Injured Yankees reliever Feliciano might miss season

2011-04-14T15:30:06Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - New York Yankees left-handed reliever Pedro Feliciano may be done for the season after tests showed a capsule tear in his left shoulder that might require surgery, the 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.

Soriano deal got Steinbrenner nod

2011-01-19T20:30:29Z

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner, whose late father, George, was a famously "hands on" owner, overruled general manager Brian Cashman in giving a 35 million-dollar deal to relief pitcher Rafael Soriano.

Cashman said Wednesday that the Yankees...

Martin finalizes $4 million deal with Yankees

2010-12-16T11:00:57Z

Catcher Russell Martin finalizes $4 million, 1-year contract with New York Yankees

Catcher Russell Martin finalized a $4 million, one-year contract with the New York Yankees on Thursday.

Martin will become the primary catcher, with Jorge Posada shifting to...

Yankees GM to play guest elf descending building

2010-11-30T17:00:38Z

Yankees GM Brian Cashman to play elf, descend Connecticut building with rope this weekend

If negotiations with Derek Jeter haven't sent Brian Cashman climbing up a tree, they have the New York Yankees general man...

Jeter: Meeting with Yankees officials went well

2010-11-12T12:31:26Z

Jeter on free agency: Meeting with Yankees officials 'set the framework' and went well

Derek Jeter's grandmother has been joking that he doesn't have a job.

"Really it doesn't feel like there's anything different," the New York Yankees captain said Thursday about becoming a free agent for the first time. "I understan...

Cashman travels to Arkansas to court Lee

2010-11-10T12:00:46Z

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman travels to Arkansas to court Cliff Lee

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has traveled to Arkansas to meet with free-agent pitcher Cliff Lee.

Cashman was invited Tuesday by Lee's agent, Reuters) - A disappointing season and one more year of age for marquee players will make this offseason a complicated one for New York Yankees.

The sports franchise with the most valuable brand in the world faces re-signing aging fan favorites Derek Jeter

Yanks fire pitching coach Dave Eiland

2010-10-25T11:30:18Z

Yankees fire pitching coach Dave Eiland; GM Cashman says it has nothing to do with ALCS loss

Pitching coach Dave Eiland has been fired by the New York Yankees, the first move in what should be a busy offseason i...

Girardi ignores criticism, wants Yankees healthy

2010-09-23T17:45:07Z

Yankees manager Joe Girardi ignores criticism, trying to get team healthy for playoffs

In Yankeeland, a trip to the playoffs is not enough. It's the World Series or bust.

Thinking deep into October, manager Joe Girardi has taken considerable heat from fans and the New York media for several curious calls to the bullpen during the past couple of weeks that some think could hinder the club's chances of winn...

Torre visits new Yankee Stadium for the first time

2010-09-21T15:40:48Z

Back in the Bronx: Torre visits new Yankee Stadium for 1st time, embraces Brian Cashman

Joe Torre walked into new Yankee Stadium for the first time, signed the clubhouse wall alongside other pinstriped greats and ended his estrangement f...

Yankees unveil monument to George Steinbrenner

2010-09-21T15:40:42Z

George Steinbrenner honored with largest monument at Yankee Stadium

George Steinbrenner is now truly the biggest of the Yankees greats — as measured in Monument Park.

The colorful and combative owner was honored with the largest tribute in the team's storied are...

GM Cashman: Boss 'made me everything I am today'

2010-07-15T13:45:47Z

Yankees GM Brian Cashman on George Steinbrenner: 'He made me everything I am today'

Brian Cashman was a very visible target of George Steinbrenner's demanding style.

"He made me everything I am today," the New York Yankees general manager said Thursday. "He was a man th...

Bob Sheppard's funeral: a majestic voice stilled

2010-07-15T13:45:23Z

Echoes of a 'distinguished and dignified voice' resonate at funeral of Yankees' Bob Sheppard

Bob Sheppard considered himself a speech teacher more than a public address announcer, enlightening students about the importance of diction and elocution.

So imagine the pressure of speaking at his funeral.

"It was the most nervous I've ever ...

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2010-11-02T15:30:56Z

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Johnson surprised Yankees wanted him back

2010-06-12T02:00:20Z

Nick Johnson surprised New York Yankees wanted him back

Nick Johnson was surprised the New York Yankees wanted him back.

"Mark Teixeira's a great first baseman and a great player," he said. "I just thought there'd be no chance."

