Posted by: Patrick
Holy mackeral. I definitely double taked that line in the box score. 4 innings from Myers in tonight's slugfest. And he was actually the best pitcher of the game. Yes, this was the longest performance of his career (the previous record was 2 and 1/3, apparently).
Posted by: Patrick
Now, I'm a big fan of Ask A Ninja, but watching this video makes me question his baseball knowledge. Watch it below and you'll see why.
05/04: One Good Move
Posted by: James
Regardless of what you might think of Brian Cashman's moves this offseason, I saw this story and was glad of at least one move he made. I doubt there are many (/any) fans who are missing Jaret Wright.
Yes, I know that the Yankees are paying $4 million to see him pitch for another team but that's a move I would make any day of the week. Igawa and Wright on this team? I think the bullpen would revolt. I'm just surprised we got a capable young reliever for the guy.
Update: As I was thinking about Wright and watching tonight's debacle, I got to thinking, maybe Cashman just replaced Wright with a left-handed version of the same? He sure reminded me of Jaret tonight.
Wright, 31, has recurring right shoulder soreness. He was on the DL from April 11-28 with the same ailment and was activated Sunday, allowing three runs, four hits and three walks in three innings of a loss at Cleveland.
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The Orioles gave no timetable for Wright's return. When he first went on the DL this season, Wright said the pain he felt in his shoulder was not unlike what he felt in 2005, when he sat out half the season.
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The Orioles gave no timetable for Wright's return. When he first went on the DL this season, Wright said the pain he felt in his shoulder was not unlike what he felt in 2005, when he sat out half the season.
Yes, I know that the Yankees are paying $4 million to see him pitch for another team but that's a move I would make any day of the week. Igawa and Wright on this team? I think the bullpen would revolt. I'm just surprised we got a capable young reliever for the guy.
Update: As I was thinking about Wright and watching tonight's debacle, I got to thinking, maybe Cashman just replaced Wright with a left-handed version of the same? He sure reminded me of Jaret tonight.
05/04: Staking Our Claim
Posted by: Jason
I'd like to officially notify the rest of the blogosphere that YanksBlog.com now controls any and all references to artillery/naval barrages, et al when and if Matt De "Salvo" pitches well.
This goes for the NY Post as well: Any variations on the "Matt's Salvo Sinks Seattle" headline must be approved in advance...
This goes for the NY Post as well: Any variations on the "Matt's Salvo Sinks Seattle" headline must be approved in advance...
Posted by: James
Well, what kind of game would it be if a Yankee didn't get taken out due to a leg injury? Don't panic - Jason Giambi did get taken out of the game but it was due to leg cramps (he had the same issue in the first game when trying to score from second on a double) and reports are that he's fine.
The big story for Yankees fans in this game is that Moose started his first game since April 11th. He was not only effective but very efficient. On the pregame, it was mentioned that Mussina was on a 75-pitch limit but he made them count. He went five full innings and only threw 64 pitches, 49 for strikes (I hope the rest of the Yankees starters were taking notes). Still, it was mentioned that he was tiring at around the 60 pitch mark so it will definitely be a while until we have a full strength Moose. However, if he can keep spotting his pitches like he did today, I'm sure that the team will take what they can get.
The Yankees started the scoring in the second when Doug Mientkeiwicz hit a two-run home run (yes, I was amazed too - give that man the Silver Slugger). In the seventh, Hideki Matsui doubled and came around to score on a wild pitch for the third run. The Yanks got their fourth run when Derek Jeter extended his hitting streak to 20 games with a RBI single, scoring Jorge Posada.
The big story for Yankees fans in this game is that Moose started his first game since April 11th. He was not only effective but very efficient. On the pregame, it was mentioned that Mussina was on a 75-pitch limit but he made them count. He went five full innings and only threw 64 pitches, 49 for strikes (I hope the rest of the Yankees starters were taking notes). Still, it was mentioned that he was tiring at around the 60 pitch mark so it will definitely be a while until we have a full strength Moose. However, if he can keep spotting his pitches like he did today, I'm sure that the team will take what they can get.
The Yankees started the scoring in the second when Doug Mientkeiwicz hit a two-run home run (yes, I was amazed too - give that man the Silver Slugger). In the seventh, Hideki Matsui doubled and came around to score on a wild pitch for the third run. The Yanks got their fourth run when Derek Jeter extended his hitting streak to 20 games with a RBI single, scoring Jorge Posada.
