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The Life of a Yankees Wife
The Life of a Yankees Wife
zellspinstripeblog.com — A few weeks ago, during the World Series, ESPN/Page 2 ran a column titled the Life of a Yankees wife which centered on Laura Posada. While it isn’t groundbreaking journalism here, it still is a decent read, especially while we wait for the Hot Stove to heat up. Also included is ... (more) The Life of a Yankees Wife
Revenue Sharing A Mess
Revenue Sharing A Mess
zellspinstripeblog.com — Recently Jayson Stark published an article talking about MLB’s revenue sharing problems and proposed a minimum team salary . It kind of goes along with my post earlier (Financial Envy?). Personally, I agree with most of his points. This should be mandatory reading for fans of ... (more) Revenue Sharing A Mess
…as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
…as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
zellspinstripeblog.com — With the strike of madness, let the bidding for John Lackey, Jason Bay, Matt Holliday begin! Though this year, the Yankees aren’t as likely to spend more money than most 3rd world nations do in a year. Given, this year, the Yankees have are in a slight different position after ... (more) …as the clock strikes midnight, let the madness begin
Financial Envy?
Financial Envy?
zellspinstripeblog.com — Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys, New York Knicks, New York Mets, New York Rangers, New York Yankees, Chicago Cubs, Detroit Tigers. All these teams have something in common and it has nothing to do with amount of championships. All these teams are known to have high team payrolls, have ... (more) Financial Envy?
Mariano’s Future
Mariano’s Future
zellspinstripeblog.com — It almost seems like yesterday that Shane Victorino grounded out against Mariano Rivera to end Game 6. Since then, Yankees Universe has worried about Johnny Damon, Hideki Matsui and Andy Pettitte among others. There was a moment during the celebration that made all Yankees’ fans go ... (more) Mariano’s Future
Hot Stove 2009: Bridge to Mariano
Hot Stove 2009: Bridge to Mariano
zellspinstripeblog.com — During the 2009 Postseason one thing became very clear. The bridge to Mariano Rivera as compared to the regular season was slightly more shaky than thought it would be going into the Postseason. With Hughes and Chamberlain’s status for 2010 practically set , as of now, the bridge to ... (more) Hot Stove 2009: Bridge to Mariano
Aroldis Chapman
Aroldis Chapman
zellspinstripeblog.com — Aroldis Chapman, a lefthanded Cuban pitcher who has been known to hit triple digits on the radar gun will soon be making close, if not more than $10 million a year. Currently, the Yankees, Mets and Red Sox (among other teams) are likely to court the Cuban Defector . While I fully support ... (more) Aroldis Chapman
Yankees Commercials….
Yankees Commercials….
zellspinstripeblog.com — Here are a bunch of Yankees commercials I dug up for your viewing pleasure: Ford Congratulates the 2009 New York Yankees Gillette – Game Face ad with Derek Jeter Michael Kay ESPN Radio Commercial “ATM Handshake” Sabathia and Santana Subway Commercial  ... (more) Yankees Commercials….
The World Series Champion tour
The World Series Champion tour
zellspinstripeblog.com — First it was Letterman..Jay Leno..Jimmy Fallon..and than they were honored by the Knicks at Madison Square Garden. What’s next? They get to meet the President of the United States? Some ESPY nominations? How about Oprah? Posted in Nonsense Tagged: New York Yankees (more) The World Series Champion tour
Boston Red Sox ‘ad’
Boston Red Sox ‘ad’
zellspinstripeblog.com — Remember this? Well, apparently an enthusiastic Yankees fan made the below. I can’t say that I didn’t LOL when I saw it. Posted in Uncategorized (more) Boston Red Sox ‘ad’
Jeter and Tex win Silver Slugger Awards
Jeter and Tex win Silver Slugger Awards
zellspinstripeblog.com — It looks like Derek and Tex didn’t think they had enough accolades, as both of them claimed a Silver Slugger Award this season at their respective positions. Derek Jeter just won his fourth consecutive AL Silver Slugger Award, while batting .334AVG with 18HR, 66RBI, 107R and 30 ... (more) Jeter and Tex win Silver Slugger Awards
Guiliani’s Love for the Yankees
Guiliani’s Love for the Yankees
zellspinstripeblog.com — The below is a guest column written by Former New York Mayor, Rudy Guiliani on his love affair. It’s always nice to watch a Yankees game when I get the chance (As I am out of market) and to see Guiliani sitting there cheering as if he was just another 15 year old watching at home. So ... (more) Guiliani’s Love for the Yankees
Matsui in Boston?
