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Yankees Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Wed, 14 May 2008 03:55:01 PDT

The Yankees offense hasn't been able to make up for the disabled-list stints of Alex Rodriguez and Jorge Posada. Combined, they drove in 246 runs last year and 22 runs before they were injured this season.

Early June is the target for Posada's return. Rodriguez said he hopes to be back in the lineup Tuesday against Baltimore.

"You miss him. It's a huge bat against left-handers, against right-handers, all the time," manager Joe Girardi said of Rodriguez. "Those guys aren't replaceable, but you've got to find a way to get it done. Other guys have to pick up the slack."

After Tuesday's 2-1 loss, Girardi is still waiting. "We're not taking advantage of our opportunities when we get them."

The Yankees are now 0-9 with runners in scoring position dating back to the...

Baseball Today (AP)

Wed, 14 May 2008 02:37:00 PDT

Surprise: Tampa Bay is in first place in the AL East (AP)

Wed, 14 May 2008 01:07:55 PDT

It's not a mistake in the standings. The Tampa Bay Rays are leading the American League East. Tampa Bay has won six straight and 11 in a row at home. Sure it's only mid-May, but the Rays are off to the best start in franchise history and enjoying every minute of it. "It's great to be here, and a big part of it is the confidence derived from it," said Tampa Bay manager Joe Maddon after the Rays 2-1...

Gross singles in 11th, Rays beat Yankees (AP)

Tue, 13 May 2008 21:03:39 PDT

Six straight wins. Eleven in a row at home. First place in the AL East. The Tampa Bay Rays realize it's only mid-May, but they're having a ball during the best start in franchise history. "I've been around a long time. It's early, but I love the way we're doing it by not giving in to anyone," veteran closer Troy Percival said Tuesday night after Gabe Gross singled with no outs in the 11th inning to...

Gossage and Chamberlain talk about Goose's comments (AP)

Tue, 13 May 2008 18:41:58 PDT

Joba Chamberlain plans to remain the same on the mound. The Yankees' setup man and Hall of Famer Rich "Goose" Gossage spoke on the phone Tuesday, one day after the former closer took issue with some of the rookie right-hander's antics on the field, including fist-pumping after a strikeout. "He called me and he said what he said," Chamberlain said before Tuesday night's game against Tampa Bay.

Alex Rodriguez aims to rejoin Yankees next week (AP)

Tue, 13 May 2008 16:37:48 PDT

Injured Alex Rodriguez is hoping to rejoin the New York Yankees early next week. "We're aiming for Tuesday at home," Rodriguez said after working out at the team's minor league complex. "You've got to be smart, so it's a good way to go." The All-Star third baseman is on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right quadriceps.

Yanks recall Kennedy; will start Thursday vs. Rays (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 13 May 2008 09:30:44 PDT

As bad as Ian Kennedy was during the first month of the season, the New York Yankees have decided that he can't...

A-Rod will miss Subway Series (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 13 May 2008 06:11:52 PDT

The New York Yankees had hoped to get Alex Rodriguez back for this weekend's Subway Series showdown against the...

Garza outpitches Pettitte, Rays beat Yankees (AP)

Mon, 12 May 2008 20:40:06 PDT

Count Derek Jeter among those who are impressed with the improving Tampa Bay Rays. "They're playing well," the New York captain said Monday night after the Rays beat the Yankees 7-1 for their fifth consecutive victory, pulling within a half-game of first-place Boston in the AL East. "The biggest difference with them is it looks like they've got a lot more confidence.

Rodriguez to miss rest of week (PA SportsTicker)

Mon, 12 May 2008 16:13:04 PDT

The return of New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez was pushed back further Monday as the team announced he will miss the remainder of the week.

Report: Kennedy to start against Mets (PA SportsTicker)

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:13:00 PDT

It appears that Kei Igawa is one and done for the New York Yankees.

Rich Gossage not so tough anymore (AP)

Mon, 12 May 2008 14:11:53 PDT

Rich Gossage isn't so tough anymore. The grit the Goose personified on the mound as a fearsome relief pitcher in a 21-year major league career was long gone Monday as he toured baseball's Hall of Fame and pondered his impending induction on July 27. "It's more mind-boggling than I ever imagined," Gossage said.

Baseball Power Poll: Florida teams surge into top 5 (SportingNews.com)

Mon, 12 May 2008 09:56:26 PDT

Every week Sean Deveney looks at the action and ranks all the teams as he sees them.

Yanks' plan to hit Jeter 4th foiled by rainout vs. Tigers (AP)

Sun, 11 May 2008 12:44:06 PDT

Derek Jeter was all suited up for the New York Yankees and ready to bat cleanup for just the second time in his career. A steady downpour, though, postponed the game Sunday in Detroit and foiled manager Joe Girardi's plan. "He only did it because he knew the game was going to be rained out anyway," Jeter joked.

Jeter's first homer of season helps Yankees beat Tigers 5-2 (AP)

Sat, 10 May 2008 17:18:05 PDT

Darrell Rasner is giving the New York Yankees a reliable starter at the back of the rotation, something they've been looking for all year. Rasner won his second consecutive start since coming up from the minors, Derek Jeter hit his first homer of the season and New York ended a six-game losing streak to the Detroit Tigers with a 5-2 victory Saturday.