Posted by: Patrick
Don't let Andy's 1-1 record (even after this game) fool you. He's been good. His starts so far (including today): 4 IP, 2 ER; 6 IP, 0 ER; 7 IP, 1 ER; 6.1 IP, 2 ER; 4.2 IP, 5 ER; 6 IP, 2 ER. And there were the two scoreless, 1 IP relief appearances, of course. The only win he got was when he didn't allow an ER at all. But, he's been giving the Yankees the best performance of any Yankees starter and his record just doesn't reflect it. It's good to have him back.
Before the game, Phil Hughes was put on the DL with Chris Britton being promoted.
Anyway, like I said, he went 6 today, allowing 2 ER. When he came out, he had the lead. In the 2nd, Matsui grounded into a fielder's choice that allowed Alex to score. In the 4th, Giambi hit a solo shot (don't look now, but he's hitting .323) and then, in the 5th, Damon sacrificed Melky in to give us a 3-1 lead. Melky tripled right before him to set it up. Pettitte gave one back at the bottom of the frame.
Luis Vizcaino came in to relieve Pettitte and, after getting one out, Jerry Hairston, Jr. took him yard. And, I looked it up, this was actually the first home run Hairston, Jr. has hit since July 15, 2005. He played in 160 games without hitting one... until today. He managed to get through the inning (despite a Teixeira double) with just that run allowed. The game was tied at 3, so no win for Pettitte. Vizcaino would end up with the win himself as the Yankees came back in the 8th to score their 4th run of the day.
It was Matsui driving in Jeter for his second run of the day. Giambi was out at the plate trying to get us another. Kyle Farnsworth relieved Vizcaino and pitched a scoreless 8th, bringing his ERA down to 5.23. Mo came in and finished them off in order for his 2nd save of the season - his ERA is 9.35.
Jeter extended his hitting streak to 19 games. Giambi (2 for 3 with the homer) and Matsui (2 for 4, 2 RBI) were the leaders on offense.
Mike Mussina (welcome back!) will pitch the nightcap against Robinson Tejeda.
Before the game, Phil Hughes was put on the DL with Chris Britton being promoted.
Anyway, like I said, he went 6 today, allowing 2 ER. When he came out, he had the lead. In the 2nd, Matsui grounded into a fielder's choice that allowed Alex to score. In the 4th, Giambi hit a solo shot (don't look now, but he's hitting .323) and then, in the 5th, Damon sacrificed Melky in to give us a 3-1 lead. Melky tripled right before him to set it up. Pettitte gave one back at the bottom of the frame.
Luis Vizcaino came in to relieve Pettitte and, after getting one out, Jerry Hairston, Jr. took him yard. And, I looked it up, this was actually the first home run Hairston, Jr. has hit since July 15, 2005. He played in 160 games without hitting one... until today. He managed to get through the inning (despite a Teixeira double) with just that run allowed. The game was tied at 3, so no win for Pettitte. Vizcaino would end up with the win himself as the Yankees came back in the 8th to score their 4th run of the day.
It was Matsui driving in Jeter for his second run of the day. Giambi was out at the plate trying to get us another. Kyle Farnsworth relieved Vizcaino and pitched a scoreless 8th, bringing his ERA down to 5.23. Mo came in and finished them off in order for his 2nd save of the season - his ERA is 9.35.
Jeter extended his hitting streak to 19 games. Giambi (2 for 3 with the homer) and Matsui (2 for 4, 2 RBI) were the leaders on offense.
Mike Mussina (welcome back!) will pitch the nightcap against Robinson Tejeda.
Posted by: Patrick
Our next interview is with Mark Feinsand of Blogging the Bombers.
When you aren't doing something related to or depending on the Yankees, what are you up to?
Spending time with my family. I have a two year old son who keeps me plenty busy. During football season, I can also be found glued to the USC or Redskins games on weekends. Those are the only two teams left that still get me going as a passionate fan.
How long have you been blogging about the Yankees?
This is my second year as a blogger. I did the entire 2006 season on MLBlogs.com as part of my job at MLB.com and have now continued my blogging work at the Daily News’ Blogging the Bombers.
How did you end up at MLB.com?
