Tuesday, May 13th, 2008

No Country For Old Men | Goose Has Harsh Words For Joba

By Jeff Z on May 13th, 2008 1:59 PM
No Country For Old Men | Goose Has Harsh Words For Joba

The fist pump. It’s been talked about ad nauseam on talk radio since the start of the season. Yanks’ reliever Joba Chamberlain seems to have taken the celebratory first pump to a whole new level, bringing it out of the ninth inning and transplanting it into the 8th, adding a little spin, and …

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Nelson Peeved At Nats’ Girlie Antics

By gozer on May 13th, 2008 1:16 PM
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Nelson Peeved At Nats' Girlie Antics

Nelson Figueroa’s spot in the rotation may be on life support, but not for lack of competitive fire. The Figman allowed 6 runs in 5 innings of work last night and has raised his ERA from a mediocre 4.08 to a hideous 5.12 in the course …

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Monday, May 12th, 2008

Updates on A-Rod and Kennedy

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 12th, 2008 7:57 PM
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Updates on A-Rod and Kennedy

The Yankees were hoping to get Alex Rodriguez back this week. Just in time for the Subway Series this weekend but that isn’t going to happen.

The MRI A-Rod took showed some progress but it wasn’t enought to get him in rehab games like the Yankees had hoped.

“We can’t afford to have …

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The Series Ahead: Tampa Bay

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 12th, 2008 3:50 PM
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The Series Ahead: Tampa Bay

Tonight - 7:10 p.m., YES
Andy Pettitte - LHP (3-3, 3.77 ERA) vs. Matt Garza - RHP (1-1, 4.91 ERA)

Tomorrow - 7:10 p.m., YES
Chien-Ming Wang - RHP (6-1, 3.12 ERA) vs. Edwin Jackson - RHP (2-3, 4.04 ERA)

Wednesday - 7:10 p.m., YES
Mike Mussina - RHP (5-3, 4.36 ERA) vs. James Shields - …

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Delgado’s Agent On Crazy Pills

By Jeff Z on May 12th, 2008 1:15 PM
Delgado's Agent On Crazy Pills

The Star-Ledger’s Dan Graziano provides us a glimpse into the surreal on his blog, where he details an email exchange he recently had with agent to the stars David Sloane.

The point of contention seemed to be a note that Graziano had included in a recent published report concerning Sloane client Carlos Delgado. …

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Saturday, May 10th, 2008

Igawa Bombs In Detriot

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 10th, 2008 7:47 AM
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Igawa Bombs In Detriot

Kei Igawa is NO GOOD! It’s that plain and simple. He gave up six runs on eleven hits in three-plus innings. I’m not sure if Ian Kennedy would’ve done any better but I’m going to say at least he would’ve lasted until the fifth inning.

I’m sure many Yankee fans share my frustration. Manager Joe Girardi …

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Friday, May 9th, 2008

David Wells Bronx Bound?

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 9th, 2008 11:38 AM
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 David Wells Bronx Bound?

Is it possible to see David Wells come back to Yankee Stadium one more time? According to the NY Post,Wells wants to come back and Hank Steinbrenner is a fan of his.

Wells went unsigned over the winter but continues to throw to his son’s high school baseball team to keep in shape.

“I’m in shape, …

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Thursday, May 8th, 2008

Pagan to Miss DL, Day-to-Day

By J Platt on May 8th, 2008 10:41 PM
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Pagan to Miss DL, Day-to-Day

The Mets suffered a scary moment on Wednesday when outfielder Angel Pagan went over the side wall at Dodger Stadium. Pagan chased down a foul ball, and after he caught it, his momentum carried him over the wall, jarring his left shoulder on a seat.

Pagan remained in the game, and drove …

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On the Farm – May 8th

By J Platt on May 8th, 2008 9:15 PM
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On the Farm – May 8th

Every Thursday, here on Hot Stove New York, we will take a look at Mets of the future, and how they are fairing in their respective minor league seasons.

One time top prospect Mike Carp has gotten lost in the shuffle. After taking the Florida State League by storm in 2006 (.286/17/87), …

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Wednesday, May 7th, 2008

Kennedy Tosses 1-Hitter In AAA

By Rob Abruzzese on May 7th, 2008 2:21 PM
Kennedy Tosses 1-Hitter In AAA

When Ian Kennedy was demoted to triple-A the Yankees told him that his return was entirely up to him. Pitch well and his minor league stint could be as little as two starts, but if you stumble it could be as many as 15.

Last night Kennedy he prefers to keep his stay in Scranton …

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Joba Drools!

By gozer on May 7th, 2008 11:54 AM
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Joba Drools!

“Stunned disbelief” is how the Daily News’ Mark Feinsand described the Yankee Stadium crowd last night following David Dellucci’s 3-run homer off Joba Chamberlain in the 8th inning of the Yanks’ 5-3 loss.

