Oct. 25, 2009
• Series rotations unclear beyond ace lefties | • Q&A with Nick Swisher |
• Clinch lets Posada forget tough night | • Joba plays critical role in clincher |
• Old hands, new faces celebrate Series berth | • Angels' title hopes come to end in ALCS |
• Yanks rediscover path to pennant | • Girardi comfortable with his moves |
• Fans revel in return trip to Fall Classic | • Entering in eighth, Mariano rewards faith |
• CC's two ALCS gems net MVP honors | • Disappointed Angels move on |
• Stars 'n' Pinstripes: Yanks earn AL flag | • Angels fall at precipice of pinnacle |
• American, Top 40: Title extends NYY mark | • Just dandy: Pettitte delivers AL pennant |
• Hits quit coming for Angels in ALCS | • Yanks get better of Saunders in rematch |
• A-Rod's playoff transformation continues | • With '09 in books, Halos look to future |
• Chess match: Pitching tough to figure | • Poor D squashes Halos' rally hopes |
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 6 | • Angels Short Hops: Game 6 |
• Vlad's gaffe latest of playoff blunders | • Bernie returns to Bronx for first pitch |
• Figgins staying with what works for him | • Mathis' hot bat earns him Game 6 start |
• Original Game 6 plan not altered |
Oct. 24, 2009
• Who will handle changes best in ALCS? | • Game 6 of ALCS postponed until today |
• Yankees feeling sunny after trip home | • Angels are always up for road trip |
• Postponing Game 6 a good call by MLB | • Bauman: CC should start Game 6 |
• Mo supporting embattled Hughes | • Rain unlikely to affect Yanks greatly |
• Angels not letting rain stall momentum | • Extra rest nothing new for Pettitte |
• Pettitte eyes another playoff record | • Rain-induced rest likely benefits both teams |
• FAQs on the suspended Game 6 | • Disappointed fans cope with ALCS rainout |
• Saunders won't be deterred a day later | • Rainout may clear way for Lackey |
• Yanks not shaking over bridge to Mo | • Girardi sticks with Swisher for Game 6 |
• Rain forecast, but gates open for Game 6 | • Slumping Swisher in lineup for Game 6 |
Oct. 23, 2009
• Elite teams not settling for second best | • Halos face big task in Bronx this weekend |
• Fuentes a quiet craftsman on the mound | • Game 6 plans for Pettitte clear; weather isn't |
• Angels ready for round 6 of tight tussle | • Rivera locks down Sporting News honors |
• Halos feel momentum favors them | • Weaver steps up in rare relief outing |
• Angels Short Hops: Game 5 |
Oct. 22, 2009
• A-Rod's RBI streak ends | • Umpire's call on Damon draws attention |
• Q&A with Nick Swisher | • Fuentes saves best for last in Game 5 |
• Rally has Halos riding high into Bronx | • Angels need spark from Figgins, Abreu |
• Breakdown: Seventh inning of ALCS Game 5 | • Yanks' quartet good after all these years |
• Hunter catches Burnett napping with steal | • Girardi's Game 5 pitching moves backfire |
• Two key twists not to Lackey's liking | • Escape to New York: Angels win Game 5 |
• Halos' bats finally break out vs. Yanks | • Moves don't cost Halos in end |
• Yanks' pivotal inning No. 7: Heaven, then 'L' | • Chess Match: Timing relief proves difficult |
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 5 | • Fans turn out in the Bronx to root on Yanks |
• Burnett-Molina battery intact for Game 5 | • Scioscia comfortable with familiar order |
• Hunter named Sporting News AL All-Star |
Oct. 21, 2009
• Halos staying positive despite deficit | • Finish line in sight, Yankees aim for WS |
• Angels must figure out way to stop A-Rod | • Melky's big night a good sign for Yanks |
• Halos, Yanks both confident for Game 5 | • Scioscia keeps cool with pressure on |
• Streaky Damon back in a groove | • Mathis brings QB skills to receiver job |
• Angels place fate in hands of Lackey | • Night-and-Day Rod: '09 Alex at his best |
• Payoff for Yanks? Playoff success | • Sporting News tabs Scioscia top skipper |
• After review, Posada realizes miscue | • Burnett staying cool with shot at Series |
• Jeter says he's fine despite cough |
Oct. 20, 2009
• Q&A with Nick Swisher | • Down 3-1, LA clubs face tough Game 5s |
• Relaxed Sabathia mows down Halos | • Behind CC, Yanks a win from pennant |
• Umpires shaky on several Game 4 calls | • Posada loses track of outs against Halos |
• Dominance not always about perfection | • Chess Match: Big move comes pregame |
• Stymied by CC, Angels move to brink | • Angels' bullpen derailed in Game 4 |
• Stagnant Halos bats meet irresistible force | • With no support, Kazmir can't help himself |
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 4 | • Angels Short Hops: Game 4 |
• Rivera cleared in spitting incident | • Girardi has no regrets after Game 3 |
• Teixeira's D helps make up for slump | • UConn tragedy hits home for Scioscia |
• Posada rises in order against Kazmir | • Hero Mathis sits in favor of Napoli |
Oct. 19, 2009
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 3 | • Momentum shift in store for Game 4? |
• Moves don't pan out for Girardi | • Halos' hurlers run gamut in gutsy Game 3 |
• Q&A with Nick Swisher | • Comeback Kendrick: Infielder sparks rally |
• Yanks, Halos combine for six homers | • Even at 39, Rivera has no equal |
• CC on short rest -- which team will it favor? | • Vlad bests Pettitte to silence critics |
• CC comfortable starting on short rest | • Girardi's late-game moves questioned |