Johnson became the second p...

Vazquez back to Bronx as Cabrera heads to Braves

2010-06-16T11:50:11Z

Javy Vazquez back to the Bronx as the Melk-man goeth to the Atlanta Braves

When Javier Vazquez last threw a pitch for the New York Yankees, it was a nadir in the team's storied history. He gave up two homers to

Yankees revel in victory, tough decisions ahead

2010-06-16T11:51:45Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Yankees christened the new $1.5 billion Yankee Stadium the same way they opened "The House That Ruth Built" 86 years ago -- with a World Series title, the 27th for Major League Baseball's storie...

Cashing in with the best team that money can buy

2010-06-16T11:53:17Z

The Yankee way: Players want big bucks, but finding those tough enough to earn them is tricky

Brian Cashman leaned against the wall just outside manager Joe Girardi's office as the best players money can buy milled about inside a quiet, but quietly confident, clubhouse.

The longest-running gripe in baseball is the Yankees GM Brian Cashman says team will monitor number of home runs hit at new stadium

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday the team will monitor the number of home runs hit in its new stadium, but cautioned it's too soon to make a judgment and suggested it was part of a wider phenomenon.

Cashman, speaking at

A-Rod making progress in rehab

2010-04-16T15:52:42Z

A-Rod making progress in rehab, could move workouts from Colorado to Florida by April 13

Alex Rodriguez is making progress in rehab after hip surgery and could soon move his workouts from Colorado to the New York Yankees' spring training complex.

A firm date for the switch to Yankees GM Brian Cashman not optimistic about making trade for A-Rod fill-in

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman thinks he's unlikely to acquire a fill-in third baseman to replace Alex Rodriguez.

"I'm not optimistic about doing anything," Cashman said before the Yankees played ...

A-Rod to have hip surgery, miss 6-9 weeks

2010-04-16T16:10:05Z

Alex Rodriguez to have arthroscopic hip surgery, out 6-9 weeks; more surgery after season

Alex Rodriguez's spring training saga took another surprising turn: He's headed for hip surgery Monday that will sideline him for six to nine weeks — and that's not all.

The New York Yankees slugger will need a second operation after the season, as...

Surgery before opener still an option for A-Rod

2010-04-16T16:11:14Z

Girardi: Surgery before season opener still an option for Alex Rodriguez

The New York Yankees haven't made a final decision about how to treat Alex Rodriguez's hip injury.

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman took part in a two-hour conference call Friday night that included doc...

Hip check: A-Rod hopes to play through torn labrum

2010-04-16T16:12:09Z

Alex Rodriguez hopes to play through torn labrum in hip; Dodgers welcome back Manny Ramirez

While the Los Angeles Dodgers welcomed back Manny Ramirez, the New York Yankees held out hope for Alex Rodriguez.

The ...

A-Rod hopes to play season with injured right hip

2010-04-16T16:12:20Z

Yankees star Alex Rodriguez hopes to play this season with lorn labrum in his right hip

Alex Rodriguez will attempt to play this season with an injured right hip, hoping to avoid surgery and a four-month rehabilitation period. A cyst in the hip was drained Wednesday, and the New York Yankees third baseman will skip playing for the 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...

Cashman says Yankees should rally around A-Rod

2010-06-16T12:16:51Z

GM Brian Cashman says New York Yankees should rally around Alex Rodriguez

Brian Cashman thinks the Yankees should rally around Alex Rodriguez following a book in which former manager Joe Torre portrayed A-Rod as a divisive figure in the...

Reports: Torre takes swings at Yankees in new book

2010-06-16T12:16:51Z

Reports: Joe Torre takes swings at A-Rod, Cashman and Yankees in book due out next week

Joe Torre takes some harsh swings at Alex Rodriguez, Brian Cashman and the New York Yankees in a book due out early next month, according to New Yor...

Mark Teixeira joins the Bronx millionaires

2010-06-12T01:30:55Z

Mark Teixeira joins Bronx millionaires as Yankee Stadium has one more last hurrah

Mark Teixeira sat down with his wife on Dec. 12 to have dinner, his regular Friday "date night" with Leigh at the Vaquero Club in Westlake, Texas.

"I'd be...

Two aces, $243.5 million, and a lot of hopes

2010-06-16T12:09:47Z

Pair of aces: After spending $243.5 million, Yankees unveil CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett

Most teams triumphantly unveil a new ace. The New York Yankees presented a pair.

