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The Dugout: Most Handsome Player
The Dugout: Most Handsome Player
backporch.fanhouse.com — by B. Thompson Stroud Sorry, haters, but we've reserved a spot for you to the left. It's... over there where all of those people who don't get Lady Gaga and think Pixar is overrated are standing. Statistics don't lie: Derek Jeter is the most handsome ... (more) The Dugout: Most Handsome Player
Should Derek Jeter be Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year? I say yes
Should Derek Jeter be Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year? I say yes
subwaysquawkers.blogspot.com — I wrote a piece for The Faster Times pointing out that in the 55 years that Sports... Illustrated has given out their Sportsman of the Year award, nobody from the New York Yankees has ever won it. Outrage! Gawker.com is reporting that a tipster has revealed that Derek Jeter will be getting the ... (more) Should Derek Jeter be Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of ...

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Sportsman of the Year announced tomorrow
10 hours ago at The LoHud Yankees Blog
Deep League Value: Third Basemen
Rumor: Bud Selig to step down after 2012 season
Rumor: Bud Selig to step down after 2012 season
zellspinstripeblog.com — Sources have indicated to Phil Rogers of the Chicago Tribune that Bud Selig will step down after... the 2012 season . If this is true, then the next labor agreement, due in 2011, will likely be his high profile impact on the game of baseball will be. Selig, in 1992 after Fay Vincent resigned ... (more) Rumor: Bud Selig to step down after 2012 season
DRSEA INFORMER
DRSEA INFORMER
baseballreflections.com — Volume II, Issue 21 A Publication For Your Reading Enjoyment by Charles Farrell Acto Dignificado ( Class... Act) – Albert Pujols may have had a better year, and Alex Rodriguez capped off his season with a World Series Championship, but the face – as well as the heart and soul – of ... (more) DRSEA INFORMER
Just Saw The World Series DVD
Just Saw The World Series DVD
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — After the release had been delayed a few days I was finally able to pick up the... 2009 World Series DVD at Modell's earlier today. I sat down and watched it tonight and was very pleased. My only complaint with these kinds of DVDs is that they're never long enough, and the same can be said for ... (more) Just Saw The World Series DVD
Longtime Yankees/Giants P.A. Announcer Sheppard : I’m Done
Longtime Yankees/Giants P.A. Announcer Sheppard : I’m Done
cantstopthebleeding.com — Earlier this year, while recouperating from a bronchial infection, Yankee Stadium public address announcer Bob Sheppard denied... his career was over , telling the New York Times’ Jack Curry , “I never said I’m not returning.” Yesterday, however, Sheppard said exactly ... (more) Longtime Yankees/Giants P.A. Announcer Sheppard : ...
Extra, extra, read all about it!
subwaysquawkers.blogspot.com — I've written up a bunch in other outlets over the past few days. Here's what I've been... squawking about: * I write about what sportswriters did wrong - and right - in the MLB awards season. This piece is for The Faster Times. * I also have an article about how A-Rod introduced Jay-Z and Alicia ... (more) Extra, extra, read all about it!
Wednesday Night Open Thread: The Decade's Top Dingers
Wednesday Night Open Thread: The Decade's Top Dingers
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — Big League Stew came out with their list of the top 10 home runs of the 2000's.... There were a couple Yankees on the list; Aaron Boone's shot off Wakefield in game 7 of the '03 ALCS came in at number two, and Derek Jeter becoming Mr. November was sixth. Homers from Matsui, Teixeira, and A-Rod ... (more) Wednesday Night Open Thread: The Decade's Top Dingers
Your starting shortstop for 2010: John McDonald
Your starting shortstop for 2010: John McDonald
bluejayhunter.com — So much for Plan A , Plan B , or even Plan C … it appears as... though the Blue Jays will be resorting to Plan D at shortstop next year. Thanks to a reported one year deal worth approximately $1.5 million, John McDonald will return for one more season to wow fans with his defensive prowess at ... (more) Your starting shortstop for 2010: John McDonald
A-Rod's ex, Cynthia, has got a new man: real estate investor Laszlo Fazekas
A-Rod's ex, Cynthia, has got a new man: real estate investor Laszlo Fazekas
nydailynews.com — Cynthia Rodriguez 's new man is shooting down critics who say he's not as handsome as A-Rod... . The former Yankee wife was photographed holding hands with real estate investor Laszlo Fazekas - who caught some grief for his looks. "That picture is an ... (more) A-Rod's ex, Cynthia, has got a new man: real estate ...