On his blog, Feinsand goes on to chide the Yankee fan for their reaction, writing …

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Tuesday, May 6th, 2008

Yanks Hope Hot Bats Continue Against Indians

By In The Dirt on May 6th, 2008 4:27 PM
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Yanks Hope Hot Bats Continue Against Indians

Fresh off a sweep of the Seattle Mariners, the Yankees are gearing up for a three game series against the Cleveland Indians at Yankee Stadium.

They’ll also be getting a break for their so-called Youth Movement as Andy Pettitte (3-3), Chien-Ming Wang (6-0), and Mike Mussina (4-3) are …

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Sunday, May 4th, 2008

Yanks Complete Sweep Thanks to Rasner and Offense

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 4th, 2008 7:21 PM
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Yanks Complete Sweep Thanks to Rasner and Offense

After getting swept by the Detriot Tigers in the middle of the week, the Yankees responded with their own three game sweep of the Seattle Mariners this weekend.

“It’s been kind of streaky,” Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. “I’d like to shorten one streak and lengthen another.”

The Yankee offense which was quiet for much of the …

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Kennedy Demoted to AAA

By Rob Abruzzese on May 4th, 2008 12:20 PM
Kennedy Demoted to AAA

A couple of days ago the Yankees lost one young prospect from their rotation and today they’ve lost another as they optioned Ian Kennedy to triple-A.

The Yankees had high hopes for Kennedy coming into this year, but they certainly knew there was a possibility for growing pains. …

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Wagner to Retire after 2009???

By J Platt on May 4th, 2008 9:35 AM
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Wagner to Retire after 2009???

Billy Wagner hasn’t always been a fan favorite in the New York. His outspoken ways, coupled with blown saves have caused the fans to come down on the Amazin’s closer, but he’s taken it all in stride. Today’s Post has an in-depth interview with Wagner has he sat down with writer …

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Saturday, May 3rd, 2008

Mussina Enjoying Great Season, Just Not Against Boston

By Rob Abruzzese on May 3rd, 2008 7:51 PM
Mussina Enjoying Great Season, Just Not Against Boston

The Yankees beat the Seattle Mariners 6-1 behind a strong performance by Mike Mussina Saturday at the stadium.

It was just another great pitching performance by Mussina who has raked up great performances this season nearly every time he goes out to the mound. Nearly every time …

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Wang Improves To 6-0

By Rob Abruzzese on May 3rd, 2008 11:34 AM
Wang Improves To 6-0

While the Yankee’s young pitchers struggle it is important for the veteran starters to stabilize the rotation and so far Chien-Ming Wang couldn’t be better.

Wang, who owns the Seattle Mariners, went out and beat them again last night to improve to 6-0 this year. In six …

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Friday, May 2nd, 2008

No Surgery For Posada|Will Miss 5 Weeks

By Rob Abruzzese on May 2nd, 2008 9:57 PM
No Surgery For Posada|Will Miss 5 Weeks

Jorge Posada will not need surgery after all, but will miss at least five weeks while he allows his shoulder to rest.

“I thought I was going to have to get surgery. We’re going to look at that option probably after the season,” …

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Yanks Need Patience With Hughes & Kennedy

By Rob Abruzzese on May 2nd, 2008 8:31 PM
Yanks Need Patience With Hughes & Kennedy

When the Yankees balked at the Minnesota Twin’s asking price for Johan Santana this off-season they were making a commitment to their young pitchers.

A rough April has left many fans and Hank Steinbrenner wondering if that was the right move. …

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Not Again! Kennedy Ineffective, Yanks Lose

By Frank Negron Jr. on May 2nd, 2008 5:30 AM
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Not Again! Kennedy Ineffective, Yanks Lose

These are NOT your New York Yankees playing out there. It can’t be. They look like the Yankees, but sure aren’t playing like them. If you saw last night’s 8-4 loss to the Detriot Tigers then you know what I’m talking about.

Ian Kennedy pitched well through the first 2.2 innings, then gave up four runs …

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Thursday, May 1st, 2008

Breaking: Hughes Has Fractured Rib

By gozer on May 1st, 2008 4:33 PM
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Breaking: Hughes Has Fractured Rib

According to Yankees manager Joe Girardi on his weekly radio spot with Mike and the Mad Dog, an MRI today revealed that Phil Hughes’ “strained oblique” is actually something much worse.

Hughes has a stress fracture in his ninth rib and will be shut down for four weeks while the injury heals. …

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Arod’s Eagerness Costs Yankees

By Rob Abruzzese on May 1st, 2008 9:30 AM
Arod's Eagerness Costs Yankees

Alex Rodriguez admitted last night that it was a mistake coming back from his initial injury last week and that has caused him to land on the DL for the first time since 2000.

Rodriguez injured himself after an April 20 game against Baltimore running out a double play ball. …

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