• Jeter, Tex combine on great play | • Chess Match: Reserves play big role |
• Yanks take first loss despite four homers | • Mathis' walk-off double closes ALCS gap |
• As ignitor Figgins goes, so go Angels | • Thrilling 10th highlights ALCS Game 3 |
• Angels prove they're a tough out | • Mathis delivers biggest hit of career |
• Kazmir gets chance to prove worth | • Angels Short Hops: Game 3 |
• Vlad remains in cleanup role for Game 3 | • Posada returns to Yanks' ALCS lineup |
Oct. 18, 2009
• A-Rod: From 'rock bottom' to rocking October | • Tidbits: Angels shuffle lineup vs. Pettitte |
• Big games bring out the best in Pettitte | • Home cooking could revive Angels |
• Up 2-0 in ALCS, Yanks in good position | • Robertson proving invaluable for Yanks |
• Good now, Yanks on threshold of great | • In CC they trust: Sabathia to start Game 4 |
• Halos not making excuses for sloppy D | • Weaver in control at home for Game 3 |
• Hunter saw A-Rod homer coming | • Stadium open to fans for Game 3 |
Oct. 17, 2009
• Jeter now third in postseason homers | • Neighborhood non-call the 'right call' |
• Q&A with Nick Swisher | • Halos come to life in wild fifth frame |
• Figgins' slump-buster almost game-winner | • In RISP situations, Halos falling short |
• Saunders rewards Scioscia's faith | • Meant 2B: Yanks win Game 2 on error |
• Heartbreaker puts Halos down 2-0 in ALCS | • Chess Match: Relief moves pay off |
• Alex the late looks great; HR in 11th amazes | • 'D' betraying Halos at worst possible time |
• A timeless classic on both sides | • Girardi pens victorious ending |
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 2 | • Angels Short Hops: Game 2 |
• Vlad focused on Yankees, not future | • Rain sure to be a factor for Game 2 |
• Napoli, Izturis in lineup for Game 2 | • Molina gets Game 2 call behind plate |
• Ratings soar in early games of LCS |
Oct. 16, 2009
• Burnett ready for weight of Game 2 start | • Q&A with Nick Swisher |
• A-Rod none the worse for wear after play | • Angels need Figgins to find his stroke |
• Weather keeps balls inside Stadium | • CC's Yanks take what Angels give them |
• Chess Match: Girardi, Scioscia ride starters | • Angels, Yanks ready with an eye on sky |
• Damon's ALDS woes an afterthought | • Saunders ready after long break |
• Lackey keeps Yanks close, gets little help | • Value of CC continues to pay off |
• Yankees Short Hops: Game 1 | • Defense abandons Halos in Game 1 |
• Fielding miscues cost Angels vs. Yanks | • Close call at first goes Yanks' way |
• Angels Short Hops: Game 1 | • Hatcher enjoying his Halos batters' success |
• Scioscia sticks with familiar in Game 1 | • Outlook good for mostly dry Game 1 |
• Teixeira out to take care of business | • Yanks employ familiar lineup in Game 1 |
• Yanks finalize ALCS roster with Guzman | • Rivera excused from Yankees workouts |
• Fuentes atypical but successful as closer | • Strikeouts give Yankees an October edge |
• Kendrick relishes ALCS shot at Yanks |
Oct. 15, 2009
• ALCS predicted to be long, hard fight | • Molina has insider's view of opponents |
• Unflappable Lackey poised to perform | • ALCS meant to be Yankees-Angels |
• Familiar foe adds excitement for Hunter | • For Yankees, home is where the start is |
• Jeter inspires family of hospitalized boy | • For five Yankees, ALCS a happy return |
• Step by step, CC ready for Angels | • Yanks opt for Guzman's speed over Hinske |
• Yanks' overhaul will be put to test |
Oct. 14, 2009
• Fresh cup of Joe: Girardi embraces unity | • Many variables as Yanks face Halos |
• Division Series packed with late action | • Mariano wins Delivery Man of Year Award |
• When others worry, Damon shrugs it off | • Veteran umps named LCS crew chiefs |
• Halos add power to formidable repertoire | • World Series experience breakdown |
• Yanks rotation far from set in stone | • LCS clubs sparked by their leadoff men |
• Road to LCS different for four finalists | • Angels split lefties in setting rotation |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Starters | • Let's get ready to rumble |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Coaching staff | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Fans |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Bench | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Middle relief |
• Angels look to Figgins to get them going | • Jeter not fazed by new role in 2009 |
Oct. 13, 2009
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Closer | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Third base |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Second base | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Shortstop |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: First base | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Catchers |
• Angels-Yankees matchup: Manager | • Angels-Yankees matchup: Outfield |
• Abreu's impact on Halos' lineup a hit | • Fleet-footed Halos have need for speed |
• Angels' ALCS rotation up in the air | • LCS start times finalized by MLB |
• TBS hits a home run with baseball coverage | • Girardi mulling over three-man rotation |
• Lackey to take ball in Game 1 of ALCS | • Past is inconsequential to Sabathia |
• First Freeway World Series possible | • For Yanks, history won't repeat itself |
• Halos get bang for their 'Teixeira bucks' |
Oct. 12, 2009
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