How much for Pujols?
stltoday.com — THE WATERCOOLER QUESTION: How much should the Cardinals pay to keep Albert Pujols a Cardinal for life?... DERRICK GOOLD There’s simply scarce precedent for a contract like the one the Cardinals are going to have to construct with Albert Pujols. ... (more) How much for Pujols?
GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDONLY ATTENDED AMA’S
GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDONLY ATTENDED AMA’S
bigleaguescrew.com — Kate Hudson loves the camera. She doesn’t do much acting these days, so she’s opted for the... paparazzi’s camera most of the time. This weekend, A-Rod’s girl hit up the American Music Awards for some face time. The blonde actress posed for solo shots in front of a ... (more) GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDONLY ATTENDED AMA’S
GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDOMLY ATTENDED AMA’S
GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDOMLY ATTENDED AMA’S
bigleaguescrew.com — Kate Hudson loves the camera. She doesn’t do much acting these days, so she’s opted for the... paparazzi’s camera most of the time. This weekend, A-Rod’s girl hit up the American Music Awards for some face time. The blonde actress posed for solo shots in front of a ... (more) GALLERY: KATE HUDSON RANDOMLY ATTENDED AMA’S
Jeter Begins His Assault on Rose in 2010
Jeter Begins His Assault on Rose in 2010
athbaseball.com — People always talk about Derek Jeter as if they have to apologize for him. "He's not a... stats guy, it's the intangibles." "He's always in the right place at the right time." "He always gets the clutch hit." "He's been to the World Series 7 times in his 14 years..... and won 5 times."  ... (more) Jeter Begins His Assault on Rose in 2010
Detroit Tigers: Top 10 Prospects
fangraphs.com — General Manager: David Dombrowski Farm Director: Glenn Ezell Scouting Director: David Chadd FanGraphs’ Top 10 Prospects: (... 2009 Draft Picks/International Signees Not Included ) This was a tough organization to rank. There is very ... (more) Detroit Tigers: Top 10 Prospects
Interviewing Alex Wilson: 2009 draft pick closest to the bigs
Interviewing Alex Wilson: 2009 draft pick closest to the bigs
firebrandal.com — Alex Wilson was drafted in the second round of the 2009 draft by the Boston Red Sox... out of Texas A&M. Wilson’s scouting report on SoxProspects.com says this: Missed 2008 season due to Tommy John Surgery. 3/4 arm slot. Clean mechanics, but his delivery is somewhat arduous. ... (more) Interviewing Alex Wilson: 2009 draft pick closest to the ...
World Series Film premiere
World Series Film premiere
scottproctorsarm.com — I caught the premiere of the 2009 World Series Film tonight.  No, I wasn’t at the big... one at the Ziegfeld in Manhattan, but this was good enough. I thought the film was nicely done and it’s certainly worth the $19.99 MLB.com is charging ... (more) World Series Film premiere
The Pirates, Stealing & Revenue Sharing Math
The Pirates, Stealing & Revenue Sharing Math
bugsandcranks.com — Bill Madden of the Daily News claims sources tell him that the Pirates made a profit of... approximately $14 million last year. So how are we supposed to feel about that $14 million profit? Should losing teams not be allowed to make a profit? And could that $14 million have made a difference? (more) The Pirates, Stealing & Revenue Sharing Math
The World Series DVD will feel much better than an MVP award
soxandpinstripes.com — Something tells me Mark Teixeira and Derek Jeter won't be too torn up about not winning the... American League MVP award this season. When a team doesn't win the World Series, personal achievements take center stage on accomplishments for that year. I would know, I was deeply caught up in the MVP ... (more) The World Series DVD will feel much better than an MVP award
Mauer wins AL MVP, Teixeira and Jeter come in 2nd and 3rd
Mauer wins AL MVP, Teixeira and Jeter come in 2nd and 3rd
