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Updated: 11/08/09 3:10 AM N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2 (Updated: 11/08/09 3:10 AM )
- Putz, Pavano file for free agency
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/07/09 6:40 PM Mets reliever J.J. Putz and Twins pitcher Carl Pavano filed for free agency Saturday. (Updated: 11/07/09 6:40 PM )
- Twins exercise 2011 option on Cuddyer
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/07/09 2:30 PM The Minnesota Twins have picked up outfielder Michael Cuddyer's $10.5 million option for 2011. (Updated: 11/07/09 2:30 PM )
- Report: Lincecum has agreement on pot charge
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM San Francisco Giants ace Tim Lincecum has an agreement with a prosecutor in his home state of Washington that could settle his misdemeanor marijuana charge, The Columbian reported Friday. (Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM )
- Ramirez to return to Dodgers next season
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM Manny Ramirez is coming back to the Dodgers next season. (Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM )
- Yanks' Damon wants to return; will explore options
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM Johnny Damon soaked it all in as he shared a float with first-timers Nick Swisher and Jerry Hairston Jr. for the New York Yankees' championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes on Friday. The whole scene made him a little wistful. (Updated: 11/07/09 5:40 AM )
- Postseason Baseball Schedule
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/07/09 6:10 PM N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2 (Updated: 11/07/09 6:10 PM )
- Angels GM Reagins gets contract extension
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/06/09 6:05 PM Los Angeles Angels general manager Tony Reagins has agreed to a long-term contract extension. (Updated: 11/06/09 6:05 PM )
- Brewers decline option on RHP David Weathers
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The Associated Press
Updated: 11/06/09 6:00 PM The Milwaukee Brewers have declined a club option on right-handed reliever David Weathers for next season. (Updated: 11/06/09 6:00 PM )
- Mets decline 2010 option on reliever J.J. Putz
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/06/09 5:30 PM The New York Mets have declined an option on reliever J.J. Putz, making him eligible for free agency. (Updated: 11/06/09 5:30 PM )
- Twins swap Gomez for Brewers' Hardy
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AP Sports Writers
Updated: 11/07/09 5:45 AM The Milwaukee Brewers finally gave J.J. Hardy the change of scenery he had been expecting and reunited the unhappy shortstop with an old friend in the process. (Updated: 11/07/09 5:45 AM )
- Top pick Strasburg (neck) scratched from start
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/06/09 2:59 PM The Washington Nationals say No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg has a strained neck muscle and is being scratched from his scheduled start in the Arizona Fall League Rising Stars game. (Updated: 11/06/09 2:59 PM )
- Phillies title gear a hit far from World Series
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/06/09 9:40 AM Rich Stearns works and lives just outside Seattle. He grew up in New York state. He lived in Philadelphia for 10 years. (Updated: 11/06/09 9:40 AM )
- Yankees take bow for title today
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NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM NEW YORK — A nine-month journey that essentially began under a crowded tent in Tampa, Fla., ends today in Manhattan's Canyon of Heroes for the New York Yankees. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Giants ace Lincecum cited for marijuana possession
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 9:55 PM San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state. Washington State Patrol spokesman Steve Schatzel said Thursday that the 2008 Cy Young Award winner and former University of Washington star was pulled over for speeding on Interstate 5 in the town of Hazel Dell, about four miles north of the Oregon border, on Oct. 30. (Updated: 11/05/09 9:55 PM )
- Yankees turn attention to No 28
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 8:16 PM 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. (Updated: 11/05/09 8:16 PM )
- World Series ratings rebound from '08 record low
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 5:34 PM World Series television ratings bounced back from last year's record lows. (Updated: 11/05/09 5:34 PM )
- Matsui bat, Damon spikes headed to Hall of Fame
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 3:49 PM Hideki Matsui's bat and Johnny Damon's spikes are among the items from the Yankees' World Series title going to the Baseball Hall of Fame. (Updated: 11/05/09 3:49 PM )
- Angels re-sign Abreu to 2-year deal
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 3:20 PM The Los Angeles Angels have re-signed outfielder Bobby Abreu to a two-year contract. (Updated: 11/05/09 3:20 PM )
- 2009 posteason: Rise of Yankees, fall of umpires
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 5:10 AM In case you missed it, here's a recap of what happened in October - and November - in baseball's postseason: (Updated: 11/05/09 5:10 AM )
- Everything in NY will be Girardi's for the asking
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM Some guys like to sneak up on their target. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Court denies Jamie McCourt's bid for Dodgers job
