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New York Yankees Intentionally Pass On History
New York Yankees Intentionally Pass On History
New York Yankees Intentionally Pass On History
Home team fans always want to see a victory. On days like Thursday afternoon in Detroit, when the Tigers hosted the New York Yankees in the final game of the three-game series, some in attendance were there for another reason as well, history. Sometimes history has to wait as a result of the opposing team's strategy to win the game and let's just say, that made the Comerica Park faithful less than happy.
Most Beloved Yankees
Most Beloved Yankees
Most Beloved Yankees
Picking greatest Yankees in any category is like splitting hairs or flipping a coin or picking the most ripe apple in the bunch during the months of September and October in the Northeast.  How about the most beloved Yankee of all-time?  Just as tough as the next question when regarding the pinstripes, but I have narrowed it (I think) down to a Top 5.  Enjoy.
3,000 Hits Verses 600 Saves
3,000 Hits Verses 600 Saves
3,000 Hits Verses 600 Saves
Yankees closer Mariano Rivera currently has 597 career saves.  He's 3 away from becoming just the 2nd player in Major League Baseball history to reach 600. Are you surprised by that news?  Let me ask it this way - did you even know that?
Would You Have Sold The Ball From Derek Jeter’s 3000th hit?
Would You Have Sold The Ball From Derek Jeter’s 3000th hit?
Would You Have Sold The Ball From Derek Jeter’s 3000th hit?
I don't know what was a bigger story - Derek Jeter's 3000th hit being a homerun or the fact that a 23-year-old dude named Christian Lopez just gave the ball back to the Yankees and didn't want anything in return. What on earth was this guy thinking?
The Top 5 Moments of Derek Jeter’s Career
The Top 5 Moments of Derek Jeter’s Career
The Top 5 Moments of Derek Jeter’s Career
Saturday afternoon Derek Jeter connected for the 3,000th hit of his illustrious career. This accomplishment, while an amazing feat, is just another in a long list of highlights that has colored Jeter’s tenure. It got me thinking about what are the best moments of a career that has seen a vast array of them. Her...
An Ode to Derek Jeter and His 3,000 Hits
An Ode to Derek Jeter and His 3,000 Hits
An Ode to Derek Jeter and His 3,000 Hits
Oh Captain, My Captain! Saturday afternoon Derek Jeter connected for his 3,000th career hit.  He would go on to collect four more hits, including the game winner in a Yankee win.  It's the latest and greatest personal achievement in a career that has seen him tally a Rookie of the Year award, five Golden Gloves, one World Series MVP, and five World Series Championships to name a few accomplishment
Jeter vs. Rivera: Which Yankee Is More Valuable?
Jeter vs. Rivera: Which Yankee Is More Valuable?
Jeter vs. Rivera: Which Yankee Is More Valuable?
Derek Jeter finally made his return back to the Yankees last night after suffering a calf injury in mid-June.  The Yankee captain missed 18 games while on the DL.  During that time, New York went 14-4 and took over 1st place in the American League East. Before you read any further, just realize that I'm not saying that the Yankees are better off without Jeter.  I'm just saying they can win without