zellspinstripeblog.com — As expected, Joe Mauer nearly unanimously won the American League Most Valuable Player with Mark Teixeira and... Derek Jeter second and third. Mauer tallied 387 votes, Mark Teixeira came in second with 225 and Derek Jeter pulled in a respectable 193 votes. Other Yankees receiving votes were ... (more) Mauer wins AL MVP, Teixeira and Jeter come in 2nd and 3rd
Mauer Wins MVP, Teixeira Second, Jeter Third
Mauer Wins MVP, Teixeira Second, Jeter Third
fackyouk.blogspot.com — Joe Mauer convincingly and deservedly won the AL MVP this afternoon. He was named first on 27... of 28 ballots, and second on the other. He finished with 387 points. The remaining first place vote went to Detroit's Miguel Cabrera. Cabrera received only one second place vote, but was as low as tenth ... (more) Mauer Wins MVP, Teixeira Second, Jeter Third
Mauer Wins MVP, Tex and Jeter Finish 2nd and 3rd
Mauer Wins MVP, Tex and Jeter Finish 2nd and 3rd
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — Like everyone pretty much expected, Joe Mauer was named AL MVP today. Mauer clearly had the best... year out of anyone in the the league, finishing the year hitting .365/.444/.587 with 28 HR and 96 RBI. He nearly won a unanimous vote, taking 27 of 28 first-place votes and finishing with 387 point. ... (more) Mauer Wins MVP, Tex and Jeter Finish 2nd and 3rd
The Not So Glamorous Life Of A-Rod’s Cousin/Bag Man
The Not So Glamorous Life Of A-Rod’s Cousin/Bag Man
cantstopthebleeding.com — “Yuri Sucart (above, far left) is not a fitness guru – he’s a pudgy middle-aged man who... suffers from lower back pain and other health problems” wrote the NY Daily News’ Michael O’Keefe this past Saturday. He’s also the infamous cousin of Alex ... (more) The Not So Glamorous Life Of A-Rod’s Cousin/Bag Man
Mauer Wins MVP, Teixeira Finishes Ahead Of Jeter
boogiedownbaseball.blogspot.com — The AL MVP was announced today and the winner was rightfully, Joe Mauer . I have no... qualms whatsoever with his selection. Mauer was without a doubt the best player in the American League. The only beef I have with his selection is that it wasn't unanimous. How anyone voted Miguel Cabrera first ... (more) Mauer Wins MVP, Teixeira Finishes Ahead Of Jeter
Kobe Bryant is Talented at Basketball
Kobe Bryant is Talented at Basketball
slanchreport.com — One of the reasons why I dislike Kobe Bryant is that, like with Alex Rodriguez, he comes... off as fake and his public persona seems totally forced and manufactured. Having said that, (nod, Larry David) he is absolutely SICK at basketball, take these two plays from Sunday’s Lakers/Thunder ... (more) Kobe Bryant is Talented at Basketball
Teixeira and Jeter settle for 2nd, 3rd MVP
Teixeira and Jeter settle for 2nd, 3rd MVP
lennysyankees.com — Joe Mauer was just announced the MVP after receiving 27 of 28 first place votes. From there,... it went: 2. Mark Teixeira 3. Derek Jeter 4. Miguel Cabrera 5. Kendry Morales 6. Kevin Youkilis 7. Jason Bay 8. Ben Zobrist 9. Ichiro Suzuki 10. Alex Rodriguez 14. Mariano Rivera  ... (more) Teixeira and Jeter settle for 2nd, 3rd MVP
Kate and Alex at American Music Awards
Kate and Alex at American Music Awards
xmmlbchat.blogspot.com — Kate Hudson and Alex Rodriguez backstage at American Music Awards, 11/22/09. photo celebrity-gossip.net via nyyfans.com... (more) Kate and Alex at American Music Awards
Arod's Best Stat
Arod's Best Stat
pinstripealley.com — You know what stat I find most encouraging about Arod's recovery? Not his 5.7 WARP3 or .313... EQA (identical to 2008) or his .405 wOBP or his .933 OPS. 14SB with an 87.5% success rating. That means not only is the hip strong, but Arod feels comfortable and safe pushing that hip. (more) Arod's Best Stat
My Morning in Exile
My Morning in Exile
hardballtimes.com — Had my last Monday morning staff meeting this morning. Next Monday: it's me, my cat, my Ipod,... my pajamas and a pot of coffee and a big bowl of Count Chocula. Until then: Omar Vizquel is Snak Eyes to Ozzie Guillen's Storm Shadow. Comment of the day comes from Len over at NBC: "Hey, ... (more) My Morning in Exile
Did A-Rod throw his cousin under the financial bus?
