Torre Not Counting On Pavano For Opening Day
New York Yankees starter Carl Pavano's sore back could land him on the disabled list to start the season.
Dotel Hopes To Debut In Pinstripes By May
Octavio Dotel is anxious to get back to the Major Leagues as quickly as possible, but the right-hander knows that he has to wait a few months before that will happen.
Sheffield Cools Over Contract
In the middle of the day, Gary Sheffield met with Cashman in a first-floor conference room.
Sheffield Angry At Yankees For Waiting To Pick Up His Option
It doesn't take much to stoke the engines of Gary Sheffield's temper, especially lately.
Unit Pitch Grazes Damon On The Forearm
Johnny Damon was grazed on the forearm by a Randy Johnson pitch Thursday during the first day of batting practice against pitchers.
The Boss Predicts A World Series Title
Yankees owner George Steinbrenner, eager to bring a trophy back to New York and excited about the acquisition of Johnny Damon, predicted on Wednesday that this year's Yankees will win the franchise's first World Series title since 2000.
Yanks Likely To Pick Up Option On Sheffield For 2007
Gary Sheffield reported to spring training Tuesday and was upbeat after the Yankees said they'd likely keep him around for 2007.
A-Rod Unhappy With The Way WBC Handled His Decision
Alex Rodriguez is unhappy with organizers of the World Baseball Classic for the way they handled his decision to play for the United States instead of the Dominican Republic.
Steinbrenner Tells Ozzie To 'Shut It Up'
Ozzie Guillen already has apologized for criticizing Alex Rodriguez, but George Steinbrenner felt inclined to defend his star in a way only he could.
Johnson And Posada Vow To Work Together
Randy Johnson finished his first bullpen session of spring training, and Jorge Posada walked up to give the Big Unit a handshake.
Mussina Wants To Return In 2007
Mike Mussina's six-year, $88.
Yankees Sign Deal With Erickson
The Yankees have agreed to a minor-league deal with pitcher Scott Erickson today, Newsday has learned.
Pavano Hurt Already
Carl Pavano, who missed the second half of last season because of a shoulder injury, has lower back discomfort that will prevent him from throwing off a mound until around March 1.
Clemens' Mother Wanted Him To Retire
Before she passed away, Roger Clemens' mom wanted him to move on.
Yankees Claim Rasner Off Waivers
The New York Yankees claimed right-hander Darrell Rasner off waivers from the Washington Nationals on Saturday.
Jeter Thinks Clemens Will Pitch This Year
New York Yankees captain Derek Jeter thinks Roger Clemens will pitch in the majors this season.
Yankees Keep Arms Open For Rocket
Roger Clemens has still not decided if he will pitch in the major leagues this season, so the Yankees are ready to pounce if he elects to return.
Dotel's Elbow Feeling Better Than Expected
Octavio Dotel struck a perfect spring training pose yesterday, leaning back on a picnic table at the Yankees' minor-league complex and nearly matching the excitement of the autograph seekers outside.
Yankees Head To Arbitration With Chacon
It looks as if the Yankees and Shawn Chacon are headed for an arbitration hearing next Monday in St.
Taxpayers May Pick Up Bill For New Yankee Stadium
A proposed new Yankee Stadium in the Bronx might cost New York taxpayers almost $500 million in subsidies and lost tax revenue, a nonprofit group said.
Could Yanks Finish Season With Clemens And Pettitte?
The only mystery surrounding Roger Clemens' return now seems to be which team he'll return to.
Damon Thinks Manny Should Defect To The Yanks
Johnny Damon praised his former Red Sox teammate Manny Ramirez for his exceptional ability and for urging the Red Sox to sign David Ortiz.
Nationals Sign Felix Rodriguez
Reliever Felix Rodriguez agreed Tuesday to a $600,000, one-year contract with the Washington Nationals.
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