The sign board outside old Yankee Stadium beamed with ...

AP source: Yankees, Sabathia reach agreement

2010-04-16T13:53:16Z

AP source: New York Yankees, CC Sabathia agree to framework of $161 million, 7-year deal

CC Sabathia and the New York Yankees agreed Wednesday on the framework for a $161 million, seven-year contract, the richest for a pitcher in baseball history.

The Yankees and Sabathia's agents still need to work out all the details, a baseball officia...

Sabathia meets Cashman for second straight day

2010-04-16T13:55:09Z

Sabathia meets again with Yankees GM Brian Cashman; NY also interested in Burnett, Sheets

When it comes to CC Sabathia, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman sounded as if he were a high-roller battling the odds.

Sabathia met with the Yankees for the second straight day, and New Yo...

Padres GM says Peavy to be traded before meetings

2010-04-16T14:36:43Z

Padres general manager Kevin Towers says Jake Peavy to likely be traded before winter meetings

Jake Peavy probably will be traded by the San Diego Padres before the winter meetings next month. After spending four days at the annual general managers' meetings, Padres GM Kevin Towers said it is un...

Baseball playoffs start today with Brewers-Phils

2010-04-16T16:59:59Z

Baseball playoffs start today as Brewers play Phils, Dodgers take on Cubs, Red Sox face Angels

Baseball's playoffs begin this afternoon in Philadelphia with Game One of the National League Division Series between the East champion Phillies and wild-card Milw...

Cashman gets 3-year deal to remain Yankees' GM

2010-04-16T13:09:08Z

Brian Cashman to stay on as Yankees' GM, agreeing to 3-year contract that runs through 2011

Brian Cashman figures he has more work to do with the New York Yankees. After a sustained run of success, he wasn't about to leave on the heels of a failed season. Cashman is staying on as general manager of the Yankees, agreeing Tuesday to a three-year ...

Yankees reliever Rivera considers shoulder surgery

2010-04-16T13:12:32Z

Yankees closer Mariano Rivera considering offseason surgery on right shoulder

New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera is considering whether to have offseason surgery on his sore right shoulder. General manager Brian Cashman said before Friday night's scheduled game against the

Cashman says his own negotiations won't drag out

2010-04-16T13:12:34Z

Yankees GM Brian Cashman says his own contract negotiations won't drag out

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman says negotiations on his own contract won't drag out long.

Cashman said before Friday's scheduled game against the Boston Red Sox that he'll discuss his statu...

Hank Steinbrenner has emotional time with his dad

2010-04-16T13:13:30Z

Hank Steinbrenner has emotional time with dad, watching Yankee Stadium finale on TV

Hank Steinbrenner was all set to attend the final regular-season game at Yankee Stadium. Then he decided it was more important to watch it someplace else — with his dad, on TV.

So the New York...

Will the Yankees Make the Playoffs?

2010-10-14T07:02:08Z

One of the most amazing streaks in baseball history appears likely to end this year. The New York Yankees enter Monday 12.5 games out of first place in the AL East, closer to last than first, and seven games out of a wild-card spot as they attempt to reach the postseason for a 14th consecutive season.

Not what was expected for a team with a $200 million-plus payroll and...

Pudge Rodriguez gets early start to career with NY

2010-04-16T16:27:11Z

Pudge Rodriguez makes an early start to his career with the New York Yankees

Eighteen years into a Hall of Fame career, Ivan Rodriguez still displays a rookie's enthusiasm for crouching behind home plate on a regular basis.

So it was no surprise he was dropping off his gear at Y...

Posada to have season-ending shoulder surgery

2010-04-16T16:32:22Z

Yankees' All-Star catcher Jorge Posada opts to have season-ending shoulder surgery

If the New York Yankees are going to earn a 14th consecutive playoff berth, they'll have to do it without Jorge Posada.

The five-time All-Star catcher will have season-ending surgery on his right shoulder, ending his attempt to return to the lineup for New Yo...

Matsui surgery could lead Yanks to consider Bonds

2010-04-16T16:49:20Z

With Hideki Matsui possibly needing knee surgery, would Yanks consider signing Barry Bonds?

Hideki Matsui's left knee swelled, increasing the possibility he will need season-ending surgery and perhaps giving the New York Yankees reason to contemplate signing Barry Bonds.

General manage...

