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pinstripealley.com - 103 minutes ago
Rivera revealed that he pitched the entire Fall Classic hiding a painful rib-cage injury, leaning...
— pinstripealley.com — Rivera revealed that he pitched the entire Fall Classic hiding a painful rib-cage injury, leaning on head trainer Gene Monahan to keep his clubhouse secret. The Legend of Mo grows... We knew he was hurting late in the Series, but not that it may have started back in the ALCS ... (more) Rivera revealed that he pitched the entire Fall Classic ...

Comments vote down ETVal ETVal posted 103 minutes agoposted this
feedproxy.google.com - 17 hours ago
Rambling On About My Glory Days: From Mariano to A-Rod; World Series Thoughts
— feedproxy.google.com — It is always sad to see the season end. I love watching the playoffs/World Series and wish they continued all winter. I would not mind if they shortened the regular season and had an extended playoff system, either. Otherwise, here are some random thoughts about this year’s World Series.  ... (more) Rambling On About My Glory Days: From Mariano to A-Rod; ...

Comments vote down Seamhead1967 Seamhead1967 posted 17 hours agoposted this

Mariano Rivera Latest Blog Posts

Rivera revealed that he pitched the entire Fall Classic hiding a painful rib-cage injury, leaning...
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BuffaloNews.com: Inside Baseball: Rivera adds to his large legacy
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It’s tough to repeat…
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It’s tough to repeat…
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Rambling On About My Glory Days: From Mariano to A-Rod; World Series Thoughts
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mlbplayoffs2009.gearupforsports.com - 20 hours ago
A-Rod Gets His Ring! All Must KNEEL!!!!
— mlbplayoffs2009.gearupforsports.com — I have to think about that time Dave tricked me into looking at his hairy Mexican nipple to feel worse douche chills than this. But really, what other possible stories are there coming out of the Yankees victory in the 2009 World Series? There are none. I mean, there’s the ... (more) A-Rod Gets His Ring! All Must KNEEL!!!!

Comments vote down gearupforsports gearupforsports posted 20 hours agoposted this
yanksblog.com - 23 hours ago
A-Rod, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera Tops for the Decade
— yanksblog.com — In the November 2 issue of ESPN Magazine, they listed the statistical leaders in a handful of categories for the decade spanning from 2000-2009. Alex Rodriguez had the most home runs with 435 (238 with the Yankees), Andy Pettitte had the most wins... (more) A-Rod, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera Tops for the Decade

Comments vote down iFroggy iFroggy posted 23 hours agoposted this
bats.blogs.nytimes.com - 23 hours ago
The Yankees' Peaceful, Easy Feeling
— bats.blogs.nytimes.com — After years of trying, the Yankees finally found a championship combination. (more) The Yankees' Peaceful, Easy Feeling

Comments vote down River Avenue Blues found this 23 hours agofound this
baseballmusings.com - 26 hours ago
Guts, Heart and Determination
— baseballmusings.com — Via Bronx Banter , Mariano Rivera pitched part of the post season with a rib cage injury : Rivera, who tossed 34 pitches against the Los Angeles Angels in Game 6 of the American League Championship Series, said he injured himself in the A.L.C.S. Manager Joe Girardi said Rivera’s injury ... (more) Guts, Heart and Determination

Comments vote down StatsGuru StatsGuru posted 26 hours agoposted this
bats.blogs.nytimes.com - 26 hours ago
Not Even Ribcage Injury Stopped Rivera
— bats.blogs.nytimes.com — Mariano Rivera pitched with a ribcage injury during the postseason. If Rivera had faltered in Game 6 of the World Series, would he have been fit enough to pitch in a Game 7 against the Phillies? (more) Not Even Ribcage Injury Stopped Rivera

