The Good
Melky Cabrera went 4-5 and hit for the cycle, the first Yankee to do so in 14 years! But in a clear attempt to steal the show, Marky T stole a base yesterday. His second of the season. Mariano Rivera got a 4 out save.
The Bad
Jorge Posada came in as a pinch hitter and struck out. He should be ashamed for himself and his family.
The Ugly
CC Sabathia went 7 innings and allowed 5 runs. He didn't pitch horribly but had some bad innings. The thing is, his season ERA is now at 3.95. I'm pretty sure that's not what the Yankees expected when he signed for $161 million.
Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children
The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Yesterday, Melky hit his 10th homerun of the season as he went on to hit for the cycle.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 10hr = $10.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Total = $154.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
Monday, August 3, 2009
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Yanks Drop Third Straight
The Good
The 2004 Red Sox are quickly turning into the 2003 Texas Rangers. Nomar is definitely on that list. I don't mean to take so much pleasure in this, but it's all I'm left with after today's game.
The Bad
The Yankees were beat like circus animals who misperformed in front of the circus owners. 4-14? Seriously? You'll never jump through a flaming hoop in this town again!
The Ugly
Animal cruelty. It is neither funny nor a source of humor. Shame on you RJG!
Today's edition of 'The Ugly' drafted by our very own Bucky the Bear.
The Athletic Feat Named After an Epic Poet
The Yankees didn't deserve to hit any home runs today and they didn't. I for one would be angry to know we would have to pay money as a result of this game, even if it was for children.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Total = $153.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
The 2004 Red Sox are quickly turning into the 2003 Texas Rangers. Nomar is definitely on that list. I don't mean to take so much pleasure in this, but it's all I'm left with after today's game.
The Bad
The Yankees were beat like circus animals who misperformed in front of the circus owners. 4-14? Seriously? You'll never jump through a flaming hoop in this town again!
The Ugly
Animal cruelty. It is neither funny nor a source of humor. Shame on you RJG!
Today's edition of 'The Ugly' drafted by our very own Bucky the Bear.
The Athletic Feat Named After an Epic Poet
The Yankees didn't deserve to hit any home runs today and they didn't. I for one would be angry to know we would have to pay money as a result of this game, even if it was for children.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Total = $153.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
Ortiz Less and Less Likable by the Day
I've never disliked David Ortiz. He's always been an affable personality that was hard to hate. Don't get me wrong, I hated the player for what he did to my Yankees on a regular basis, but never had anything bad to say about the person.
The disclosure of a failed 2003 drug test didn't change that, but the scales are starting to tip in the other direction. According to this article in the Boston Globe, Ortiz was notified in 2004 that he had failed the survey drug test, making Ortiz's claim that he was "blindsided" by the revelation total bullsh-t.
Granted, he may not have been told in 2004 what he tested positive for, so I understand him wanting to find out before addressing the media, but as time goes on and the silence continues, he looks worse and worse.
The disclosure of a failed 2003 drug test didn't change that, but the scales are starting to tip in the other direction. According to this article in the Boston Globe, Ortiz was notified in 2004 that he had failed the survey drug test, making Ortiz's claim that he was "blindsided" by the revelation total bullsh-t.
Granted, he may not have been told in 2004 what he tested positive for, so I understand him wanting to find out before addressing the media, but as time goes on and the silence continues, he looks worse and worse.
Sergio Mitre Not the Best Stopper in the Game
The Good
I'm convinced that Eric Hinske only hits homeruns. He must be swinging for the fences in hope of more playing time. Hasn't worked out yet.
A-Rod went 3-5 with an RBI.
The Bad
Melancon was the only reliever not to give up a run yesterday. David Robertson did okay, but Aceves' shoulder still looks fatigued. It could be rust, but his next appearance should tell.
The Ugly
Sergio Mitre went 3 innings allowing 5 runs. Something told me he wouldn't get the job done. Not for nothing, but we could really use another starter.
Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children
The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Eric Hinske has been very beneficial to the Children's Health Fund in his limited playing time. We thank you Mr. Hinske.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Total = $153.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
I'm convinced that Eric Hinske only hits homeruns. He must be swinging for the fences in hope of more playing time. Hasn't worked out yet.
A-Rod went 3-5 with an RBI.
The Bad
Melancon was the only reliever not to give up a run yesterday. David Robertson did okay, but Aceves' shoulder still looks fatigued. It could be rust, but his next appearance should tell.
The Ugly
Sergio Mitre went 3 innings allowing 5 runs. Something told me he wouldn't get the job done. Not for nothing, but we could really use another starter.
Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children
The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Eric Hinske has been very beneficial to the Children's Health Fund in his limited playing time. We thank you Mr. Hinske.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Total = $153.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
Friday, July 31, 2009
Yankees Acquire Jerry Hairston Jr.
Since the greatest Yankee need was to figure out who should replace Angel Berroa the Yankees have traded for Reds Utility guy, Jerry Hairston Jr. Jerry has played several positions this season including second, short, third and the outfield. Jerry Hairston Jr. will likely slot in behind Cody Ransom and Ramiro Pena on the utility infielder depth chart, and behind Eric Hinske for the bench. Its not like we've lost a pitcher for the season or anything.
I Actually Feel Bad For This Guy
After reading this column by Dan Shaughnessy in the Boston Globe, I actually feel bad for this guy. It's a bit of an overreaction, but I can see why Shaughnessy is so crushed by the Ortiz revelation. He goes as far as to say that the 2004 and 2007 Boston championships are tainted, and that the Sox's cheaters were just better than the Yankees' cheaters.
I don't know if that is fair, but there is no question two "cheats" were on their championship teams and that they were the reason they did as well as they did. I will, however, hold off on fully judging Ortiz until I know what he took.
The funny thing is, I'm not sure Yankee fans feel the same way about their championships, where tainting is concerned. I mean, Pettitte used while in Houston (pronounced House-ton if you're from New York), Clemens never pitched particularly well in the post-season, and A-Rod never won one, so it's a moot point.
As Shaughnessy pointed out, Ortiz was nothing before he came to Boston, exploded, then started to suck again when testing was implemented. That's part of the problem for Sox fans right now. No way to get around the fact that their most dominant offensive player was almost certainly dominant because he cheated. Ouch.
I don't know if that is fair, but there is no question two "cheats" were on their championship teams and that they were the reason they did as well as they did. I will, however, hold off on fully judging Ortiz until I know what he took.
The funny thing is, I'm not sure Yankee fans feel the same way about their championships, where tainting is concerned. I mean, Pettitte used while in Houston (pronounced House-ton if you're from New York), Clemens never pitched particularly well in the post-season, and A-Rod never won one, so it's a moot point.
As Shaughnessy pointed out, Ortiz was nothing before he came to Boston, exploded, then started to suck again when testing was implemented. That's part of the problem for Sox fans right now. No way to get around the fact that their most dominant offensive player was almost certainly dominant because he cheated. Ouch.
Pettitte Sharp, but White Sox Sharper
The Good
Pettitte had a strong performance, and the honest truth is he should have been left in the game. His final line was 6.1 innings with 2 runs, 1 earned. He struck out 8 with no walks. The problem came in the 7th when he got a weak ground ball from Thome, but he slipped while trying to grab it and Thome reached first on the error. Then after striking out Konerko, Pierzynski got a single, and Pettitte was then pulled from the game. He was throwing fine. He had just gotten a groundball that he misplayed and struck out a batter. With the bottom third of the lineup up to bat, was it really necessary to yank him from the game? But alas, I'm not the manager for the New York Yankees.
The Bad
Coke looked a bit rusty after his recent inactivity, allowing the winning run to score.
The Ugly
Any time you tie a game in the 9th, its a basic rule that you should win the game. If you're not going to win the game, then why bother tieing it? So shame on the Yankees for keeping their fans up for the bottom of the 9th for no good reason.
Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children
The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Nick Swisher hit a homerun in the 9th to tie the game. Though we may not have won the game, his 17th homerun of the season has given the Children's Health Fund an extra dollar. Thank you Nickity Swish.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 4hr = $4.00
Total = $152.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
Pettitte had a strong performance, and the honest truth is he should have been left in the game. His final line was 6.1 innings with 2 runs, 1 earned. He struck out 8 with no walks. The problem came in the 7th when he got a weak ground ball from Thome, but he slipped while trying to grab it and Thome reached first on the error. Then after striking out Konerko, Pierzynski got a single, and Pettitte was then pulled from the game. He was throwing fine. He had just gotten a groundball that he misplayed and struck out a batter. With the bottom third of the lineup up to bat, was it really necessary to yank him from the game? But alas, I'm not the manager for the New York Yankees.
The Bad
Coke looked a bit rusty after his recent inactivity, allowing the winning run to score.
The Ugly
Any time you tie a game in the 9th, its a basic rule that you should win the game. If you're not going to win the game, then why bother tieing it? So shame on the Yankees for keeping their fans up for the bottom of the 9th for no good reason.
Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children
The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Nick Swisher hit a homerun in the 9th to tie the game. Though we may not have won the game, his 17th homerun of the season has given the Children's Health Fund an extra dollar. Thank you Nickity Swish.
Jorge Posada 13hr = $13.00
Hideki Matsui 15hr = $15.00
Derek Jeter 11hr = $11.00
Mark Teixeira 26hr = $26.00
Nick Swisher 17hr = $17.00
Robinson Cano 16hr = $16.00
Johnny Damon 17hr = $17.00
Melky Cabrera 9hr = $9.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 19hr = $19.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 4hr = $4.00
Total = $152.00
If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Time to Release the List
Another two names from the infamous list of 103 players have been released, once again dredging up the past and leading everyone to wonder who else is on that list. It's time for MLBPA to get it's head out of its arse and let MLB release the list. That being said, it is not enough to release the names. What the players tested positive for must also be disclosed.
Here's why. There are many non-steroid substances that are banned by MLB's drug policy. When A-Rod admitted to his steroid use, he mentioned an over the counter energy drink that he used to take while in Seattle that was now banned. To my knowledge this drink does not contain steroids but some other banned substance. This is why the drug for which players tested positive must be released, since a positive test does not inherently mean a player took steroids, which is what everyone assumes. That is unfair to the players, minus those who took steroids and ruined the game by making it popular again.
Baseball and the MLBPA have to do the right thing here. Get the names and substances out there and let's move beyond this.
Here's why. There are many non-steroid substances that are banned by MLB's drug policy. When A-Rod admitted to his steroid use, he mentioned an over the counter energy drink that he used to take while in Seattle that was now banned. To my knowledge this drink does not contain steroids but some other banned substance. This is why the drug for which players tested positive must be released, since a positive test does not inherently mean a player took steroids, which is what everyone assumes. That is unfair to the players, minus those who took steroids and ruined the game by making it popular again.
Baseball and the MLBPA have to do the right thing here. Get the names and substances out there and let's move beyond this.
George Mitchell Floored By New Report
The New York Times today broke the story that in 2003 both Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz had tested positive for performance enhancing drugs. This story has completely shaken the world off its axis. Though by world we refer only to people who refer to themselves as "members of Red Sox Nation. Yeah, I'm sooooooo cool."
Among those whose world has been shaken: George Mitchell. The former U.S. Senator and PED investigator could not believe that Ortiz had taken performance enhancers.
"Wow," said Mitchell. "I mean, when I did my report, I talked to a couple guys who'd spent time in New York because I just knew that there was no way New York could've been so good in the late 90s. Think about it, we had Nomar, but they always won. They always won. I just knew that all of the performance enhanced players were on that team."
News of Ortiz's PED use raises questions about how fair and balanced Mitchell's report was, considering his strong ties to the Red Sox. Mitchell denied any bias on his part.
"I was in no way biased in my report on PED use in New York . . . I mean baseball. That report was fair. I even had my good friend Bill O'Reilly take a look and he assured me that it was the best piece of unbiased investigatory writing he'd ever read."
Nonetheless, there are still skeptics. "How come youse guys nehva looked at tha 2003 list?" complained Brooklyn resident and loyal WFAN listener Tony. Mitchell's response? "Ortiz was on it, I wasn't going to cite that."
Indeed.
Among those whose world has been shaken: George Mitchell. The former U.S. Senator and PED investigator could not believe that Ortiz had taken performance enhancers.
"Wow," said Mitchell. "I mean, when I did my report, I talked to a couple guys who'd spent time in New York because I just knew that there was no way New York could've been so good in the late 90s. Think about it, we had Nomar, but they always won. They always won. I just knew that all of the performance enhanced players were on that team."
News of Ortiz's PED use raises questions about how fair and balanced Mitchell's report was, considering his strong ties to the Red Sox. Mitchell denied any bias on his part.
"I was in no way biased in my report on PED use in New York . . . I mean baseball. That report was fair. I even had my good friend Bill O'Reilly take a look and he assured me that it was the best piece of unbiased investigatory writing he'd ever read."
Nonetheless, there are still skeptics. "How come youse guys nehva looked at tha 2003 list?" complained Brooklyn resident and loyal WFAN listener Tony. Mitchell's response? "Ortiz was on it, I wasn't going to cite that."
Indeed.
Can't Say I Didn't See This Coming
Apparently, David Ortiz was on the 2003 steroid list. At least that's what the New York Times is reporting citing lawyers who have knowledge of the test results. Is it really a surprise?
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