Yankees general manager says pitching needs patching

2011-02-04T13:01:11Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman admitted the path to a 28th World Series championship got a little harder with Friday's retirement of pitcher Andy Pettitte.

Andy Pettitte says heart not in it for another season

2011-02-04T13:00:49Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Andy Pettitte said on Friday that his body was willing but his heart was just not in it for a run at a sixth World Series title with the New York Yankees.

"My arm feels great. My body feels great," Pettitte, 38, told a standing-room only news conferen...

Pettitte to retire after 16-year career

2011-02-03T17:31:24Z

Andy Pettitte, a pitcher on five World Series champions with the New York Yankees in his 16-year Major League Baseball career, will announce his retirement on Friday, the Yankees said Thursday.

The 38-year-old left-hander will end his career despite hopes by the Yankees that they might coa...

Yankees pitcher Pettitte to announce retirement

2011-02-03T12:00:16Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte will hold a news conference at Yankee Stadium Friday morning to announce his retirement, the American League team said ...

Looking Ahead to 2011: Free Agent Starting Pitchers

2010-11-29T14:51:53Z

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New York Yankees all-time win leading pitchers

2010-11-29T15:52:41Z

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Biography: Andy Pettitte

2010-11-29T15:52:45Z

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Reasons the Yankees will or will not win the pennant

2010-11-29T15:42:18Z

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What types of people go to baseball stadiums

2010-11-29T15:42:01Z

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Yankees and Phillies--Who will win the World Series?

2010-11-03T02:54:15Z

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Tonights Game...Yankees vs Phillies

2010-11-03T02:54:29Z

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Lee, Hamilton give Rangers 2-0 lead over Yankees

2010-10-18T18:30:11Z

Cliff Lee's pitching, Josh Hamilton's 2-run homer give Rangers 2-0 lead over Yankees

Cliff Lee breezed through his first nine batters and Josh Hamilton hit a two-run homer off Andy Pettitte, giving the Texas...

Postseason ace vs. October pro in Game 3 of ALCS

2010-10-17T18:00:14Z

Cliff Lee vs. Andy Pettitte in Game 3 of ALCS: The postseason ace and the ol' October pro

Cliff Lee and Andy Pettitte. The postseason ace against that ol' October pro.

With the best-of-seven AL championship series tied at one apiece, the scene shifts to Yankees delay setting their AL championship series rotation against Rangers

The Yankees have changed up their rotation for the AL championship series against Texas.

CC Sabathia will start Friday night's opener in Texas, with Phil Hughes now set to pitch Game 2. A capsule look at the Yankees-Rangers matchup in the AL championship series

A look at the best-of-seven American League championship series between the New York Yankees and Texas Rangers:

Schedule: (All times EDT) Game 1, Friday, at Arlington, Te...

Yankees win

2010-11-03T00:52:12Z

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Sweep of Twins gives banged-up Yanks time to heal

2010-10-10T22:00:16Z

Sweep of Twins gives banged-up Yankees 5 days to heal before facing Rangers or Rays

They had stumbled into October, playing the last two months of the season as if they were just another team, failing at the plate and on the mound uncharacteristically often.

For only the third time in their proud history, and the first since 1944, they failed to hold on after leading on Labor D...

Rangers on brink of first AL playoff series victory

2010-10-08T09:24:23Z

Texas slugger Michael Young smacked a three-run home run to help power the Rangers past Tampa Bay 6-0 on Thursday and put the team on the brink of its first playoff series triumph.

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Yankees overtake Twins for 2-0 series lead

2010-10-08T09:24:13Z

MINNEAPOLIS (Reuters) - The New York Yankees followed a familiar plot line to beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 Thursday and move within one victory of reaching the A capsule look at the Yankees-Twins playoff series

A look at the best-of-five American League division series between the New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins:

Schedule: (All times EDT) Game 1, Wednesday, at Minneapolis (8:37 p.m.); Game 2, Th...

Pettitte to start Game 2 for Yanks, Hughes Game 3

2010-10-05T16:45:07Z

Andy Pettitte to start Game 2 for Yankees, Phil Hughes goes in Game 3

The New York Yankees have bumped struggling starter A.J. Burnett to the bullpen for the Reuters) - Falling out of first place in the AL East hurt, but of greater concern to the New York Yankees after their 10-8 defeat Friday by the Boston Red Sox was the form of starter

Red Sox hold off Yanks 10-8, knock NY out of first

2010-09-24T19:30:18Z

Beckett, Red Sox hold off Yankees 10-8 to knock New York out of first place in AL East

Andy Pettitte was chased early, ineffective in his second start since being activated from the disabled list, and the Boston Red Sox

PITCHER: A.J. Burnett, SP, Yankees

2010-10-07T08:31:52Z

Yankees faces hard challenges

Dan Johnson, the Rays' hero in their 4-3 victory over the Yankees on Wednesday night, called the three-game series "as close to a playoff atmosphere as you can get without actually being in the playoffs."

