Fmr. Yankees pitcher Mussina, NYC Mayor Bloomberg cheer on Staten Island at LLWSAugust 22nd, 2009 Mussina, NYC Mayor Bloomberg, cheer on NY at LLWSSOUTH WILLIAMSPORT, Pa. — The Little Leaguers from Staten Island, N.Y., drew some notable names Friday to their World Series opener.
NY Yankees trying to block subpoena for team business records, warn of $5M cost to taxpayersJune 1st, 2009 NY Yankees: Subpoena will cost more than $5MALBANY, N.Y. — New York Yankees officials said Monday that taxpayers would face more than $5 million in document costs if the team is forced to provide internal records sought by lawmakers looking into public financing of the club's new stadium.
No pricey ticket, no pregame autographs at new Yankee StadiumMay 13th, 2009 No change to BP ticket policy at Yankee StadiumNEW YORK — Those empty seats near the field at the new Yankee Stadium are likely to remain unfilled — especially during batting practice. Yankees chief operating officer Lonn Trost said Tuesday no changes were planned to the policy preventing fans with tickets in other parts of the stadium from getting close to the field during BP.
Alex Rodriguez returns to Yankees, hits 3-run homer on 1st pitchMay 9th, 2009 Rodriguez homers on 1st pitch in season debutBALTIMORE — Alex Rodriguez got right back into the swing for the New York Yankees, hitting a home run in his first at-bat. Rodriguez hit a three-run homer Friday night on the first pitch he saw from Baltimore's Jeremy Guthrie.
Alex Rodriguez returns to Yankees, hits 3-run homer on 1st pitch in first at-batMay 9th, 2009 Yanks' A-Rod homers on 1st pitch in season debutBALTIMORE — Alex Rodriguez got right back into the swing for the New York Yankees, hitting a home run in his first at-bat. Rodriguez hit a three-run homer Friday night on the first pitch he saw from Baltimore's Jeremy Guthrie.
Yankees add veteran pitcher Tomko to shaky bullpen; he had 0.64 ERA in Triple-AMay 9th, 2009 Yankees add RHP Tomko; send Robertson to minorsBALTIMORE — The New York Yankees purchased the contract of right-hander Brett Tomko from Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes Barre before Saturday's game at Baltimore. Tomko, who pitched for Kansas City and San Diego last year, signed a minor league contract with New York in February.
Rodriguez returns in style, homers on first pitch to carry Yankees over Orioles 4-0May 9th, 2009 Rodriguez, Sabathia lead Yankees over Orioles 4-0BALTIMORE — Alex Rodriguez announced his return to the Yankees by hitting a three-run homer on the first pitch of his late-starting season, CC Sabathia pitched a four-hitter and New York ended a five-game losing streak by defeating the Baltimore Orioles 4-0 Friday night. Tormented by stories of his steroid use and slowed by hip surgery that forced him to begin the season on the disabled list, Rodriguez could finally turn his attention toward playing baseball when he stepped to the plate in the first inning against Jeremy Guthrie (2-3).
Alex Rodriguez ready to make season debut to help reeling YankeesMay 9th, 2009 A-Rod ready to help reeling YankeesBALTIMORE — Alex Rodriguez says he's focused on helping the New York Yankees regain their winning ways, rather than making up for mistakes in his past. The All-Star third baseman came off the disabled list Friday and rejoined the Yankees in Baltimore.
Joe Girardi ejected during first Red Sox game at new Yankee StadiumMay 5th, 2009 Girardi ejected against Red SoxNEW YORK — Joe Girardi failed to make it to the end of his team's first game against the Boston Red Sox at the new Yankee Stadium. The Yankees manager was ejected by plate umpire Jerry Meals with two outs in the bottom of the fifth inning of Monday night's 6-4 loss when he came out and argued following a called third strike against Derek Jeter.
Bryant reclaims top spot in list of NBA's most popular jerseysApril 30th, 2009 Bryant again has NBA's most popular jerseyNEW YORK — Kobe Bryant is back on top of the NBA — in jersey sales. Bryant's Los Angeles Lakers jersey was the top seller this season at the NBA Store and its Web site, the league announced Thursday.
Yankees' Swisher hits 2 homers and Chamberlain gives up only 1 run in 8-6 win vs. TigersApril 30th, 2009 Swisher & Chamberlain help Yanks beat Tigs 8-6DETROIT — The New York Yankees might've found their groove in the Motor City. Nick Swisher hit two homers and Joba Chamberlain gave up a run in seven innings, leading the New York Yankees to an 8-6 win over the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday night.
Rag trade: Buy Major League Baseball replica jersey, get 2 ticketsApril 29th, 2009 Rag trade: Buy replica jersey, get 2 ticketsNEW YORK — Major League Baseball has a new rag trade promotion: Buy a replica jersey this season and receive two tickets. Twenty-five of the 30 teams are participating in the ticket promotion, baseball spokesman Jeff Heckelman said Wednesday.
New York Yankees cut some premium ticket prices because of empty seats at new stadiumApril 28th, 2009 Empty seats make Yankees cut some premium pricesNEW YORK — Turns out a few more fans might be able to buy those empty front-row seats at Yankee Stadium. The New York Yankees slashed prices on more than 40 percent of their front-row seats by up to 50 percent Tuesday and announced many of those who bought tickets closest to the field for $325-$2,500 will be eligible for additional free seats.
Touchy subject: Yankees president kicks Major League Soccer after ticket remarkApril 25th, 2009 Touchy subject: Yanks kick MLS after ticket remarkNEW YORK — Mention those empty seats at Yankee Stadium at your own risk. Don Garber did.
Forbes: 10 Major League Baseball teams decline in value, Yankees increase to $1.5 billionApril 23rd, 2009 Forbes: 10 MLB teams decline in valueNEW YORK — One-third of Major League Baseball teams declined in value over the past year while the New York Yankees' worth increased 15 percent to $1.5 billion, according to the annual estimates by Forbes magazine. The Washington Nationals took the biggest hit during the recession, down 12 percent to $406 million.
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