESPN: Bosch Injected A-Rod With HGH
From T.J. Quinn:The texts, the source said, usually came late at night, telling Anthony Bosch to come to the house. Bosch would then head to the waterfront mansion on Biscayne Bay, through the gate on North Bay Road, to inject performance-enhancing...Show More Summary
Yankees Announce Invites Spring Training
Here's the list via Yankees.com: Pitchers (20): RHP Corey Black, LHP Juan Cedeno, RHP Preston Claiborne, RHP Matt Daley, RHP Shane Greene, RHP Nick Goody, RHP David Herndon, RHP Tom Kahnle, RHP Jim Miller, RHP Bryan Mitchell, RHP Mark...Show More Summary
Report: A-Rod May Be Done
From the NY Daily News:Alex Rodriguez is unlikely to ever wear the pinstripes again, sources familiar with the Yankees’ situation with their troubled third baseman told the Daily News, no matter what happens regarding new allegations...Show More Summary
Rumor: Yankees May Be Close To Deal With Travis Hafner
Pronk, who hasn't been able to stay healthy since 2007, only played 66 games for the Tribe last season, hitting.228/.346./.438 with 12 HR and 34 RBI. If healthy, he could be a cheap and decent option at DH.
A-Rod Linked To Recent PED Use, Denies Everything
From Andrew Marchand:The Miami New Times, in a long investigative piece, has details that suggest Rodriguez had close ties with Anthony Bosch, a South Florida nutritionist. The story says Rodriguez has made PED transactions as recently as during the 2012 season. ... Bosch has been under suspicion for a long time. Show More Summary
Rosenthal: Pettitte Will Not Pitch in the WBC
From Ken Rosenthal:Though Andy Pettitte has been known to change his mind, he will not participate in the World Baseball Classic, according to major league sources. The news is not exactly a surprise, considering that Pettitte is 40Show More Summary