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Associated Press Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 8:55 PM The wife of Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt lost her bid Thursday to be reinstated as the team's chief executive during a hearing in the couple's messy divorce. (Updated: 11/05/09 8:55 PM )
- Postseason Baseball Schedule
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Updated: 11/06/09 3:14 AM N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2 (Updated: 11/06/09 3:14 AM )
- Japanese fans celebrate Matsui's MVP performance
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 8:30 AM Japan nearly came to a standstill as millions watched on TV while Hideki Matsui, the man they know as Godzilla, stomped around New York to lead the Yankees to the World Series title. (Updated: 11/05/09 8:30 AM )
- World Series notebook: Howard stays in No. 4 spot
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM NEW YORK — Cleanup hitter Ryan Howard had been a disaster in the World Series, going 3 for 19 before a 1-for-4 performance with a two-run home run Wednesday. He also struck out for the 13th time in the Series, breaking the all-time record. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Japanese fans celebrate Matsui's MVP performance
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 1:40 AM Japan nearly came to a standstill as millions watched on TV as the man they know as Godzilla stomped around New York. (Updated: 11/05/09 1:40 AM )
- NYC to host ticker-tape parade for Yankees
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 11:40 AM New York City will host a ticker-tape parade and ceremony in honor of the World Series champion New York Yankees. (Updated: 11/05/09 11:40 AM )
- Champions! Yankees back on top of the heap
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM NEW YORK — If this was indeed sayonara to Hideki Matsui in the Big Apple, it was definitely a gift from Japan with love. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Pettitte helps Jeter, Rivera and Posada to title
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM 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. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Matsui becomes 1st Japanese-born World Series MVP
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM Hideki Matsui took a meaty cut, watched the ball fly and winced when it hooked a foot foul. (Updated: 11/08/09 12:01 AM )
- Phillies' bid for repeat falls short against Yanks
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 5:00 AM One look from the dugout at the celebration on the field was all the incentive the Philadelphia Phillies needed for next year. (Updated: 11/05/09 5:00 AM )
- A-Rod finally a champion after year of turmoil
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 2:10 AM Alex Rodriguez grabbed the World Series trophy and wouldn't let go. (Updated: 11/05/09 2:10 AM )
- Matsui's 6 RBIs give Yankees 7-3 lead in Game 6
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/04/09 10:55 PM 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 after six innings in Game 6 on Wednesday night as they neared their record 27th championship. (Updated: 11/04/09 10:55 PM )
- Matsui ties record for most RBIs in World Series
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/04/09 10:20 PM Yankees designated hitter Hideki Matsui has driven in six runs in Game 6 against the Phillies to tie Bobby Richardson's record for most RBIs in a World Series game. (Updated: 11/04/09 10:20 PM )
- Ecstasy in the Bronx! Yankees win title No. 27
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/05/09 6:25 AM 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. (Updated: 11/05/09 6:25 AM )
- Damon leaves Game 6 with strained calf
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/05/09 2:35 AM Johnny Damon limped across home plate with the Yankees fourth run of the night - in what may be his final act with New York. (Updated: 11/05/09 2:35 AM )
- Phils' Victorino will play despite finger injury
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/04/09 6:05 PM All-Star center fielder Shane Victorino was in Philadelphia's starting lineup Wednesday night for Game 6 of the World Series despite a finger injury. (Updated: 11/04/09 6:05 PM )
- Dodgers' Padilla shot by instructor in Nicaragua
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/04/09 4:40 PM Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Vicente Padilla is recovering from a bullet wound in his leg after a target shooting instructor accidentally shot him. (Updated: 11/04/09 4:40 PM )
- Girardi dissected as Yankees try for Series title
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/04/09 7:15 PM When Joe Girardi left the dugout every few minutes to switch relievers against the Angels, some wondered whether he was getting paid per pitching change. (Updated: 11/04/09 7:15 PM )
- Postseason Baseball Schedule
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2 (Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM )
- World Series Notebook: Hamels downplays incident with Myers
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NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM NEW YORK — Cole Hamels isn't giving up on his team and he didn't have it out with fellow pitcher Brett Myers late Monday. (Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM )
- World Series: Two 'old goats' get their shots at glory
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NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM NEW YORK — The New York Yankees' first attempt at clinching the World Series relied on the scattershot arm of A.J. Burnett and it went badly Monday night in Philadelphia. (Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM )
- Pedro's back! And he ain't afraid of no ghosts
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AP Sports Columnist
Updated: 11/03/09 7:46 PM A city seethes in anticipation. (Updated: 11/03/09 7:46 PM )
- Inside Pitch: Live from New York, it's Game Six
Updated: 11/04/09 7:22 PMMike Harrington is live from the World Series every day, every game. Follow the Fall Classic on the Inside Pitch blog (Updated: 11/04/09 7:22 PM )
- Mom of Yankees' Chamberlain faces prison for drugs
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/03/09 5:06 PM The mother of New York Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain faces up to 20 years in prison when she's sentenced next month on a felony drug charge. (Updated: 11/03/09 5:06 PM )
- George W. Bush throws out first pitch in Japan
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/03/09 10:51 AM Former President George W. Bush threw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of the Japan Series between the Yomiuri Giants and Nippon Ham Fighters. (Updated: 11/03/09 10:51 AM )
- Old foe Pedro stands between Yanks and 27th title
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/04/09 6:15 AM 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 turns to Pettitte once again in Game 6 on Wednesday night, hoping he can pitch his team past Chase Utley and the Philadelphia Phillies on only three days' rest. (Updated: 11/04/09 6:15 AM )
- Bowa's accusations are bad sign for Phillies
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM PHILADELPHIA — There's definitely an air of tension around the World Series. The Yankees clearly feel the Phillies are intentionally throwing at Alex Rodriguez, who has been hit by pitches three times in the first four games. (Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM )
- Hamels clarifies remarks that cause a stir
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM Cole Hamels isn't ready to call it a season. (Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM )
- Phillies' Mr. November sends Series back to Bronx
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM PHILADELPHIA — The New York Yankees still haven't solved Cliff Lee or Chase Utley enough. The Philadelphia Phillies have figured out A.J. Burnett. (Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM )
- Burnett a bust in Game 5, Yankees thumped by Phils
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/03/09 1:07 AM A.J. Burnett started walking briskly off the mound before manager Joe Girardi even got there. The erratic right-hander already was finished - and he knew it. (Updated: 11/03/09 1:07 AM )
- Utley ties Jackson's record for homers in a Series
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AP Sports Writer
Updated: 11/03/09 12:42 AM Chase Utley ripped a no-doubt-about-it shot to right, put his head down and ran around the bases so quickly he nearly passed Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino. (Updated: 11/03/09 12:42 AM )
- Postseason Baseball Schedule
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM N.Y. Yankees 7, Minnesota 2 (Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM )
- Game 4 highest-rated World Series game in 5 years
- The Associated Press
Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM Sunday night's Game 4 was the highest-rated World Series game in five years. (Updated: 11/04/09 11:15 PM )
- Yanks' mound meetings slow Series, give MLB pause
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM All those meetings on the mound called by catcher Jorge Posada and the New York Yankees are giving Major League Baseball pause, too. (Updated: 11/03/09 11:11 PM )
- Cashing in with the best team that money can buy
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AP Sports Columnist
Updated: 11/02/09 4:27 PM 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. (Updated: 11/02/09 4:27 PM )
- Utley, Lee help Phils stave off Series elimination
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AP Baseball Writer
Updated: 11/03/09 3:32 AM By the ninth inning, Phillies fans were preparing for the worst. The New York Yankees were at it again, chipping away at a dwindling lead and threatening to take away the Phils' World Series title right there at Citizens Bank Park. Desperate to hang on, somehow Chase Utley and the Phillies did. Derek Jeter grounded into a double play, Mark Teixeira struck out, and Philadelphia staved off the Yankees and elimination with an 8-6 win in Game 5 on Monday night. (Updated: 11/03/09 3:32 AM )
- Damon's dash puts Yankees on verge of championship
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM PHILADELPHIA — It was a ninth inning going nowhere. Then Johnny Damon pulled off one of the most daring baserunning maneuvers in World Series history and Alex Rodriguez got the biggest hit of his life. (Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM )
- World Series notebook: Lee was willing to go on short rest
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NEWS SPORTS REPORTER
Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM PHILADELPHIA — CC Sabathia started on short rest for the New York Yankees Sunday and A.J. Burnett is going to do it tonight in Game Five of the World Series. (Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM )
- World Series stretches into November again
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News Sports Reporter
Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM PHILADELPHIA — Welcome to November. Thanksgiving is in 3½ weeks. And it's still baseball season. (Updated: 11/02/09 11:29 AM )
