Monday, September 7, 2009

Yankees Take the First Game of the Doubleheader 4-1 at the Stadium - CC Shines!

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 7, 2009

Tampa Bay 1, N.Y. Yankees 4 at Yankee Stadium Tampa Bay Record: (72-65) N.Y. Yankees Record: (88-50)


Winning pitcher - Phil Hughes (6-3)
Losing pitcher - Lance Cormier (2-2)
SV - Mariano Rivera (39)

Tampa Bay Runs: 1, Hits: 3, Errors: 2
N.Y. Yankees Runs: 4, Hits: 7, Errors: 0


GAME LINKS:
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Next N.Y. Yankees Game: September 7, 2009 07:05 PM ET vs. Tampa Bay Rays

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Sunday, September 6, 2009

Mitre and the Yankees Pitching Collapes in the Yankees 14-8 Loss

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 6, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 8, Toronto 14 at Rogers Centre N.Y. Yankees Record: (87-50) Toronto Record: (61-75)


Winning pitcher - Brian Tallet (6-9)
Losing pitcher - Sergio Mitre (3-2)


N.Y. Yankees Runs: 8, Hits: 13, Errors: 4 Toronto Runs: 14, Hits: 15, Errors: 0


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Back in the Win Column and the Yankees hit the 87 Win Mark

The lead in the AL East is now 8.5 games for the Yankees after their win over the Jays and the Red Sox loss. With a day game today at 1:05pm and a double-header tomorrow, Jeter may break Gehrig's record any day now.

New York Yankees Postgame Alert

September 5, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 6, Toronto 4 at Rogers Centre N.Y. Yankees Record: (87-49) Toronto Record: (60-75)


Winning pitcher - Andy Pettitte (13-6)
Losing pitcher - Brett Cecil (6-4)
SV - Phil Hughes (3)

N.Y. Yankees Runs: 6, Hits: 14, Errors: 1 Toronto Runs: 4, Hits: 4, Errors: 1


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Next N.Y. Yankees Game: September 6, 2009 01:07 PM ET vs. Toronto Blue Jays

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Friday, September 4, 2009

SAVE THE GATE UPDATE! F.A.Q.'s

SAVE THE YANKEE GATE 2 COMMITTEE
www.savetheyankeegate2.com
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)



-What is the Save Gate 2 effort about?
The original 2005 plan to preserve a significant part of the original Yankee Stadium was changed recently to increase the replacement parklands. Most Bronx community residents, NYC residents and NY Yankee fans are NOT aware that the current plan is for “The House that Ruth Built” to be totally demolished. Our objective is to work with the Bronx Community, the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation and the NY Yankees in saving a small, historic, and architecturally beautiful portion of the old Yankee Stadium exterior wall at Gate 2. Located near the intersection of River Avenue and 161st Street, it will serve as a dramatic gateway into the new Heritage Field.

-Why are you trying to Save Gate 2?
We wish to recognize and remember, through the preservation of Gate 2, the historical, cultural and architectural importance of the old Yankee Stadium. This Gate stands proudly for all the fans, players and individuals who visited played and worked within her majestic confines. With the move across the street to the New Yankee Stadium, this tangible “bridge” from the old and new will enhance that great continuum of Yankee history for the enjoyment of generations to come.

-What is the historical significance of Gate 2?
Gate 2 is the most architecturally significant element remaining from the original 1920’s era ballpark. Gate 4 (behind homeplate) and Gate 6 (behind rightfield) were significantly modified as part of the 1973-76 renovations. In fact, the Gate 2 image was chosen to represent The Stadium in the Official Yankee Stadium Last Season 1923-2008 logo. Today, Gate 2 is 80% original and the small modifications made to the top portion are compatible with the 1920’s design.

-Isn’t it already too late to save Gate 2?
NO! While this is urgent, it still can be isolated and protected from demolition. As of late August 2009, final design plans for Heritage Field are only 50% complete and heavy demolition will begin with the removal of the Loge and then the Upper Tier. The exterior walls will then be pulled inward using bulldozers.

