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New York Yankees Pound Mike Pelfrey for 5-3 Victory Over Mets

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Greg Cohen in MLB
Final 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R H E N.Y. Mets 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 6 0 N.Y. Yankees « 1 0 2 2 0 0 0 0 x 5 8 0 WP: P. Hughes (10-1) LP: M. Pelfrey (9-2) SV: M. Rivera (16) It’s felt like a long time ...

Despite Loss to Twins, Philles Headed in Right Direction

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Bob Cunningham in MLB
The Phillies lost one of the most up-and-down games I've ever seen to the Minnesota Twins by a score of 13-10, but there were a lot of positives to take from the game. For starters, the Phils scored 10 runs -- something they haven't been doing a whole lot of recently as they fight to fully escape their offensive funk. It's still too soon to proclaim it over, but ...

Not Pulling Their Weight: 10 MLB Stars Having Poor 2010 Seasons

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Chris Miller in MLB
Baseball is a funny game, the line that separates the all time greats, and the unknowns is far more thin than in any other sport. In a game where the best in world fail seven out of ten times, you need a little luck on your side. For some, that luck never comes. For others, it shows up, only to leave again like a cruel mistress in the night, Here are ...

A.J. Burnett’s Foot Passes Test, Will Start Monday

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Greg Cohen in MLB
After some concerned surfaced yesterday about his sore foot, A.J. Burnett was cleared to start Monday in Arizona after a problem-free bullpen session this afternoon. “It was a good day today,” Burnett said. “It didn’t bother me. I was worried yesterday and the day after my start, but not today. I’ll be good to go for Monday.” ... It feels “night and day different” since Thursday. Girardi said he’s confident ...

My 2010 All-Star Game Ballot

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Gavin Andrews in MLB
For my first article in a long time, I thought I'd usher myself back into the writing world with my insight on the All-Star Game ballot. There are a few easy picks, a few close calls, and a few players that are constantly glossed over en route to pick the superstar of that position. In addition to showing you my AL and NL ballots, Because the game is ...

Streak Over for Mets as Long Balls Hurt Mike Pelfrey

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Sammy Makki in MLB
NEW YORK-- Mike Pelfrey, for the second consecutive start, didn't have his greatest stuff. His fastball was flat and his sinker had no bite, as the Mets lost the battle of long balls. The game got off to a roaring start for the Mets as Jose Reyes lead off with a home run off Phil Hughes. Pelfrey though, would give the run right back in the first, as he gave up two ...

Mets-Yankees: Home Runs Help Yankees End Losing Streak

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Christopher Woodley in MLB
The Yankees were not only looking for a win to end their losing streak, they also hoped to revitalize their recent sluggish offensive performances. One night after being shutout for the third time this season, the Yankees used a pair of two-run home runs to power past the Mets, 5-3, Saturday afternoon at Yankee Stadium. With the win the Yankees ended a season-high four-game losing streak. The Mets lost ...

Is Carlos Gonzalez the Next Matt Kemp?

Posted: 19th June 2010 by Eric Stashin in MLB
There were high expectations for Carlos Gonzalez entering the 2010 season, and thus far he has lived up to them. Just look at his numbers through Tuesday if you need proof: 236 At Bats .301 Batting Average (71 Hits) 10 Home Runs 42 RBI 41 Runs 8 Stolen Bases .328 On Base Percentage .496 Slugging Percentage .349 Batting Average on Balls in Play He’s showing realistic power (16.1 percent HR/FB), and ...
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Baseball history was changed forever on Nov. 28, 2003. Curt Schilling was traded to the Boston Red Sox by the Arizona Diamondbacks. Without Schilling, the Red Sox would not have been World Champions in 2004 or in 2007. Schilling didn't mince words. At the press conference announcing the trade, he succinctly summed up the situation. He told the world that he wanted ...