Comments vote down baseballmusings.com found this 26 hours agofound this
baseballreflections.com - 31 hours ago
The Secret of Mariano Rivera’s Success
— baseballreflections.com — Image via Wikipedia He’s A Christian! But he wasn’t always a Christian, people never are…not from birth anyway. Furhtermore, there is a moment in every Christian’s life where they have made a choice to follow the path God has planned for them. For ... (more) The Secret of Mariano Rivera’s Success

Comments vote down Peter@BaseballReflections Peter@BaseballReflections posted 31 hours agoposted this
mlbtraderumors.com - 31 hours ago
Five More Years For Mariano Rivera?
— mlbtraderumors.com — Mariano Rivera told today's crowd he wants to play for five more years, according to the New York Times' Jack Curry . Rivera explained: "I'm serious. I hope the organization does whatever it takes to bring me back. I know I have another year ... (more) Five More Years For Mariano Rivera?

Comments vote down Baseball Reflections found this 31 hours agofound this
espn.go.com - 35 hours ago
Kneejerk Reactions: Game 6
— espn.go.com — Hero: Hideki Matsui drove in six runs to essentially beat the Phillies all by his lonesome. It might not be the greatest World Series game by a Yankee... (more) Kneejerk Reactions: Game 6

Comments vote down Royals Review found this 35 hours agofound this
yanksblog.com - 40 hours ago
Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS
— yanksblog.com — Mariano Rivera told MLB.com's Bryan Hoch that he hurt himself during game 6 of the ALCS. "It doesn't matter now," Rivera said. "It's over. Thank God it's over. It was manageable. 'Geno' did a tremendous job. Thank God we were able to do what w... (more) Rivera: I Injured My Rib Cage During ALCS

Comments vote down iFroggy iFroggy posted 40 hours agoposted this
yanksblog.com - 43 hours ago
Infographic by The New York Times Shows Mariano Rivera's Postseason History Batter by Batter
— yanksblog.com — Joe Ward, Amanda Cox, Matthew Ericson and Xaquin G.V. of The New York Times have put together an awesome infographic depicting Mariano Rivera's postseason history and results on a batter by batter basis. So worth it. Via NPB Tracker. (more) Infographic by The New York Times Shows Mariano Rivera's ...

Comments vote down iFroggy iFroggy posted 43 hours agoposted this
Champs Will Have Offseason Decisions
nybaseballdigest.com - 2 days ago
Champs Will Have Offseason Decisions
— nybaseballdigest.com — The parade is later today, but it’s never too early to look ahead. The Yankees may have won the World Series in 2009, however there are some questions surrounding the team for 2010. Here are some early ones that I have: The Starting Rotation All signs indicate that Chien Ming Wang ... (more) Champs Will Have Offseason Decisions

Comments vote down msilva177 msilva177 posted 2 days agoposted this
What makes Mo so great
espn.go.com - 2 days ago
What makes Mo so great
— espn.go.com — In the wake of yet another brilliant postseason performance, Dave Allen looks at Mariano Rivera's pitches and goes a fair piece toward explaining just... (more) What makes Mo so great

Comments vote down No, You're a Towel found this 2 days agofound this
yankeesredsox.com - 2 days ago
Parade Time!
— yankeesredsox.com — There is something really special about a parade through The Canyon of Heroes.  If you have never seen one, I encourage you to try and attend tomorrow (or watch on YES)  For me it's the history of the parade route.  Lindbergh, Einstein, JFK, all of them paraded up Broadway.  ... (more) Parade Time!