-Will preserving Gate 2 take away from the replacement parklands?
No, Gate 2 would not take up significant space. According to the Parks Department plan for Heritage Field, there is to be a sloped walk area in the current location of Gate 2. If preserved, this would provide an area with steps (also already in place on the Stadium site) and a majestic entry point to the park itself. Heritage Field is to be a 10 acre (435,600 square feet) park site. Gate 2 would be approximately 1,000 square feet and at a sloped entrance point currently planned. When all of this is taken into account, the monument would take up a minuscule amount of space.


-What is the environmental impact of the Gate 2 monument?
The gate is in a position where any shade would fall to the North, over 161st St. and not over the planned Heritage Field or over any planned trees. Also, with the current louvers and closed up windows re-opened, breezes would be able to flow through the monument.

-Will this effort further delay the completion of Heritage Field?
No, preserving Gate 2 will not change the NYC Parks Plan timeline for completion by Fall-Late 2011.

-What are the benefits for all of the stakeholders (residents, local businesses NYC, others)?
Preserving Gate 2 would create a dignified monument to the rich history of the Bronx, the Yankees and all that happened within Yankee Stadium's once majestic confines. Commemorating such a celebrated piece of history as a grand entrance to Heritage Field would also serve to make the monument a sort of Arch of Triumph for the borough of The Bronx and would most definitely be a tourist destination, encouraging significant business to many local establishments all year long. Indeed, it could be made a focal point of the community off season enhancing local business revenues.

What is the structural integrity of Gate 2 and what would it take to preserve it as a permanent monument?
The current structural integrity of historic Gate 2 is sound and could be preserved by using existing steel and concrete supports as well as constructing some minimal newer bracing to ensure its safety and stability for many years to come. This bracing would not interfere with the monument itself and would be limited to a very discrete amount of new materials. Made of super-hard Edison Portland cement, Gate 2 is almost indestructible.

-How much will this cost to preserve and then maintain?
Assessments from several architects and structural engineering firms have determined this would be a fairly simple/straightforward project and estimated that the cost would be a small fraction (less than 2%) of the overall cost to reconstruct the original stadium and build the replacement parklands. The Gate as a free standing structure would require minimal on-going maintenance.

-What is the Yankees position and role in this?
To date, the Yankees have declined to comment on the proposal. The parklands replacement is a NYC Parks effort and responsibility.

-Who has been approached and contacted already?
Mayor Bloomberg, NYC Department of Parks, Bronx Officials, The Yankees, celebrities, major and local media outlets, etc.

Below is a partial list of individuals contacted:
NYC Officials
Michael Bloomberg-Mayor
Adrian Benepe-Commissioner, NYC Parks
Hector Aponte-Commissioner, Bronx Parks
Ruben Diaz, Jr.-Bronx Borough President
Bronx Community Board #4
-Ms. D. Lee Ezell-Chairperson
-Mr. Jose Rodriguez-District Manager
Ken Podziba-Commissioner, NYC Sports Commission
Lloyd Ultan-The Bronx Historian

Yankees
The Steinbrenner Family and all Yankees Executive Management
Marty Appel
Yogi Berra
Jim Bouton
David Cone
Whitey Ford
Derek Jeter
Don Larsen
Bobby Richardson
Moose Skowron
Bob Sheppard
Dave Winfield

Key Individuals
Babe Ruth’s Family-Linda Ruth Tosetti
Billy Crystal
Foley’s-Shaun Clancy
Rudy Guiliani
Mickey Mantle’s-Bart Alexander
Turn 2 Foundation

Media
ABC TV-Eyewitness News
Baseball Digest Live
Eastern Shore News
ESPN
Fox & Friends News
Newark Star Ledger
New Haven Register
News 12 Cablevision
River Avenue Blues-YES Network
Sports Illustrated
The NY Daily News
The NY Post
The NY Times
USA Today Sports Weekly
WCBS 880 AM
WINS 1010 AM
WGBB 1240 AM
WRCR 1300 AM
Yahoo Sports

-What has been the reaction and feedback received?
Overwhelmingly positive, 15,000+ website hits, 450+ Guest Book comments and hundreds of supportive e-mails received.
-Where can I get more information?

www.savetheyankeegate2.com

On our web-site you will find:
-our complete proposal, including video, pictures, and graphics
-articles
-recorded interviews/radio broadcasts
-contact information for our committee via e-mail


-What is the call to action, next steps, and how can I help?

The most important thing to do right now is be active!
What are you interested in doing?

