September 2011 Archive
Mariano Rivera: A New York Yankees Great That Was Almost Stopped by God
September 22, 2011
When speaking of his success with the New York Yankees, Mariano Rivera attributes all of his greatness to God. It was God that made him great, it was God that ...Babe Ruth and Roger Maris Should Be Tied for the Single Season Home Run Mark
September 22, 2011
The 1927 New York Yankees were one of the greatest offensive teams of all time. Known as "Murderers' Row," they batted .307, hit 158 home runs and scored 976 runs ...New York Yankees Win 2011 AL East Title with Doubleheader Sweep of Rays
September 21, 2011
Before the 2011 season started, everyone had the Boston Red Sox picked to win the American League East division.Hell, even I picked Boston to win the division back in March.But, ...Yankees Playoff Outlook: Why They Need Robertson to Continue Domination
September 21, 2011
David Robertson has been brilliant as the setup man for the Yankees this season, posting outstanding numbers and delivering in in the clutch. New York hopes "Houdini" can continue his ...New York Yankees “Sandman” Mariano Rivera and the Save Rule
September 21, 2011
“Enter Sandman” blared again over the Yankee Stadium speakers. Mariano Rivera of the New York Yankees tipped his cap to the crowd and beamed.The Yankee “stopper” had set a new ...Mariano Rivera: 10 Pitchers Possible Replacements as Yankees Closer
September 21, 2011
Right now, there are three certainties in life: death, taxes and Mariano Rivera.Rivera is nothing short of spectacular, and in the opinion of many, the best pitcher ever.He still dominates after 15 years, ...10 Reasons the New York Yankees Can Win the World Series
September 21, 2011
It seems like forever since Mariano Rivera's subtle fist pump near first base in Game 6 of the 2009 World Series, verifying his fifth title and the Yankees' 27th in ...The 5 Unsung Heroes of the New York Yankees
September 20, 2011
When the majority of experts were asked before the season who the winner of the AL East would be, the answer was becoming redundant.The Boston Red Sox, obviously.Fast-forward to late ...New York Yankees: Is A.J. Burnett Ruining His Reputation?
September 20, 2011
A.J. Burnett was unexpectedly pulled from yesterday's game in the fifth inning. This wasn't an injury, however, as Joe Girardi told the media after yesterday's game."I thought his stuff had ...New York Yankees, the Media and Some Fans Questioned Roger Maris’ Injuries
September 20, 2011
It started innocently enough and wasn't even reported in the newspapers. In the second game of a twin bill against the Minnesota Twins, on Sunday, June 20, 1965, Roger Maris, ...Yankee Tickets
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