Comments vote down trink119 trink119 posted 2 days agoposted this
feeds.nytimes.com - 2 days ago
Once Again, the Postseason Proves There Is Only One Rivera
— feeds.nytimes.com — At some point in the postseason, all of the closers for the playoff teams have faltered. All but one. (more) Once Again, the Postseason Proves There Is Only One Rivera

Comments vote down Bats found this 2 days agofound this
Mo Did All That With A Rib Injury
slidingintohome.blogspot.com - 2 days ago
Mo Did All That With A Rib Injury
— slidingintohome.blogspot.com — Remember during one of the games in Philly -- I believe it was game 4 -- when Mariano was holding a heating pad on his rib cage. Well it turns out he wasn't doing that to keep warm . “He was dealing with a rib cage thing," Cashman said off Rivera, who worked two-thirds of an inning in Game 3, ... (more) Mo Did All That With A Rib Injury

Comments vote down Greg C. Greg C. posted 2 days agoposted this
Derek Jeter to Appear on Letterman
bats.blogs.nytimes.com - 2 days ago
Derek Jeter to Appear on Letterman
— bats.blogs.nytimes.com — Derek Jeter Will Appear on David Letterman's show. (more) Derek Jeter to Appear on Letterman

Comments vote down Walkoff Walk found this 2 days agofound this
theyankeeuniverse.com - 2 days ago
Mo’s Toughest Postseason
— theyankeeuniverse.com — Mariano Rivera has been through a lot of tough postseasons. His career stats over 133 innings are nothing short of amazing. Somehow, at his advanced age, Mo tied his single postseason record with 16 innings pitched. He set a career high in games ... (more) Mo’s Toughest Postseason

Comments vote down Baseball Reflections found this 2 days agofound this
Of Matsui, Meloni and My Broken Camera
puristbleedspinstripes.com - 3 days ago
Of Matsui, Meloni and My Broken Camera
— puristbleedspinstripes.com — At the moment, only one thought is going through my mind: No matter what, I will never feel like this again. The Yankees will win more championships, but there’s nothing like the first time you’re really old enough to appreciate it, and the first time you get to watch it with the ... (more) Of Matsui, Meloni and My Broken Camera

Comments vote down RebeccaOptimist RebeccaOptimist posted 3 days agoposted this
boogiedownbaseball.blogspot.com - 3 days ago
I'm In An Empire State Of Mind
— boogiedownbaseball.blogspot.com — The chorus from Jay- Z's song, Empire State of Mind , is very fitting right now. "In New York, concrete jungle where dreams are made of. There's nothing you can't do, now you're in New York. These streets will make you feel brand new, big lights will inspire you, let's hear it for New York, New ... (more) I'm In An Empire State Of Mind

Comments vote down Dawgyjsy Dawgyjsy posted 3 days agoposted this
yankees.lhblogs.com - 3 days ago
Coming soon to a Hall of Fame near you
— yankees.lhblogs.com — After the Yankees wrapped up their 27th championship on Wednesday night, the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum collected items that will be featured in an exhibit to open in mid-November in Cooperstown. The exhibit will remain on display ... (more) Coming soon to a Hall of Fame near you

Comments vote down The Sporting Blog found this 3 days agofound this
yanksblog.com - 3 days ago
Quick Notes: Girardi Helps Crash Victim, Mo Wants 5 More and Japan Rejoices Over Matsui
— yanksblog.com — Girardi, a Friend to You and Me: After the Yankees manager left the stadium last night, where do you think he went next? The answer was a pit stop at Cross County Parkway. Girardi stopped to help someone who had been in a car accident. Not only th... (more) Quick Notes: Girardi Helps Crash Victim, Mo Wants 5 More ...

Comments vote down iFroggy iFroggy posted 3 days agoposted this
Baseball Playoffs Prove There Is Only One Rivera
nytimes.com - 3 days ago
Baseball Playoffs Prove There Is Only One Rivera
— nytimes.com — How good has Mariano Rivera been for the Yankees this postseason? Try five saves in five opportunities and a 0.63 earned run average in 11 appearances. More Photos (more) Baseball Playoffs Prove There Is Only One Rivera

Comments vote down YanksBlog.com found this 3 days agofound this
The New Champs are Here
misterballz.blogspot.com - 3 days ago
The New Champs are Here
— misterballz.blogspot.com — Remember when Phillies phans would have been full satisfied with a run like this? Remember how the Phillies franchise used to be...with no post season appearances for periods that seemed like lifetimes? Remember that 14 year playoff drought? In 2007, Phillies phaithful were just happy to get ... (more) The New Champs are Here