Did A-Rod throw his cousin under the financial bus?
bases.nbcsports.com — Remember back in the spring how Alex Rodriguez said that it was his cousin, Yuri Sucart, who... was the one that supplied him with his PEDs? Well, he's had a worse go of it since then than A-Rod has: Banks... (more) Did A-Rod throw his cousin under the financial bus?
The Blue Jays add scouts. How very Moneyball of them.
The Blue Jays add scouts. How very Moneyball of them.
bases.nbcsports.com — When J.P. Ricciardi, armed with the scout-averse teachings of Billy Beane that would later be revealed Moneyball took over... the Blue Jays back in 2001, there was something of a scouting purge in Toronto.  New Jays' GM Alex ... (more) The Blue Jays add scouts. How very Moneyball of them.
Since steroid confession, Alex Rodriguez has turned into Series hero, while Yuri Sucart's now a zero
Since steroid confession, Alex Rodriguez has turned into Series hero, while Yuri Sucart's ...
nydailynews.com — MIAMI - An entire baseball season has passed since Alex Rodriguez acknowledged using steroids at that awkward... spring training press conference in February, and the Yankees' $275 million man has rebounded quite nicely, going from steroid zero to World ... (more) Since steroid confession, Alex Rodriguez has turned into ...
Kate Hudson giggles to Oprah about A-Rod
Kate Hudson giggles to Oprah about A-Rod
subwaysquawkers.blogspot.com — I wrote a mini-recap the other day on Facebook about Kate Hudson's appearance on Oprah last week,... where O asked her about her relationship with Alex Rodriguez. Basically, Kate said pretty much nothing about A-Rod, but she did smile and giggle a lot! I had to sit through, like 50 minutes about ... (more) Kate Hudson giggles to Oprah about A-Rod
The Halladay Break-Up
The Halladay Break-Up
bluejayhunter.com — So much for staying together for the kids. Now I know what it must feel like for... those poor children on Jon & Kate Plus 8 watching their parents go through a bitter custody battle, because it appears the same thing is happening to Roy Halladay and the Blue Jays organization - they're ... (more) The Halladay Break-Up
The 7 Greatest Uniform Numbers in Sports
The 7 Greatest Uniform Numbers in Sports
coedmagazine.com — LeBron James was recently in the news promoting his campaign to retire the #23 in the NBA... in honor of the great Michael Jordan. “His Airness,” LeBron and my favorite Movember supporter Don Mattingly aren’t the only great players who have shared the ... (more) The 7 Greatest Uniform Numbers in Sports
Sunday Night Open Thread: 2010 Projections
Sunday Night Open Thread: 2010 Projections
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — It's that time of year when 2010 projections are being released from various sources, so here are... three sets along with some highlights for you to take a look at: - Baseball Projections has the 2010 CHONE hitter projections . - Fangraphs has Bill James's 2010 projections on each players' ... (more) Sunday Night Open Thread: 2010 Projections
Saturday Night Open Thread: Remember A-Rod's "Cousin"?
Saturday Night Open Thread: Remember A-Rod's "Cousin"?
slidingintohome.blogspot.com — Remember Yuri Sucart? He's the guy that A-Rod said helped him get the steroids and persuaded him... to use them. It turns out that while A-Rod has successfully turned his career in the right direction, Sucart has hit rock bottom. Here's more from Michael O'Keeffe : Banks began foreclosure ... (more) Saturday Night Open Thread: Remember A-Rod's "Cousin"?
