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' |
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