And just think: The playoffs don't begin for 20 days. The first-place Rays, meanwhile, are 31 games over Scott homers off Rivera, then scores game-winner as Orioles beat Yankees 4-3 in 11 innings

Luke Scott tied the game with a ninth-inning homer off Mariano Rivera, then scored the winning run in the 11th to give the Baltimore Orioles a 4-3 victory over ...

Yanks' Pettitte goes 4 neat innings in rehab start

2010-09-09T17:30:12Z

Needing reliable postseason pitchers, Yankees see Pettitte pitch 4 neat innings in rehab start

New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte began a minor league rehabilitation start Thursday night by breezing through Double-A hitters as he works his way back from a groin injury.

Pettitte allowed two hits in four in...

Rodriguez, Pettitte getting closer to return

2010-09-04T09:50:04Z

New York Yankees stars Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte getting closer to return from injuries

Injured stars Alex Rodriguez and Andy Pettitte are getting closer to rejoining the New York Yankees.

Pettitte threw 50 pitches in a simulated game Saturday morning at Pettitte's simulated game called off because of stiffness

Andy Pettitte's simulated game Thursday in Tampa was called off when the New York Yankees left-hander's left flexor tendon stiffened.

Pettitte was placed on the disabled list July 20 with a strained left groin. He was 11-2 with a 2.88 earne...

Pettitte making progress in strained-groin rehab

2010-07-27T12:00:14Z

Yankees LHP Andy Pettitte continues making progress in rehab program for a strained left groin

Andy Pettitte is making more progress in his rehab program for a strained left groin.

The New York Yankees pitcher was "feeling good" after going through a series of running and agility drills Tuesday at the team's spring training complex. The l...

Yankees' Pettitte hoping to be back soon

2010-07-24T09:30:24Z

Yankees All-Star Andy Pettitte plays toss, says he hopes to return long before team expects

Andy Pettitte has already been in Joe Girardi's ear, telling the Yankees manager at every turn that he feels fine and could be back soon, despite a left groin strain that the team expects to keep him ...

Yankees set to deal with first post-Steinbrenner issue

2010-07-20T11:30:17Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - With an injury to Andy Pettitte disrupting the rotation, the New York Yankees face their first big operational question in the post-George Steinbrenner era: patch up the problem internally or deal for a top pitche...

Yankees starter Pettitte headed to disabled list

2010-07-19T09:16:33Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Yankees veteran left-hander Andy Pettitte strained a groin muscle during Sunday's game against the Tampa Bay Rays and was expected to be placed on the disabled list, club officials said.

The 38-year-old Petti...

Pettitte injures groin, Yankees beat Price, Rays

2010-07-18T17:15:11Z

Andy Pettitte injures groin, but Yankees rally to beat All-Star David Price and Rays 9-5

For the second day in a row, a New York Yankees starter left early with an injury. This time, it will hurt.

Andy Pettitte strained his left groin Sunday and is expected to mis...

Yankees' Pettitte leaves game with strained groin

2010-07-18T12:15:38Z

Yankees LHP Andy Pettitte leaves game against Tampa Bay with strained left groin

Andy Pettitte left the New York Yankees' game against Tampa Bay in the third inning Sunday because of a strained left groin.

Making his first start since pitching in the All-Star game Tuesday night, ...

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2010-11-02T12:24:12Z

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Pettitte added to All-Star team, replaces Buchholz

2010-07-05T20:30:07Z

Andy Pettitte added to AL All-Star team to replace injured Red Sox starter Clay Buchholz

Andy Pettitte is an AL All-Star — again.

Pettitte will replace injured Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz for next Tuesday night's game at Ang...

Yankees rally to beat Dodgers 8-6 in 10 innings

2010-06-27T21:30:12Z

Yankees rally to beat Dodgers 8-6 in 10 innings on 2-run homer by Robinson Cano

Robinson Cano hit a two-run homer in the 10th inning after the Yankees rallied with four runs in the ninth off Dodgers closer Jonathan B...