Comments vote down JayBallz JayBallz posted 3 days agoposted this
paullebowitz.com - 3 days ago
The Yankees Were Just Better
— paullebowitz.com — After all the new blood the Yankees paid to come to New York, it turned out to be the old warhorses--Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Andy Pettitte--that returned them to glory. Stats can't define the importance of veteran stars who can recapture their brilliance in the big moments. (more) The Yankees Were Just Better

Comments vote down PRINCEOFNEWYORK PRINCEOFNEWYORK posted 3 days agoposted this
The Coronation
fackyouk.blogspot.com - 3 days ago
The Coronation
— fackyouk.blogspot.com — The Yankees had been tortured by the own high expectations for 9 long years. Not by the supposed "Championship or Bust" mantra that for the most part is wildly overplayed, as much as their actions as a franchise. Even if they had pretended like they didn't care that much about winning, it ... (more) The Coronation

Comments vote down Fack Youk Fack Youk posted 3 days agoposted this
puristbleedspinstripes.com - 3 days ago
Greatness Comes to Those Who Take It
— puristbleedspinstripes.com — [I will have a recap with photos and videos from the bar--AND OMG DID I MENTION CHRIS MELONI WAS THERE?!--a little later on] Let us now praise famous men. Let us praise men that took Twenty-Seven, that did so easily in a 7-3 fashion. Let us praise them. Let us praise Hideki Matsui, who ... (more) Greatness Comes to Those Who Take It

Comments vote down RebeccaOptimist RebeccaOptimist posted 3 days agoposted this
Core earns one for the thumb
nypost.com - 3 days ago
Core earns one for the thumb
— nypost.com — Somebody needs to take these guys’ thumb measurements. Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Andy Pettitte and Jorge Posada will have one more piece of championship jewelry come next spring — and need to employ their thumbs if they intend to display that hard... (more) Core earns one for the thumb

Comments vote down The Big Lead found this 3 days agofound this
Lilly Gets His “Murderin’ Arm” Fixed
hirejimessian.com - 3 days ago
Lilly Gets His “Murderin’ Arm” Fixed
— hirejimessian.com — Oh, Cubs. You’re so collectively dumb. The pervasive organizational stupidity of this franchise is more consistent than Mariano Rivera. As you’ve probably already heard, Ted Lilly had arthroscopic surgery on his shoulder, and will miss the beginning of the season . In Cubs speak, ... (more) Lilly Gets His “Murderin’ Arm” Fixed

Comments vote down Bad Kermit Bad Kermit posted 3 days agoposted this
Back on Top, Yankees Add A 27th Title
nytimes.com - 3 days ago
Back on Top, Yankees Add A 27th Title
— nytimes.com — Mariano Rivera, who got the final five outs, holding the trophy as the Yankees celebrated their first title in nine years. For Rivera and three teammates, it was their fifth championship with the team. More Photos > (more) Back on Top, Yankees Add A 27th Title

Comments vote down SportsFilter found this 3 days agofound this
'George, this one is for you'
mlb.mlb.com - 3 days ago
'George, this one is for you'
— mlb.mlb.com — "The Boss" was home in Tampa, Fla., apparently watching the festivities on TV. > "I wish he was here," said Mariano Rivera, who closed the game, 7-3, against the Phillies that set a wild celebration in motion. Rivera added that he asked son Hank ... (more) 'George, this one is for you'

Comments vote down SportsFilter found this 3 days agofound this
Matsui Gives Yanks Parting Gift
nybaseballdigest.com - 3 days ago
Matsui Gives Yanks Parting Gift
— nybaseballdigest.com — In all likelihood Hideki Matsui played his final game in pinstripes last night. His first Yankee Stadium performance was in 2003 when he hit a grand slam in a victory over the Minnesota Twins. His potential finale was a three hit/6 RBI performance that will go down in Yankees lore. The 2009 MVP ... (more) Matsui Gives Yanks Parting Gift