Matsui in Boston?
zellspinstripeblog.com — VIA NESN.com: The Red Sox have a four-year, $60 million offer out to Jason Bay, but they are reportedly hunting for backup plans. World Series MVP Hideki Matsui appears to be one of them. According to NPB Tracker, citing a report from the Japanese outlet Nikkan Sports, the Red Sox are ... (more) Matsui in Boston?
Sports Illustrated releases Yankees World Series Commemorative Issue: Return to Greatness
Sports Illustrated releases Yankees World Series Commemorative Issue: Return to Greatness
zellspinstripeblog.com — As all of you probably remember, a few weeks ago I made quite a unique post… capturing every Sports Illustrated Yankees cover ever made. There were 74 total magazines. It looks like we can add a couple more to the collection. On November 09, 2009, Volume 111, Issue 18 came out ... (more) Sports Illustrated releases Yankees World Series ...
Hot Stove 2009: Chien-Ming Wang
Hot Stove 2009: Chien-Ming Wang
zellspinstripeblog.com — As it stands now, Chien-Ming Wang is pretty far from most Yankees fan’s minds at this point in time and with good reason. Originally, the Yankees did not expect him to be on the mound until July 2010. After a recent trip to James Andrew, it is possible that CMW could be on a major league ... (more) Hot Stove 2009: Chien-Ming Wang
Is Damon Madduxesque or even Jeterian?
Is Damon Madduxesque or even Jeterian?
zellspinstripeblog.com — “Greg Maddux was the unique pitcher when it came to durability,” Boras said of another client. “And [Damon] is the Greg Maddux of position players when it comes to durability.” Yes, Scott Boras compared Johnny Damon to Greg Maddux , one of baseball’s all time great pitchers. Typically ... (more) Is Damon Madduxesque or even Jeterian?
Yankees to inquire about Halladay. How about Granderson and DeRosa?
zellspinstripeblog.com — The Hot Stove keeps getting hotter…. According to SI’s Jon Heyman, the Yankees are entering the mix for Roy Halladay. Toronto Blue Jays GM, Alex Anthopoulos, has stated that he is willing to trade within the division. Freddy Guzman and Josh Towers were removed from ... (more) Yankees to inquire about Halladay. How about Granderson ...
Mariano Rivera Nike Ad
Mariano Rivera Nike Ad
zellspinstripeblog.com — Does it get better than this? I think not. Posted in Yankees Miscellaneous, Yankees: Off the field Tagged: Mariano Rivera (more) Mariano Rivera Nike Ad
Ratings Rebound for World Series
Ratings Rebound for World Series
zellspinstripeblog.com — VIA ESPN World Series television ratings bounced back from last year’s record lows. The New York Yankees’ six-game victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Fox averaged an 11.7 rating and 19 share. That’s the highest since a 15.8/26 in 2004, when the Boston Red Sox swept ... (more) Ratings Rebound for World Series
Famous Yankees Who Have Served
Famous Yankees Who Have Served
zellspinstripeblog.com — Everybody seems to know someone who has served. Heck, you, the reader might have served at some point in time. Whatever the circumstances were, we here at Zells Pinstripe Blog tip our hat to you in recognition of your service. Whether you know it or not, there have been a few Yankees that have ... (more) Famous Yankees Who Have Served
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