Pettitte becomes third Yankees pitcher with 200 wins

2010-06-11T20:45:07Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Andy Pettitte became just the third pitcher to win 200 games in a New York Yankees uniform as the left-hander helped lead his team to a 4-3 victory over the Houston Astros on Friday.

With the win, Pettitte joins

Pettitte leads Yankees past Astros 4-3

2010-06-11T18:45:30Z

Andy Pettitte pitched into 8th inning as New York Yankees beat Houston Astros 4-3

Andy Pettitte threw 7 1-3 sharp innings in his first career start against his hometown team, reaching a couple of milestones and helping the New York Yankees beat the Houston Astros 4-3 on Friday night.

Aceves, Yankees hang on to beat Orioles 7-5

2010-05-05T15:45:45Z

Yankees' depleted bullpen struggles, hangs on to finish sweep of Orioles with 7-5 win

Nick Johnson and Nick Swisher homered, Mark Teixeira hit a two-run double and New York's depleted bullpen barely held on as the Ya...

Obama welcomes champion NY Yankees to White House

2010-09-15T14:22:38Z

Obama welcomes world champion New York Yankees to the White House

President Barack Obama celebrated the world champion Yankees on Monday for their heroics and character — and bemoaned that his Chicago White Sox...

Teixeira homers, Pettitte pitches Yanks past Texas

2010-04-19T17:46:44Z

Teixeira hits first HR, Pena's single helps Pettitte, Yankees beat wild Harden, Rangers 5-2

Mark Teixeira hit his first home run of the season and Ramiro Pena delivered a key single while filling in for an ailing Derek Jeter, leading Andy Pettitte<...

Yankees ready for latest addition to crown jewels

2010-06-16T12:17:36Z

Rings the thing: Yankees to celebrate for 27th time, hand out latest addition to crown jewels

When crowds last filled the new Yankee Stadium, the old ballpark across 161st Street stood shrouded in a dark screen that resembled a funeral cloak.

Now the old field of dreams mostly has been reduced to rubble. Only the right-field stands remain erect and awaiting demolition, overlooking the ground where t...

Yankees celebrate rings with opening win

2010-06-16T12:17:36Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Yankees collected their World Series rings before celebrating with a 7-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels in the Yankee Stadium season-opening game on Tuesday.

Yankees pitching schedule disrupted by rain

2010-03-21T13:45:08Z

Yankees pitching schedule messed up by rain, spent 2 hours to find innings for eight pitchers

Yankees manager Joe Girardi faced a pitching problem: too many pitchers and not enough innings.

Girardi and other team officials spent two hours after Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers was canceled by rain organizing plans for eight different pitc...

Werth hits 3-run homer as Phillies top Yankees 6-2

2010-06-16T12:17:11Z

Jayson Werth hits 3-run homer to lead Phillies to 6-2 victory over Yankees

Jayson Werth hit a three-run home run in the fifth inning to break open a tie game, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the New York Yankees 6-2 on Wednesday.

The home run was the second of the ...

Pettitte, Yankees agree to $11.75M, 1-year deal

2010-06-16T11:50:55Z

Andy Pettitte and New York Yankees agree to $11.75 million, 1-year contract

Andy Pettitte asked himself all the important questions: Was he ready to prepare for another long year? Could he top last season? Was his family on board?

And then he decided — rather quickly, too — he indeed wanted to pitch again for the New Y...

Pettitte agrees to terms with Yanks on one-year deal

2010-06-12T02:01:29Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte has agreed to terms on a one-year contract worth $11.75 million, the team said Wednesday.

The 37-year-old Pettitte went 14-8 with a 4.16 ERA this year, helping the Yankees win their first World Series since 2000.

Pettitte went 4-0 w...

Matsui, Damon not offered arbitration by Yankees

2010-06-12T02:01:55Z

World Series Most Valuable Player Hideki Matsui and star Johnny Damon were among those not offered salary arbitration by Tuesday's deadline by the Major League Baseball champion New York Yankees.

The Yankees declined to risk a possibl...

Pettitte, Tatis file for free agency on final day

2010-06-12T02:02:21Z

Andy Pettitte and Fernando Tatis file for free agency on final day, raising total to 171

The Yankees' Andy Pettitte and the Mets' Fernando Tatis have become the final players to file for free agency this year.

The pair fil...

Matsui powers Yankees to World Series title

2010-06-11T17:10:00Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Yankees beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 to win the World Series on Wednesday, the Bronx Bombers ending a nine-year wait for a 27th title with a 4-2 series victory over the defending champions.