Comments vote down msilva177 msilva177 posted 3 days agoposted this
replacementlevel.com - 3 days ago
YANKEES WIN THE 2009 WORLD SERIES!!!
— replacementlevel.com — Once Alex Rodriguez returned from his hip surgery, the Yankees were the best team in baseball.  The best team doesn’t always make it to the promised land, but they did this year. Apparently having swagger and not being intimidated was less ... (more) YANKEES WIN THE 2009 WORLD SERIES!!!

Comments vote down Viva El Birdos found this 3 days agofound this
espn.go.com - 3 days ago
November 04, 2009
— espn.go.com — Fast Facts •The Yankees' 27 World Series titles are the most in MLB history. •Wednesday's clincher marked the sixth time New York has defeated the defending champ in the World Series. •The Yankees are the first team to lead the majors in runs and ... (more) November 04, 2009

Comments vote down ESPN Feed: neyer rob found this 3 days agofound this
Start Spreading The News
fackyouk.blogspot.com - 3 days ago
Start Spreading The News
— fackyouk.blogspot.com — (more) Start Spreading The News

Comments vote down Fack Youk Fack Youk posted 3 days agoposted this
Phillies in the Ninth
baseballmusings.com - 3 days ago
Phillies in the Ninth
— baseballmusings.com — Jeter singles in the eighth, but that’s all the Yankees get. They lead 7-3 as the Phillies come up in the ninth. Francisco, Ruiz and Rollins are schedule to bat against Mariano Rivera. (more) Phillies in the Ninth

Comments vote down StatsGuru StatsGuru posted 3 days agoposted this
Girardi sez Mariano could throw 45 pitches, won’t rule out bringing him in during the 7th
steadyburn.net - 3 days ago
Girardi sez Mariano could throw 45 pitches, won’t rule out bringing him in during the 7th
— steadyburn.net — SportsRadioInterviews.com posted the skinny from Joe Girardi’s interview with Mike Francesca on WFAN today. Couple of intriguing thoughts swirling around in the manager’s well-bic’d noggin approaching game time - he’d be ... (more) Girardi sez Mariano could throw 45 pitches, won’t rule ...

Comments vote down Sharapova's Thigh found this 3 days agofound this
fromthedugout.freedomblogging.com - 3 days ago
Mariano dwarfs all other October pitchers
— fromthedugout.freedomblogging.com — Yes, that headline is an understatement. But consider: In his chat this morning, Rob Neyer was asked whether we should quit calling Mariano Rivera the greatest postseason closer ever and just start saying he’s the greatest postseason player ... (more) Mariano dwarfs all other October pitchers

Comments vote down No, You're a Towel found this 3 days agofound this
baseballthinkfactory.org - 3 days ago
Lady Gaga Sees Herself In Yankees Star Mariano Rivera
— baseballthinkfactory.org — If only Robert Griffin would sign Lady Gaga to his label… The New York Yankees are nine innings away from winning the World Series. If everything goes according to the Yanks’ plan on Wednesday night, Mariano Rivera will take the mound for the final ... (more) Lady Gaga Sees Herself In Yankees Star Mariano Rivera

Comments vote down WasWatching.com found this 3 days agofound this
mtv.com - 3 days ago
Lady Gaga Sees Herself In Yankees Star Mariano Rivera
— mtv.com — The New York Yankees are nine innings away from winning the World Series. If everything goes according to the Yanks' plan on Wednesday night (November 4), Mariano Rivera will take the mound for the final handful of outs, leading the team to its first ... (more) Lady Gaga Sees Herself In Yankees Star Mariano Rivera

Comments vote down Circling The Bases found this 3 days agofound this
puristbleedspinstripes.com - 3 days ago
Seriously, folks?
— puristbleedspinstripes.com — Generally speaking, I try to remain calm. There are few things that really get me riled up–human rights, civil rights, etc…and fans that have the gall to ask if Mariano Rivera can handle the pressure. Look, I know we’re all on edge. I know the Yanks missed the chance to ... (more) Seriously, folks?

