American League
By The Numbers: Who Was More Dominant — Babe Ruth Or Ty Cobb?
Can we compare apples and oranges? Ty Cobb won 11 batting titles (BA) in 13 years while Babe Ruth copped 13 slugging (SLG) crowns in a 14-year stretch. Yet, I wonder, can we determine which of the two Hall of Famers was more dominant?
CC Sabathia On Lack Of Velocity: ‘We’ll See If This Is My Time … It’s Reality’
“We’ll see if this is my time,” Sabathia said. “It’s reality. You never know. I’ve never been through anything like this, so I don’t know. I’m not going to lose sleep over it. I’ve been pitching for a long time. Eventually, it was going to happen.”
By The Numbers: Al Kaline Was The Ultimate Pro’s Pro
Kaline never played a day of minor league baseball. He wore the Tigers’ uniform with class. He was the perfect No. 3 hitter, and quite possibly the best fielding right-fielder that many baseball fans ever saw.
Silverman: Disaster Is At Hand For Yankees In 2013
They are still the Yankees, so expectations are high. But those expectations will quickly dissolve into disaster. Baseball in the Bronx will be memorable this year, but for all the wrong reasons.
By The Numbers: One Man’s Opinion — Why The Tigers Needed To Keep Verlander
Overall, the Tigers should be very satisfied with hanging onto Verlander for at least another five years. Although the price tag was high, he is a vital contributor to the team’s success.
Keidel: It’s Time For Phil Hughes To Pitch Up To Snuff For The Yankees
Aside from a brilliant half-season during an 18-8 2010, Hughes has been a huge disappointment. Now, nearing 27, with the sheen of youth scrubbed off and the “upside” banner quite tattered, it’s time for Hughes to pitch up to snuff.
Evan Roberts’ 2013 MLB Season Preview And Predictions
It’s hilarious how everyone wants to claim the Yankees may finish in last or will be the new-age ’65 team. Meanwhile, in Queens…
Back Where He Belongs: Derek Jeter To Play Shortstop On Wednesday Night
Jeter said on Tuesday after working out in Tampa, Fla., that he’ll “be out there” against the Phillies after two games as the designated hitter.
Andy Pettitte: ‘I Feel Like I Can Pitch For A Long Time’
“I’m loving being back,” the 40-year-old said. “I’m excited about the season and this organization and trying to help us win another championship. If I stay healthy, I feel like I can pitch for a long time. It doesn’t mean I want to, but I feel like I could.”
Robinson Cano: Contract Status Is On My Mind, But It’s Not A Distraction
Yankees second baseman Robinson Cano says his contract status is on his mind, though not a distraction. Cano is due $15 million in the final season of what became a $57 million, six-year deal and is eligible for free agency after the World Series.
Price Backtracks From Facial Hair Comments, Calls Yankees ‘Best Org. In Sports’
“It probably wasn’t the best thing to say, but I didn’t mean anything by it,” Price said. “I wasn’t looking to offend the Yankees. It’s probably the best organization in all of sports. Not just baseball, but all of sports.”
Hal Concerned About A-Rod Situation; Says Yanks Have ‘Championship-Caliber Team’
Steinbrenner feels that the Yankees have a “championship-caliber team” this season. He acknowledged that the club is sometimes criticized for fielding an older roster, but he likes its experience, “assuming we can stay away from injuries.”
CC Has A-Rod’s Back, Believes Third Baseman Will Return To Field In 2013
“I would be surprised (if he didn’t return),” Sabathia said. “I know how hard he works and how much he cares about wanting to play and wanting to help the team. So I look for him to do everything he can to get back on the field and try to help us.’’
Yankees GM: There’s A ‘Chance’ A-Rod Could Miss 2013 Season
“Yeah,” Cashman replied when asked if there was a chance that A-Rod could miss the entire season. “I think because (of) the serious nature of the surgery and the condition that he’s trying to recover from, you know, there is that chance.”
Hartnett: 2013 Brings Uncertainty For Aging Yankees
2013 brings major issues and tons of uncertainty for the aging, payroll-trimming New York Yankees.
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