Mark Prior

Yankees Bats Fall Asleep, Fail To Back Superb Colon

Bartolo Colon matched the Orioles’ Zach Britton but the Yankees’ offense failed to back Colon’s superb effort as they lost 2-0 in the first game of today’s doubleheader.

WFAN–2011/08/28

Yankees’ Mark Prior Scratched From Rehab Start With Shoulder Discomfort

Yankees right-hander Mark Prior has struggled with shoulder injuries and his last major league appearance came in August 2006. The 30-year-old went 18-6 with a 2.43 ERA in 30 starts for the NL Central champion Chicago Cubs in 2003.

WFAN–2011/08/24

A-Rod Upbeat As He Nears Return To Yankees

Alex Rodriguez began running the bases in his workout today, a key step in his rehab process. Pedro Felicinao, Ramiro Pena, Damaso Marte and Mark Prior have all also made strides forward.

WFAN–2011/08/09

Mark Prior Set To Pitch Friday In Gulf Coast League Game

New York Yankees right-hander Mark Prior says he is scheduled to pitch in a rookie-level Gulf Coast League game on Friday, two days after being hit on the left forearm by a ball during batting practice.

WFAN–2011/08/04

Mark Prior (credit: Al Bello/Getty Images)

Mark Prior Hit By Line Drive At Yankees’ Minor League Complex, Suffers Bruised Forearm

Mark Prior’s comeback may have hit another snag. The converted reliever suffered a bruised left forearm on Wednesday after being hit by a ball during batting practice.

WFAN–2011/08/03

Mark Prior Pitches In Gulf Coast, Soriano Throws Batting Practice Session

Yankees right-hander Mark Prior is back pitching after missing almost three months because of a strained groin.

WFAN–2011/07/13

Joe Girardi, Derek Jeter (credit: Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

Joe Girardi: Yankees ‘Don’t Have An Exact Timetable’ For Derek Jeter’s Return

Derek Jeter ran the bases for the first time on Tuesday since suffering a strained right calf on June 13, yet the Yankees remain tight-lipped on when their captain will return.

WFAN–2011/06/29

Yankees’ Mark Prior: ‘My Arm Feels Fine’; Righty Reaches 91 MPH

This weekend, Yankees hurler Mark Prior pitched on consecutive days for the first time as he tries to convert to a reliever in his comeback from a series of injuries.

WFAN–2011/04/11

Joba Chamberlain (credit: Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

Following MRI, Yankees ‘Go Slow’ With Joba Chamberlain

Yankees reliever Joba Chamberlain has undergone an MRI exam for a strained muscle near the rib cage and, according to Joe Girardi, will not pitch for at least the next few days.

WFAN–2011/03/15

Sweeny Says: Looking To Rediscover Prior Success

This week Sweeny chatted with Mark Prior, sitting in that corner locker, asking him his expectations for spring training, about his health, his outlook after the highs and lows of the last decade.

WFAN–2011/02/18

Yankees Whiff On Wood, Reliever Returning To Cubs

Kerry Wood is returning to the Chicago Cubs, agreeing to a one-year, $1.5 million contract, a person familiar with the negotiations told the AP. The Yankees were thought to be among the front-runners for Wood.

WFAN–2010/12/17

Yankees, Mark Prior Finalize Minor League Deal

The Yankees have finalized their minor league contract with right-hander Mark Prior, who is trying to make it back to the major leagues for the first time since 2006.

WFAN–2010/12/16

Yankees Finalize Rivera Contract, Sign Prior

Mariano Rivera and the New York Yankees have finalized their $30 million, two-year contract. The Yankees also agreed to a minor league contract with right-hander Mark Prior.

WFAN–2010/12/15