Comments vote down RebeccaOptimist RebeccaOptimist posted 3 days agoposted this
Top Ten Reasons the Yankees Will Lose World Series Game Six
myteamrivals.typepad.com - 4 days ago
Top Ten Reasons the Yankees Will Lose World Series Game Six
— myteamrivals.typepad.com — I felt a little guilty about writing a poem that prays for a Yankee win tonight (albeit satirically), so I came up with this list. Robinson “Double Bubble Trouble” Cano loses popup in bubble. Compounds error with gum-laden overthrow. Mark Teixiera literally comes out of shoes on ... (more) Top Ten Reasons the Yankees Will Lose World Series Game Six

Comments vote down BillZe BillZe posted 4 days agoposted this
Going the Distance
baseballmusings.com - 4 days ago
Going the Distance
— baseballmusings.com — Mariano Rivera is ready to pitch as long as needed for a championship: Rivera has already pitched two or more innings three times this postseason, most recently during a 3-1 win in Game 2 of the World Series. But would he be able to pitch three if needed? “Hopefully we don’t ... (more) Going the Distance

Comments vote down StatsGuru StatsGuru posted 4 days agoposted this
Winning It All On An Anniversary
noyoureatowel.net - 4 days ago
Winning It All On An Anniversary
— noyoureatowel.net — On November 4, 2001 one of the most exciting World Series ended with one of its most exciting games. Mariano Rivera walked off the mound as Luis Gonzalez infamous bloop landed. It was the only World Series to be played into November until this year. Eight years to the date later, Rivera and the ... (more) Winning It All On An Anniversary

Comments vote down elgato83 elgato83 posted 4 days agoposted this
Who closes for Philly tonight?
bases.nbcsports.com - 4 days ago
Who closes for Philly tonight?
— bases.nbcsports.com — Or, if they're tied or losing, who comes out of the pen late?  Lidge? Madson? Even when his usage suggested that he was going with the hot hand (or, in this case, the less cold hand) Charlie Manuel has at least... (more) Who closes for Philly tonight?

Comments vote down The Hardball Times found this 4 days agofound this
lohud.com - 4 days ago
Mo set to do whatever is needed
— lohud.com — NEW YORK - Mariano Rivera has pitched three innings or more just twice in his postseason career. The first time was in Game 2 of the 1995 division series, and then in Game 7 of the 2003 ALCS against the Red Sox. Rivera won the former, and, of course, ... (more) Mo set to do whatever is needed

Comments vote down The LoHud Yankees Blog found this 4 days agofound this
World Series Preview, Game 6: Phillies at Yankees
misterballz.blogspot.com - 4 days ago
World Series Preview, Game 6: Phillies at Yankees
— misterballz.blogspot.com — Trying to extend the World Series to a 7th game for the first time since the 2001 postseason, when the Yankees lost to the Diamondbacks, the Phillies head to New York. The Yankees lead the series 3-2 and still stand just 27 outs from their 27th World Series Championship. The pitching match up ... (more) World Series Preview, Game 6: Phillies at Yankees

Comments vote down JayBallz JayBallz posted 4 days agoposted this
Importance of Bullpen Roles on Display
nybaseballdigest.com - 4 days ago
Importance of Bullpen Roles on Display
— nybaseballdigest.com — I always preach the important of players knowing their roles throughout the 25 man roster. Preparation is so important and having the right mental approach will only allow for players to maximize their ability. I believe the bullpen is the most important area for this and starts with the ... (more) Importance of Bullpen Roles on Display

Comments vote down msilva177 msilva177 posted 4 days agoposted this
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