Yankees turn attention to No 28

2010-06-16T11:51:56Z

With title No 27 secure, Yankees turn attention to championship No 28

The sign men were out bright and early at the Yankees minor league complex, sticking vinyl strips with a fresh, white "27" over the "26" that had been up on the board for nine, long years to mark the team's total of World Series titles.

Wind caused a few problems at the Himes complex in Ta...

Ecstasy in the Bronx! Yankees win title No. 27

2010-06-16T11:53:35Z

Ecstasy in the Bronx! Matsui, Yankees beat Phillies 7-3 to win record 27th World Series title

The New York Yankees bolted from the dugout even before the last grounder was scooped up. After waiting nine years for championship No. 27, no one would dare hold them back.

"It feels better than I remember it, man," captain Pettitte, Jeter, Rivera and Posada finally have another World Series title with Yankees

Jorge Posada tapped Andy Pettitte on the chest when it was time to leave. Derek Jeter watched from the mound, knowing exactly what it meant.

Along with

Matsui's 6 RBIs give Yankees 7-3 lead in Game 6

2010-06-16T11:53:30Z

Matsui ties World Series record with 6 RBIs as Yankees take 7-3 lead over Phillies in Game 6

Hideki Matsui tied the World Series record with six RBIs on a home run, single and double that each drove in two runs, and the New York Yankees led the Philadelphia Phillies 7-3 a...

Old foe Pedro stands between Yanks and 27th title

2010-06-16T11:52:37Z

Back home and on the cusp of a championship, Yankees turn to Pettitte against old foe Martinez

Andy Pettitte against Pedro Martinez, with the Yankees one win from ecstasy. Now that's a World Series matchup worth talking about. Still stalking that elusive 27th championship, New York tur...

Yankees will pitch Pettitte in Series game six

2010-06-16T11:52:43Z

Andy Pettitte, a 37-year-old southpaw who has helped the New York Yankees with four World Series titles, will start in game six of the Major League Baseball finals, manager Joe Girardi said on Tuesday.

The Yankees, seeking their 27th cr...

Martinez set, Pettitte likely for game six showdown

2010-06-16T11:52:46Z

Pedro Martinez will be asked to sustain Philadelphia's dream of back-to-back World Series titles in game six on Wednesday with Andy Pettitte likely to get the nod for the New York Yankees.

Pitching matchups became the focus after ...

Burnett to start World Series Game 5 for Yankees

2010-06-16T11:53:37Z

Burnett to start World Series Game 5 for Yankees; Pettitte could pitch Game 6 on short rest

A.J. Burnett will start Game 5 of the World Series for the New York Yankees on three days' rest Monday night.

Yankees manager Joe Girardi chose the Game 2 winner over Reversed home run call helps A-Rod, Yankees beat Phillies 8-5 to take 2-1 lead in World Series

Guess who showed up for Halloween dressed as sluggers?

The New York Yankees and Alex Rodriguez, whose double clanked off a television camera in the right-field corner and was ruled a home run i...

Yankees slug Phillies to grab Series lead

2010-06-16T11:53:41Z

Alex Rodriguez homered to break his slump with help from a historic video replay and the New York Yankees pounded Philadelphia 8-5 to seize the lead of the 105th World Series.

Hideki Matsui and Alex Rodriguez broke a slump with a historic home run and the New York Yankees found their slugging power to beat Philadelphia 8-5 and seize the lead in the World Series.

Hideki Matsui and Put another postseason win in Pettitte's column: Handy Andy pitches, hits Yankees over Phils

If the New York Yankees have any money left over after the World Series, they might consider buying a bunch of earplugs. Because Derek Jeter predicts they're going to hear it all winter from Andy Pettitt...

Sabathia to start Game 4 for Yankees

2010-06-16T11:53:52Z

Sabathia to start Game 4 for Yankees; Burnett and Pettitte could pitch on short rest, too

CC Sabathia actually likes starting on three days' rest.

"I hate to throw bullpens," the New York Yankees big man said. "I don't have to throw a bullpen when I pitch on three days' rest."

Sabathia will throw on short rest for the second time th...

Hamels used to look up to Pettitte as a kid

2010-06-16T11:54:00Z

Cole Hamels grew up watching Andy Pettitte, now wants to beat him in World Series

Cole Hamels grew up watching Andy Pettitte pitch important playoff games and still tries to imitate his icy glare on the mound.