Yankees place Betemit, Albaladejo on DL (AP)

Sat, 10 May 2008 17:12:55 PDT

Already missing Alex Rodriguez, the New York Yankees lost backup Wilson Betemit on Saturday with an injured hamstring. Betemit, one of two infielders sharing time at third since Rodriguez went on the disabled list April 30, left New York's 5-2 win over Detroit after tweaking his right hamstring while running to second base.

Yankees' Betemit injures hamstring (PA SportsTicker)

Sat, 10 May 2008 17:03:07 PDT

New York Yankees third baseman Wilson Betemit left Saturday's game against the Detroit Tigers with a strained right hamstring.

Yankees RHP Albaladejo leaves game (PA SportsTicker)

Fri, 09 May 2008 22:56:47 PDT

New York Yankees righthander Jonathan Albaladejo left Friday's 6-5 loss to the Detroit Tigers in the sixth inning with a right elbow injury.

Rogers leads Tigers over Yankees again (AP)

Fri, 09 May 2008 20:30:38 PDT

Kenny Rogers picked off his major league record 92nd runner and the Detroit Tigers picked up right back where they left off in the Bronx -- taking it to the New York Yankees. Rogers held New York to just two runs in six-plus innings and picked Wilson Betemit off first base in the second inning, helping Detroit to a 6-5 win over the Yankees.

Farnsworth's suspension cut from 3 games to 1 (AP)

Fri, 09 May 2008 16:10:50 PDT

Kyle Farnsworth's suspension was cut from three games to one Friday by Major League Baseball following an appeal by the New York Yankees reliever. "It was a good deal," Farnsworth said. "Our appeal went well. I thought it was going to be two at the least, so I was happy to hear that." Farnsworth was to serve the suspension Friday, the start of a series at the Detroit Tigers.

Baseball at breaking point over maple bats (Yahoo! Sports)

Thu, 08 May 2008 23:26:00 PDT

Splintering makes them more dangerous than ash bats, and Pirates coach Don Long has an ugly scar to prove it.

Trump talks about A-Rod, Jeter during luncheon (AP)

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:32:50 PDT

Even Donald Trump has strong feelings about New York Yankees star Alex Rodriguez. Trump was in Arkansas on Thursday to speak at the Economics Arkansas luncheon. According to arkansasbusiness.com, Trump talked about Rodriguez, a three-time AL MVP who has been criticized for his perceived inability to come through in important situations.

Giambi, Yankees play home run derby against Cleveland (AP)

Thu, 08 May 2008 16:21:16 PDT

Jason Giambi and the sluggish New York Yankees suddenly turned sluggerish. The Yankees played home run derby Thursday, with Giambi, Johnny Damon, Robinson Cano and Wilson Betemit connecting in a 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians that prevented a three-game sweep. "There were big hits up and down the lineup," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said.

Lee beats Wang in duel of perfect pitchers (AP)

Wed, 07 May 2008 21:04:38 PDT

Cliff Lee knows he probably won't win all of his starts this season. That doesn't mean he isn't going to try. Lee threw seven sharp innings Wednesday night to beat Chien-Ming Wang in a matchup of unbeaten starters, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 3-0 victory over the New York Yankees. "I've got to focus on this next outing and if I do that and continue to do that things should go the way they...

Rodriguez, Posada, Hughes all headed to Tampa (AP)

Wed, 07 May 2008 20:05:47 PDT

Alex Rodriguez, Jorge Posada and Phil Hughes are expected to travel to the New York Yankees' spring-training facility in Florida on Thursday to continue rehabbing their injuries. Rodriguez (strained right quadriceps) ran in the outfield before New York's 3-0 loss to the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday night.

Giants' lack of homegrown talent evident on All-Star ballot (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:36:07 PDT

The All-Star ballot can offer insight into clubs. This year, it says San Francisco is in terrible shape.

Kennedy allows 1 hit in 7 1-3 innings in Triple-A (AP)

Wed, 07 May 2008 09:33:41 PDT

Ian Kennedy flirted with a no hitter in his return to Triple-A on Tuesday but settled for one hit through 7 1-3 scoreless innings. Starting for the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Yankees, who beat the Charlotte Knights 4-0, Kennedy struck out eight, walked none and allowed just two base runners, one on a single and another on a hit by pitch.

Dellucci's homer off Chamberlain leads Indians past Yankees (AP)

Tue, 06 May 2008 20:45:00 PDT

Turns out, Joba Chamberlain is not untouchable. Pinch-hitter David Dellucci stunned the New York Yankees with a go-ahead homer off Chamberlain, and the Cleveland Indians rallied for a 5-3 victory Tuesday night in the opener of a three-game series. "I was just kind of out of whack out there," Chamberlain said.

Phillies could target free-agent Cashman (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 05 May 2008 14:54:10 PDT

If the New York Yankees miss the playoffs, GM Brian Cashman's decision to back off on the club's pursuit of...

Baseball Power Poll: D-backs tops even before Scherzer (SportingNews.com)

Mon, 05 May 2008 09:26:26 PDT

The Diamondbacks already have Brandon Webb, Dan Haren, Randy Johnson and Micah Owings in their rotation. Add in phenom Max Scherzer and it's not hard to see why they are No. 1.