I was working at Fox Sports.com in 2000 when they announced they were moving the entire operation to Los Angeles. At the same time, a friend of mine who was in on the ground floor at MLB.com told me they were looking for site editors for the new team sites, so I applied. The job wasn’t completely defined at first; it was part webmaster, part beat writer. I didn’t have much experience as either, but they took a chance on me.
When you aren't doing something related to or depending on the Yankees, what are you up to?
Spending time with my family. I have a two year old son who keeps me plenty busy. During football season, I can also be found glued to the USC or Redskins games on weekends. Those are the only two teams left that still get me going as a passionate fan.
How long have you been blogging about the Yankees?
This is my second year as a blogger. I did the entire 2006 season on MLBlogs.com as part of my job at MLB.com and have now continued my blogging work at the Daily News’ Blogging the Bombers.
How did you end up at MLB.com?
I was working at Fox Sports.com in 2000 when they announced they were moving the entire operation to Los Angeles. At the same time, a friend of mine who was in on the ground floor at MLB.com told me they were looking for site editors for the new team sites, so I applied. The job wasn’t completely defined at first; it was part webmaster, part beat writer. I didn’t have much experience as either, but they took a chance on me.
Posted by: Patrick
Dom Amore over at Courant.com has this:
The thing about this is it's not like it even matters. I mean, I feel sorry for the guy. I know we paid him a ton, I know he's made some mistakes, but anyone who's played baseball and loves the game knows that when your time is up, if it comes to that for him, it's a sad time.
But, as Yankees fans, I think we're all resigned to not having Pavano. We've been without him for most of the time he's been here. I mean, it'd sure be nice to have him pitching decent. Not like he was the year before we signed him, but decent. But, we know better than to assume that at this point. So, I don't see this getting more than a "ho hum" from most Yankees fans. We've got bigger fish to fry.
The Pavano news is bad. He had been throwing on the side, and got up on the mound on Sunday, but though the team kept saying he was getting better, he didn't seem so optimistic. He is going to see Dr. James Andrews in Alabama and may, in fact, need Tommy John surgery, which would finish him for this season and probably next season,too, possibly ending is career.
"It's getting ridiculous, the team needs me," Pavano said. "It's frustrating for all of us."
"It's getting ridiculous, the team needs me," Pavano said. "It's frustrating for all of us."
The thing about this is it's not like it even matters. I mean, I feel sorry for the guy. I know we paid him a ton, I know he's made some mistakes, but anyone who's played baseball and loves the game knows that when your time is up, if it comes to that for him, it's a sad time.
But, as Yankees fans, I think we're all resigned to not having Pavano. We've been without him for most of the time he's been here. I mean, it'd sure be nice to have him pitching decent. Not like he was the year before we signed him, but decent. But, we know better than to assume that at this point. So, I don't see this getting more than a "ho hum" from most Yankees fans. We've got bigger fish to fry.
Posted by: James
The young ones, at least. Two of the more prominent ones were dealing tonight.
Tyler Clippard had his second straight strong game, going 7 innings giving up 5 hits and 1 walk while striking out 11. Hmmm, maybe his transition to AAA pitching will take a lot less time than his transition from A to AA.
Speaking of transitions, Ian Kennedy is starting to show that he'll probably be promoted soon. For those who don't know, Ian's a 22 year old starter with 3 strong seasons of college ball at USC as a pedigree. He's too advanced for most of the hitters in A ball so perhaps AA will pose more of a challenge. Though the question of who he would replace in the Trenton rotation would be an interesting one (especially if Steven Jackson continues to get hammered at AAA).
Tyler Clippard had his second straight strong game, going 7 innings giving up 5 hits and 1 walk while striking out 11. Hmmm, maybe his transition to AAA pitching will take a lot less time than his transition from A to AA.
Speaking of transitions, Ian Kennedy is starting to show that he'll probably be promoted soon. For those who don't know, Ian's a 22 year old starter with 3 strong seasons of college ball at USC as a pedigree. He's too advanced for most of the hitters in A ball so perhaps AA will pose more of a challenge. Though the question of who he would replace in the Trenton rotation would be an interesting one (especially if Steven Jackson continues to get hammered at AAA).
05/02: Yanks Fire Marty Miller
Posted by: Patrick
Peter Abraham reports that the Yankees have fired Director of Performance Enhancement (who picked that title...) Marty Miller.