When the Philadelphia Phillies and

Yanks beat Angels in 6 to advance to World Series

2010-06-16T11:55:49Z

Yankees beat Angels 5-2 in Game 6 of ALCS to advance to first World Series since 2003

The New York Yankees, baseball's biggest spenders, finally cashed in with their first pennant in six years Sunday night, beating the Los Angeles Angels 5-2 in Game 6 of the AL championship series behind the savvy pitching of tha...

Yankees celebrate return to the World Series

2010-06-16T11:55:38Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - First-timers and grizzled veterans savored victory and champagne in the clubhouse at the new $1.5 billion Yankee Stadium on Sunday after the Bronx Bombers booked their first trip to the World Series in six years.

Captain Dere...

Yankees beat Angels 5-2, advance to World Series

2010-06-16T11:55:45Z

Behind A-Rod and Andy Pettitte, Yankees beat Angels 5-2 to advance to World Series

They dashed from the dugout and in from the outfield, swarming Alex Rodriguez in a sea of pinstripes only steps from his spot at third base.

"I couldn't be more excited," he said. "I feel like a 10-year-old kid."

Making it to the World Series for the firs...

Game 6 of AL championship series postponed by rain

2010-06-16T11:56:03Z

Game 6 of ALCS between Yankees and Angels postponed by rain; rescheduled for Sunday night

An hour after Game 6 of the AL championship series was postponed, there was Andy Pettitte in a nearly empty Yankee Stadium, drenched in the pouring rain.

With his short hair soaked...

Rain postpones Yankees-Angels showdown

2010-06-16T11:55:57Z

Heavy rain in New York on Saturday forced Major League Baseball to postpone a crucial playoff matchup between the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Angels.

The sixth game in their best-of-seven A-Rod's swinging strong, but starting pitching in prime form for Yankees after sweep of Twins

CC Sabathia was superb, A.J. Burnett followed suit and Andy Pettitte added to his resume of postseason success.

While everyone was talki...

Rodriguez and Posada power Yanks back to ALCS

2010-06-16T11:57:48Z

Rodriguez and Posada homer off Pavano, Yankees beat Twins 4-1 for AL playoff sweep

After so many October misses, Alex Rodriguez delivered the playoff performance his talent demanded. Rodriguez and Jorge Posada hit seventh-inning home runs to spoil Andy Pettitte in line to test shoulder and start Monday versus AL West leading Angels

Andy Pettitte just wants Monday to arrive and get a true gauge of how his tired left shoulder is feeling.

The Yankees, already looking ahead to the postseason, would like to see a healthy Pettitte as well and...

This time, Yankees fight back with bats

2010-04-16T10:18:42Z

This time, Yankees fight back with bats in 5-4 win over Blue Jays

This time the Yankees fought back with their bats.

Hideki Matsui hit a tying, two-run homer in the eighth inning off Scott Downs, Francisco Cervelli hit...

Pettitte dominates as Yankees beat Orioles

2010-04-16T10:33:41Z

Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte retired the first 20 batters he faced before his perfect game and no-hit bid was spoiled in the seventh inning of New York's 5-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.

Pettitte was poised to complete seven innings without allowing a baserunner when former Oriole Jerry Ha...

If you play the waiting game youll lose

2010-10-22T08:58:30Z

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Rivera adds to legacy as elite closer

2010-06-16T12:00:45Z

Mariano Rivera adds to legacy as 1 of game's elite closers with 500th save

Mariano Rivera has seen all the histrionics by some closers. It's fine, he said, because it's part of their personalities.

Rivera has his own way of celebrating a big save for the Yankees.

"I go home," he said. "Simple as that. As quick as I finish, I go home."

Rivera went home Sunday night with his 500th save, ge...

Yankees streak of errorless games ends at 18

2010-04-16T11:59:08Z

The New York Yankees' record streak of games without an error ended at 18 as catcher Jorge Posada threw the ball into center field on Elvis Andrus' fourth-inning steal of second base for Texas.

Posada's error, which allowed Andrus to get to third, was ...

Yankees' errorless streak ends at 18 games

2010-04-16T11:59:14Z

Jorge Posada's bad throw ends Yankees' errorless streak at 18 games

The Yankees' record-setting errorless streak ended at 18 games when catcher Jorge Posada threw the ball into center field on Elvis Andrus' fourth-inning steal of second base in Tuesday night's game against Yankees LHP Andy Pettitte will start Wednesday against Texas

New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte says he will make his scheduled start against Texas on Wednesday after leaving his last outing with a stiff back.

Pettitte first appeared to strain his back in the fourth inning Friday against t...