Good Take On Matsui
Good Take On Matsui
metspolice.com — Last winter I mentioned how A-Rod is so much more to the Yankees than his numbers.  He's... a TV show, he is merchandise, he's the backpage.   Mike Silva has a great take on Matsui in NY Baseball Digest.   Among other things, if Matsui brings with him $10 million in ads and some ... (more) Good Take On Matsui
Chris Robinson from The Black Crowes wins NL Cy Young
Chris Robinson from The Black Crowes wins NL Cy Young
sportscracklepop.com — In a heated contest for the 2009 NL Cy Young award, Kate Hudson’s ex-husband and lead singer... of the Black Crowes, Chris Robinson, was honored as the only professional musician to win the Cy Young award two consecutive years in a row. In an effort to upstage Arod, his ex-wife’s new ... (more) Chris Robinson from The Black Crowes wins NL Cy Young
Jays Add Gonzalez to 40 Man Roster, Free Agent Market Opens
Jays Add Gonzalez to 40 Man Roster, Free Agent Market Opens
bluejays.gearupforsports.com — The Toronto Blue Jays made a roster move on Thursday adding 23 year old right handed pitcher... Reidier Gonzalez to their 40 man roster. The move protects Gonzalez from being taken in the Rule 5 Draft which approaches on December 10th 2009. Players considered eligible for the Rule 5 ... (more) Jays Add Gonzalez to 40 Man Roster, Free Agent Market Opens
Supermarginal: The Advantage of the “Dumb” Average
Supermarginal: The Advantage of the “Dumb” Average
fantasyballjunkie.com — Really fun new column that, as the site advertises, applies 'rougue economics' to fantasy.... (more) Supermarginal: The Advantage of the “Dumb” Average
Yankees’ Best Moments of the Decade (My Take)
puristbleedspinstripes.com — Is it too early for this? I think not. Here are my top ten Yankee moments from... 2000-2010–feel free to leave a comment with any you think I missed! 10. Subway Series A lot of you might argue that this is too far down on the list, but the 2000 Yankees team was perhaps better lucky than ... (more) Yankees’ Best Moments of the Decade (My Take)
Everybody Do The Link Around
Everybody Do The Link Around
fackyouk.blogspot.com — The Yankeeist has an interview with Alex Belth and Cliff Corcoran from Bronx Banter . It delves... into the very beginnings of the Yankee blogosphere and gives some insight into the Banter Crew that you can't find anywhere else. Big League Stew takes an in-depth look at BABIP . A victory for ... (more) Everybody Do The Link Around
MLB TradeRumors - Bay Rejects Boston's Offer
mlbtraderumors.com — Jason Bay rejected a contract offer from the Red Sox worth close to $60MM over four years,... according to Jon Heyman of SI.com. We've heard for a while that Bay wants to test the free agent market, and so have the Red Sox. (more) MLB TradeRumors - Bay Rejects Boston's Offer
Derek Jeter does great Alex Rodriguez impression
Derek Jeter does great Alex Rodriguez impression
detroit4lyfe.com — Captain Jankee does his A-rod impression for Minka Kelly in St. Barts... (more) Derek Jeter does great Alex Rodriguez impression
Army soldier selling the ad rights arm on ebay
Army soldier selling the ad rights arm on ebay
steadyburn.net — Take it from someone who peruses frequently - there is never a shortage of asinine behavior happening... on the sporting goods and sports memorabilia listings on Ebay. Take for instance, this joker , who’d ideally like you to pay $14 million ... (more) Army soldier selling the ad rights arm on ebay
A-Rod’s Shoes A $15,0000,000 Ebay Bargain
A-Rod’s Shoes A $15,0000,000 Ebay Bargain
bugsandcranks.com — My buddy Mike at Steady Burn Dot Net can really find bargains on Ebay. In a post... about an army soldier selling the ad rights to his entire arm for fifty grand , Mike’s also found someone trying to sell an autographed pair of Alex ... (more) A-Rod’s Shoes A $15,0000,000 Ebay Bargain
Kate Hudson Is In Denial
Kate Hudson Is In Denial
310tojoba.blogspot.com — The "A-Rod Has Pictures Of Himself As A Centaur" stories traveled around the blogosphere with the intensity... of a wildfire. That isn't stopping his new significant other, Kate Hudson, from getting all defensive about it though : Woahhhh! Settle down! This behavior is unbecoming for the Yankees ... (more) Kate Hudson Is In Denial
Kate Hudson does not care for  our  'A-Rod as a centaur' picture
Kate Hudson does not care for our 'A-Rod as a centaur' picture
sports.yahoo.com — We would usually be totally steamed if an outlet like MTV News completely ripped off one of... our trademark Big League Stew photo illustrations — painstakingly crafted with the precision moves of our own mice! — and then credited it as ... (more) Kate Hudson does not care for our 'A-Rod as a centaur' ...
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