Campaign for 2012

Chasing Records | October 11, 2011

The New York Yankees and their fans are still reeling from the early October exit at the hands of the Detroit Tigers. Let’s face it, no one, and I mean no one, thought the Yankees were going to lose a Game Five at home. AJ Burnett had pitched probably his second biggest game [...]

In a Class of His Own

Chasing Records | September 16, 2011

Before my next post on Tuesday morning, it’s possible that Mariano Rivera could be the all time saves leader. He needs one to tie Trevor Hoffman at 601, and two to break the record. It’s also remotely possible that Rivera won’t break it this season. Maybe the Yankees lose a few, or [...]

Six-Man Rotation to Stay

Chasing Records | September 5, 2011

The New York Yankees and Joe Girardi decided to stick with his six-man rotation. Girardi was supposedly going to make a big announcement after the game, but his announcement was nothing new.
I’m in favor of the six-man rotation as it allows CC Sabathia an extra days rest. He is the most important arm of the [...]

Bombs Away!

Chasing Records | August 19, 2011

Instant replay giveth, and instant replay taketh away. One night after falling victim to a bogus home run call, instant replay helped the New York Yankees in Minnesota, as a Justin Morneau homerun was ruled a foul. Fortunately, the bombs hit by the Yankees stayed inside the lines, helping CC Sabathia get his [...]

Birthday Bummer

Chasing Records | July 22, 2011

Birthday Bummer
CC Sabathia turned 31 on Thursday, and on any given night, you’d give your right arm for an 8 inning, 2 run performance. Unfortunately, no other Yankees showed up to the party, as James Shields wouldn’t let them in the door. Shields and Sabathia were locked in yet another [...]