1) Please tell your family and interested friends

-Expanding our network of supporters is critical.
-Do you know anyone that can influence the outcome and Save Gate 2?

2) Write letters, e-mails and make telephone calls

Letters to the Mayor, which can be downloaded directly from our website, as well as letters to any other NYC officials (NYC Parks Department, Bronx Borough Officials, Council members, Senators, Representatives), media outlets (both local and national), and the Yankees are not only simple but can help spread the word in a big way and get this outstanding piece of American history preserved for future generations! Writing letters are as easy as downloading, printing, signing and mailing them out to the respective party.

3) Contact a committee member via e-mail or telephone NOW!

Mark Costello
mark.costello1@verizon.net
New York
516-521-9080 Chris Jones
chris_jones86@comcast.net
Virginia
804-441-2112
Richard Lillard
richardlillard1@gmail.com
Arizona
480-399-2310 John Trush
johntrush@yahoo.com
New Jersey
908-963-2840


Thanks for your continued support and help!

Halladay Shines - Joba Flounders - The Jays and Halladay 1-Hit the Yankees

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 4, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 0, Toronto 6 at Rogers Centre N.Y. Yankees Record: (86-49) Toronto Record: (60-74)


Winning pitcher - Roy Halladay (14-8)
Losing pitcher - Joba Chamberlain (8-5)


N.Y. Yankees Runs: 0, Hits: 1, Errors: 1 Toronto Runs: 6, Hits: 10, Errors: 0 GAME LINKS:
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The Yankees Win 10-5 and Get Ready for Halladay!

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 3, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 10, Toronto 5 at Rogers Centre
N.Y. Yankees Record: (86-48)
Toronto Record: (59-74)


Winning pitcher - Alfredo Aceves (10-1)
Losing pitcher - Ricky Romero (11-7)


N.Y. Yankees Runs: 10, Hits: 10, Errors: 1
Toronto Runs: 5, Hits: 6, Errors: 1


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Thursday, September 3, 2009

The Case for Derek Jeter, MVP

LIFE & STYLE
SEPTEMBER 2, 2009, 6:17 P.M. ET
The Case for Derek Jeter, MVP
By ALLEN BARRA
In the movie industry, many recipients get an Oscar years after they really ­deserve one, and often as a kind of lifetime achievement award. Paul Newman, for ­instance, took one home in 1987 for his performance in "The Color of Money," and Martin Scorsese in 2007 for ­directing "The Departed." Both could just as easily have been given the Academy Award several times earlier in their ­careers. Baseball's Most Valuable Player awards are no different, and the New York Yankees' Derek Jeter might well wind up as baseball's Paul Newman for the 2009 season.

Associated Press

The Yankees currently have the best record in the major leagues, and many observers think the primary reason is Mr. Jeter, who, at age 35, has ­rebounded from a subpar 2008 season to one of his best years ever. He's done it against all expectations—no team with a 35-year-old starting shortstop has won a World Series since the Yankees with Phil Rizzuto in 1953.

Mr. Jeter has been batting at or around .330 since spring, and—with about 30 games still to play—he has hit more home runs than in any season since 2005. He is running the bases as he did years ago, with a ­stolen-base success rate of more than 80%. His critics have always focused on his fielding, where by most objective yardsticks he has ranked as ­mediocre or worse.

But this year, according to John Dewan, author of "The Fielding Bible," "Derek Jeter is having the best year defensively since I began tracking him with defensive metrics in 2003."

No one would argue that Mr. Jeter's statistics are better than those of Minnesota catcher Joe Mauer, the current favorite in the MVP sweepstakes, who is leading the American League in batting (around .370), on-base percentage and slugging average. For that matter, there are several players, particularly Detroit's Miguel Cabrera, who are outhitting Mr. Jeter in batting ­average and have better power numbers.

The case for Mr. Jeter as American League MVP is being made by more subjective arguments. "How do you measure the value of inspiration and professionalism?" asks Marty Appel, author of "Munson: The Life and Death of a Yankee Captain." "Some people will ­argue that intangibles don't ­exist, but in the ninth inning of close games everybody believes in them."

