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Buster Olney Recounts Bob Sheppard's Race to the Elevator
yanksblog.com — Before he was the ESPN personality, Buster Olney was a Yankees beat writer from 1998-2001. In light... of Bob Sheppard stepping away from mic, Olney shared an interesting story on his blog about how Sheppard and former team organist Eddie Layton woul... (more) Buster Olney Recounts Bob Sheppard's Race to the Elevator
Former Yankees McGriff, Ventura and Zeile Join Mattingly, Raines and Smith on 2010 Hall of Fame ...
yanksblog.com — The AP reports on the 2010 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot. It consists of 26 candidates and... the results will be announced on January 6. 15 of the 26 are new to the ballot, including former Yankees Fred McGriff (never played in the majors in New Y... (more) Former Yankees McGriff, Ventura and Zeile Join ...
Source: Halladay Willing to Waive No-Trade Clause for Yankees
yanksblog.com — Bob Elliott of the Toronto Sun reports that, according to a major league executive, Roy Halladay would... be willing to waive his no-trade clause to play for the Yankees, if a trade can be worked out with the Blue Jays. Meanwhile, ESPN's Buster Olney... (more) Source: Halladay Willing to Waive No-Trade Clause for ...
Kevin Towers to Meet with Yankees to Discuss Advisory Role
yanksblog.com — Ken Davidoff reports that former Padres general manager Kevin Towers will meet with the Yankees, as well... as the Mets, Red Sox and Mariners, during the winter meetings in Indianapolis. A friend of Brian Cashman, Towers is looking to join a club in ... (more) Kevin Towers to Meet with Yankees to Discuss Advisory Role
Bob Sheppard: "I Have No Plans of Coming Back"
yanksblog.com — In April of 2006, Bob Sheppard's streak of 55 consecutive home openers as the Yankees public address... announcer came to an end. But, he got back to work and was at his regular post for 2006 and almost all of 2007. An infection led to his missing of... (more) Bob Sheppard: "I Have No Plans of Coming Back"
Stove Notes: Shelley Duncan the Free Agent, Jon Weber, Roster Moves and More
yanksblog.com — Duncan Elects for Free Agency: MLB.com's Bryan Hoch reports that after being outrighted to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, Shelley... Duncan has elected to become a free agent. Good luck, Shelley. Cashman Talking to Yanks FAs First: Brian Cashman ... (more) Stove Notes: Shelley Duncan the Free Agent, Jon Weber, ...
Yankees Sign Dominican Prospect
yanksblog.com — The Yankees have signed Dominican center fielder Eladio Moronta, according to LoHud's Sam Borden. According to Borden,... Moronta was previously suspended by MLB for lying about his age. Mike Axisa over at River Ave Blues goes into a little more ... (more) Yankees Sign Dominican Prospect
Mauer Wins MVP; Teixeira 2nd, Jeter 3rd
yanksblog.com — As expected, Twins catcher Joe Mauer was voted the American League's Most Valuable Player for this season.... Mauer received all but one first place vote (Miguel Cabrera of the Tigers received the other) for a total of 387 points. Mark Teixeira and D... (more) Mauer Wins MVP; Teixeira 2nd, Jeter 3rd
Heyman: Yankees Call Blue Jays About Roy Halladay
yanksblog.com — SI.com's Jon Heyman reports that the Yankees "recently" called the Blue Jays to make sure that they... knew the Yankees were interested in their ace, Roy Halladay. According to Heyman, they did the same thing last Summer and, at that time, Toront... (more) Heyman: Yankees Call Blue Jays About Roy Halladay
Girardi Finishes Third as Scioscia Named AL Manager of the Year
yanksblog.com — MLB.com's Lyle Spencer reports that Mike Scioscia of the Angels has been named the 2009 American League... Manager of the Year. With 106 points, Scioscia finished ahead of Ron Gardenhire of the Twins (72), Joe Girardi (34), Don Wakamatsu of the Marin... (more) Girardi Finishes Third as Scioscia Named AL Manager of ...
Notes: Joba Speaks on Role, Kennedy Finishes in Fall League and Hoch Goes Fantasy Camping
yanksblog.com — Joba's Flexible: MLB.com's Anthony DiComo Dan Martin of the Post both spoke with Joba Chamberlain about his... role on the team during a charity outing. In summary: he's going to do what he can to get Pettitte to come back, he's feeling great and is ... (more) Notes: Joba Speaks on Role, Kennedy Finishes in Fall ...
Sources: Blue Jays Open to Negotiating Window in Roy Halladay
yanksblog.com — MLB.com's Jordan Bastian has learned that the Blue Jays are open to granting any potential Roy Halladay... suitor a negotiating window with the starter. This would allow a team to come to terms on a long term deal with him before completing a trade, ... (more) Sources: Blue Jays Open to Negotiating Window in Roy ...
Baseball America Lists Yankees Minor League Free Agents
yanksblog.com — Baseball America's Matt Eddy reports that, on November 9, Major League Baseball granted free agency to 536... minor leaguers. This included 17 Yankees, RHP: Paul Bush (AA), Michael Gardner++ (AA), Justin Pope++ (AA), Humberto Sanchez (AAA), Jay St... (more) Baseball America Lists Yankees Minor League Free Agents
Video: 2009 World Series Game 6 Time-Lapse
yanksblog.com — Photographer Robert Caplin put together this video featuring over 5,000 images taken during the final game of... the World Series. World Series Time-Lapse by Robert Caplin from Robert Caplin on Vimeo. Via Alex. (more) Video: 2009 World Series Game 6 Time-Lapse
Stove Notes: Yankees Decline Mitre's Option and Lackey Could Get Zito Type Deal
yanksblog.com — Mitre's 2010 Option Declined: Sergio Mitre's 1 year, $1.25 million dollar option has been declined by the... Yankees. He's still under team control, is arbitration eligible and expected back. Barry Lackey: George A. King III of the Post has a num... (more) Stove Notes: Yankees Decline Mitre's Option and Lackey ...
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