Peralta has 3 RBIs, Tribe rallies past Yankees 5-4

2010-04-16T12:03:09Z

Peralta drives in 3, including winner in ninth as Indians edge Yankees 5-4

Jhonny Peralta drove in three runs with three hits, including the game-winning single with one out in the ninth inning as the Cleveland Indians defeated the New York Yankees 5-4 Sunday.

Peralta lin...

Ellsbury steals home, Red Sox sweep Yankees

2010-04-16T13:35:06Z

Boston's Ellsbury steals home as Red Sox beat Yankees for 10th straight win and series sweep.

Jacoby Ellsbury stole home and the Boston Red Sox ran off with a three-game sweep of the New York Yankees.

Boston's speedster surprised left-hander Red Sox speedster Jacoby Ellsbury steals home against Andy Pettitte of New York Yankees

Jacoby Ellsbury became the first player to steal home this season, doing it for the Boston Red Sox against Andy Pettitte of the New York...

Yankees and Athletics rained out

2010-04-16T14:58:42Z

Yankees and Athletics washed away in first rainout at new Yankee Stadium

It didn't take long for another first at the new Yankee Stadium: the first rainout.

Afternoon showers and a forecast for more rain in the evening caused the Yankees to call Monday night's game against the

Posada catches for first time since surgery

2010-09-01T12:18:08Z

Jorge Posada catches for first time since shoulder surgery in Yankees' 5-1 win over Twins

Jorge Posada, Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees had a big day.

Posada caught for the first time since right shoulder surgery last July, and Pettitte threw three scoreless innings in New Yor...

Pettitte makes first start of spring for Yankees

2010-04-16T16:09:17Z

Andy Pettitte makes first spring training start in Yankees' 6-2 loss to Toronto

Andy Pettitte felt so good that the New York Yankees let him pitch longer than his scheduled one-inning stint in his first spring training start.

Pettitte allowed one hit over 1 2-3 scoreless in...

Sources: Pettitte talked to feds in Clemens probe

2010-04-16T14:20:26Z

Sources: Feds interviewed Pettitte in inquiry whether Clemens used performance-enhancing drugs

Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.

Two people familiar with the case told Wall of teammates will join A-Rod, but extent he's willing to detail drug use unclear

Alex Rodriguez will have a thick pinstriped wall of New York Yankees looking on during his news conference Tuesday, with teammates coalescing around A-Rod following his admission that he used banned drugs.

The Yankees still didn't know how many specifi...

Pettitte, Yankees agree at $5.5 million

2010-04-16T15:10:19Z

Back in the Bronx: Andy Pettitte, Yankees agree to $5.5 million, 1-year contract

Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros.

Still, the 36-yea...

Yankees ink hurler Pettitte to one-year deal

2010-04-16T15:10:29Z

Veteran pitcher Andy Pettitte signed a one-year contract with the New York Yankees on Monday, three weeks after he snubbed a reported 10 million-dollar offer from the Major League Baseball Club.

The new deal is reported to be worth five to six million dollars, with incentives that could in...

Questions on Pettitte, Clemens for Astros

2010-04-16T15:12:19Z

Questions on Pettitte, Clemens as Astros launch youth academy

As the Houston Astros were celebrating the development of a new youth academy Friday, owner Drayton McLane was talking about the possibility of Andy Pettitte returning to the team and whether he expects C.C. Sabathia, the Yankees took the unusual step this week of not offering arbitration to both Bobby Abreu, last season’s starting right fielder, and starting pitcher Andy Pettitte.

The c...

ALCS Yankees Rangers Baseball

2010-10-23T01:01:38Z

New York Yankees relief pitcher Kerry Wood, left, and starting pitcher Andy Pettitte hang on the dugout rail in the eighth inning of Game 6 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton hits a two run home run off New York Yankees starting pitcher Andy Pettitte in the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's American League Champ...

ALCS Rangers Yankees Baseball

2010-10-18T18:31:18Z

New York Yankees starting pitcher Andy Pettitte pauses after giving up a two-run home run to Texas Rangers' Josh Hamilton in the first inning of Game 3 of baseball's Amer...

ALDS Yankees Twins Baseball

2010-10-08T09:21:20Z

New York Yankees starting pitcher Andy Pettitte throws during the fifth inning of Game 2 of baseball's American League Division Series against the Minnesota Twins, Thursday, Oct. 7, 2010, in ...

Yankees Red Sox Baseball

2010-10-05T17:00:18Z

New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte pitches in the first inning of the first game of a baseball doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox, Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

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