Hank Steinbrenner: Yankees' bats need to wake up

2010-04-16T16:58:24Z

Hank Steinbrenner: New York Yankees' bats need to wake up

Joe Girardi hadn't heard Hank Steinbrenner's searing comments about the New York Yankees. The manager didn't have to guess what they were about.

The team's co-chairman said Wednesday that the Yankees' lack of offensive p...

Yankees and Twins talking about Santana

2010-09-10T13:35:08Z

Yankees and Twins Start Trade Talks Involving Two-Time Cy Young Winner Johan Santana

The New York Yankees and Minnesota Twins have started trade talks involving Johan Santana. Yankees senior vice president

Pettitte declines option with Yankees

2010-09-10T10:08:18Z

Andy Pettitte Declines $16M Option to Return to Yankees and Is Unsure About Pitching in 2008

Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option with the New York Yankees, still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season.

"I have spoken with Brian Cashman, who has reiterated what

Yanks not willing to deal young pitchers

2010-09-10T09:11:06Z

Yankees Not Willing to Trade Their Young Pitchers, Even for Marlins 3B Miguel Cabrera

Hank Steinbrenner was clear on what the New York Yankees won't do to get Miguel Cabrera. "It's pretty obvious which players we're not going to trade," the owner's son said Wednesday, before ra...

World Series or bust for Yanks, Girardi

2010-09-10T08:21:52Z

Watch Your Back: New Yankees Manager Joe Girardi Given Mandate to Win World Series

The new Joe sounded more reticent than the old one. Joe Girardi appeared at Yankee Stadium for the first time since he was hired this week to replace Joe Torre, put on a pinstriped jersey with No. 27 and discussed his new...

'Insulted' Torre closes Yankees' chapter

2010-09-10T05:12:36Z

Terming Yankees' Contract Offer 'An Insult,' Joe Torre Says 'I Just Leave the Memories'

Joe Torre won't even set foot in Yankee Stadium anytime soon, not even to clean out his office. "I walked out of there, I'm not going back," he said. "I just leave the memories."

A day after he turned...

Yankees: If A-Rod opts out, he's gone

2010-09-09T15:10:30Z

Cashman: if A-Rod Opts Out, Yankees Won't Pursue Him As a Free Agent

If Alex Rodriguez opts out of his contract after this season, the New York Yankees insist they won't try to re-sign him.

"How can we? We lose all our money from Texas," Yankees general manager Yankees Reach Deal to Send Reliever Scott Proctor to Dodgers for Infielder Wilson Betemit

The New York Yankees traded workhorse reliever Scott Proctor to the Los Angeles Dodgers for infielder Wilson Betemit on Tuesda...

Giambi out indefinitely with foot injury

2010-09-08T23:30:57Z

Yankees' Jason Giambi Sidelined Indefinitely After Tearing Tissue in Arch of Left Foot

Jason Giambi will be sidelined at least three weeks and possibly far longer after tearing tissue in his left foot while rounding the bases on a home run.

The latest setback in a tumultuous season for the New York Yankees designated hitter occurred Tuesday...

Boss: Torre's safe, but GM's on big hook

2010-09-08T22:26:11Z

Steinbrenner Says Torre's Safe, but Cashman's on a Big Hook and Giambi Should Have Kept Quiet

With his New York Yankees struggling, George Steinbrenner says Joe Torre is safe for now, general manager Brian Cashman "is on a big...

Yankees Jeter Contract

2010-12-07T14:32:55Z

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, left, and managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner, right, look on as shortstop Derek Jeter, center, addresses the media Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 Geor...

Yankees Jeter Baseball

2010-12-07T14:32:51Z

New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter, left, waits to take to the podium as general manager Brian Cashman, right, addresses the media during a baseball news conference, Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2010 at George M. Steinbrenner Field in New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks to reporters during a media availability session during baseballs general managers meeting in Lake Buena Vista, Fla., Tuesday, Nov. 16, 2010.(AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)

ALCS Yankees Rangers Baseball

2010-10-15T01:32:23Z

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, left, and manager Joe Girardi watch batting practice for Game 1 of baseball's AL championships series Thursday, Oct. 14, 2010, in Arlington, Texas. The Yankees are scheduled to play the

Yankees Orioles Baseball

2010-09-21T11:36:18Z

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks with reporters before the start of a baseball game between the Yankees and Baltimore Orioles, Friday, Sept. 17, 2010, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Rob Carr)

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