Thurman Munson's and Mr. Jeter's personalities were different; Munson was surly and pugnacious, while Mr. Jeter still projects the image of boyish enthusiasm he had as a rookie in 1995. But, says Mr. Appel, the two share one ­important characteristic: "They both lead by example and performance. They helped make their teams better just by being there. No one ever slacked off with either of those guys on the field." To which Mike ­Ozanian of Forbes.com adds: "Jeter has been the ­anchor on a team that could have been ­derailed by injuries to key players like Alex ­Rodriguez. Winning has to count for something."

Winning and consistency have been Mr. Jeter's trademarks throughout his 14 seasons as a Yankee starter. He's been the linchpin for six pennant and four World Series winners. The Yankees have been the winningest team in baseball since he was given the shortstop's job, and are the odds-on favorites to go all the way this year. He has more hits than any shortstop ever, having passed Luis Aparicio a few weeks ago, and he will soon pass Lou Gehrig on the all-time Yankees hit list. He is on pace to threaten Pete Rose's all-time record of 4,256 career hits.

And yet Mr. Jeter has never been voted the MVP. In 1999, most baseball analysts thought that the Yankee, who batted .349 with 24 home runs and a league-leading 219 hits, was the best player. But sportswriters chose Texas catcher Ivan Rodriguez. In 2006, the analysts again favored Mr. Jeter, who batted .343 and stole 34 bases, but the writers went with Minnesota first baseman Justin Morneau.

"I think there's always been a bit of resentment toward Derek outside of New York, where he is worshipped," says Dave Fleming of Bill James ­Online. "There's an assumption that New York players have an unfair advantage when it comes to MVP voting, but in the case of Jeter and other New York ballplayers like the Mets' Carlos Beltran, I think you might say there's a ­counterargument: namely, that to play in New York might cost you votes."

So, if Mr. Jeter does slip by Mr. Mauer for this year's award, who's to say it isn't fair after all? And who's to say Paul Newman didn't deserve that Academy Award in 1987?

Still, there is a question as to whether the MVP award ­really means all that much to Derek Jeter. As he put it on Aug. 23 after the Yankees beat the Red Sox—a victory that Mr. Jeter paced by hitting a home run on the game's first pitch off Boston ace Josh ­Beckett—"I'm not thinking about winning any awards right now. The only award that matters is that fifth World Series ring."

—Mr. Barra writes about sports for the Journal.

Write to Allen Barra at allen.barra@wsj.com

Yankees Complete the Sweep of the Orioles - Move to 37 Games Over .500

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 2, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 10, Baltimore 2 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
N.Y. Yankees Record: (85-48)
Baltimore Record: (54-80)


Winning pitcher - CC Sabathia (16-7)
Losing pitcher - Kam Mickolio (0-2)
SV - Phil Hughes (2)

N.Y. Yankees Runs: 10, Hits: 17, Errors: 0
Baltimore Runs: 2, Hits: 8, Errors: 0


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Next N.Y. Yankees Game: September 3, 2009 07:07 PM ET vs. Toronto Blue Jays

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Wednesday, September 2, 2009

AJ Gets Racked....But the Bats Come Through. 36 Games Over .500!

New York Yankees Postgame Alert


September 1, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 9, Baltimore 6 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
N.Y. Yankees Record: (84-48)
Baltimore Record: (54-79)


Winning pitcher - Damaso Marte (1-1)
Losing pitcher - Chris Ray (0-3)
SV - Mariano Rivera (38)

N.Y. Yankees Runs: 9, Hits: 12, Errors: 1
Baltimore Runs: 6, Hits: 13, Errors: 1


GAME LINKS:
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Next N.Y. Yankees Game: September 2, 2009 07:05 PM ET vs. Baltimore Orioles

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Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Yankees Move to 35 Games Over .500 on the Season

New York Yankees Postgame Alert

August 31, 2009

N.Y. Yankees 5, Baltimore 1 at Oriole Park at Camden Yards
N.Y. Yankees Record: (83-48)
Baltimore Record: (54-78)


Winning pitcher - Andy Pettitte (12-6)
Losing pitcher - Jeremy Guthrie (9-13)
SV - Mariano Rivera (37)

N.Y. Yankees Runs: 5, Hits: 10, Errors: 1
Baltimore Runs: 1, Hits: 3, Errors: 1


GAME LINKS:
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Next N.Y. Yankees Game: September 1, 2009 07:05 PM ET vs. Baltimore Orioles

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