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Clint Frazier Goes For Two Home Runs In Victory
After recording the game-winning home run Saturday night at Camden Yards, New York Yankees outfielder Clint Frazier had an even better performance Sunday afternoon. With the Yankees seeking a sweep, the 24-year-old connected on a pair of home runs, driving in four of his club's 15 runs on the day. Frazier joined Gary Sanchez in […]
RDelgado 6 years agoGary Sanchez Smashes Three Home Runs Sunday
The New York Yankees embraced their Bronx Bombers persona Sunday afternoon at Camden Yards in their demolition of the Baltimore Orioles. The team connected on seven home runs, with catcher Gary Sanchez at the forefront. The 26-year-old smashed a career-high three home runs, becoming just the third man in franchise history to record six home […]
RDelgado 6 years agoLuke Voit Puts Baltimore Away With Blast
After New York Yankees infielder Gleyber Torres' heroics put the Yankees ahead Thursday afternoon, the club held on to a one-run lead against the Baltimore Orioles. That was until the top of the ninth when Luke Voit delivered a three-run blast, his only hit of the game. While Voit entered the season in competition with Greg […]
RDelgado 6 years agoJames Paxton Overcomes Woes, Earns Win
Things appeared to be headed in the wrong direction early on Thursday afternoon for the New York Yankees and James Paxton. At Camden Yards playing the Baltimore Orioles, Paxton allowed three runs in the first, throwing nearly 30 pitches in the process. After that, however, he pitched better, allowing just one more run and striking […]
RDelgado 6 years agoGleyber Torres Smacks Two Home Runs To Save Yankees
The New York Yankees were in need of someone to step up and get the offense going Thursday afternoon in Baltimore as they found themselves trailing once again. That person would turn out to be infielder Gleyber Torres, who had arguably the best game of his young career. Torres went 4-for-4 on the afternoon, drilling […]
RDelgado 6 years agoJuan Lagares Still Searching At The Plate
New York Mets center fielder Juan Lagares has gotten off to a rough start at the plate in 2019. The former Gold Glove winner had just two hits in 13 plate appearances entering Thursday's series opener against the Nationals. He would have two additional plate appearances, going hitless and striking out once before getting removed […]
RDelgado 6 years agoSeth Lugo Hit Again As Woes Continue
The New York Mets bullpen has not been effective thus far in 2019, with the exception of closer Edwin Diaz. Seth Lugo, one of the better pitchers the bullpen featured last year, is at the forefront of these early woes. The 28-year-old was tagged for two runs on two hits Thursday afternoon, only managing to […]
RDelgado 6 years agoNoah Syndergaard A Hard-luck Loser Thursday
The New York Mets were shut out on Thursday in their home opener at Citi Field. On the mound was Noah Syndergaard, who had a very strong performance, but was out-pitched by the opponent. The 26-year-old carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, though he was already trailing as a result of a couple of […]
RDelgado 6 years agoPeter Alonso Picks Up Two Hits, Stays Hot
After getting Tuesday off, New York Mets first baseman Peter Alonso returned to the lineup for Wednesday's game at Marlins Park. The rookie batted second and once again played first base. He would record two hits, including a double in the third inning that drove in New York's third run of the game. The 24-year-old […]
RDelgado 6 years agoJacob deGrom Strikes Out 14, Earns Win
Make that two wins in the first two starts this season for New York Mets ace Jacob deGrom. The reigning NL Cy Young winner easily handled the lowly Miami Marlins, going seven innings and allowing just three hits and a walk. He struck out 14 batters, the most he's ever recorded in one game. Rounding […]
RDelgado 6 years agoJonathan Loaisiga Allows One Run In Season Debut
Making his first start of the 2019 season, young New York Yankees pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga lasted just four innings, but managed to keep the runs allowed low. The 24-year-old surrendered just one run on one hit, dealing with walks instead of hits as he handed out three of them. He would also strike out four […]
RDelgado 6 years agoChad Green Allows Home Run, Takes Loss
Wednesday afternoon saw another weak effort by the New York Yankees offense in the Bronx. The unit only managed to score one run, leaving little room for error for the pitching staff. Reliever Chad Green, one of the vaunted arms out of the bullpen, gave up a solo home run in the eighth. It would […]
RDelgado 6 years agoTroy Tulowitzki Exits With Calf Injury
The New York Yankees possibly suffered another loss Wednesday afternoon in their game against the Detroit Tigers. Shortstop Troy Tulowitzki, the former All-Star shortstop with a history of injuries, possibly suffered another to his left calf. He immediately left the stadium for the New York Presbyterian Hospital to undergo further testing. The 34-year-old signed with the […]
RDelgado 6 years agoAmed Rosario Drives In Two As Mets Prevail
New York Mets shortstop Amed Rosario provided offensive support from the bottom of the lineup Tuesday night in Miami. Batting seventh, the 23-year-old recorded just one hit, but it was a double with the bases loaded in the first inning, scoring two to increase his club's early lead. Rosario has had success in his brief […]
RDelgado 6 years agoShaky Jason Vargas Earns Victory
New York Mets starting pitcher Jason Vargas was arguably the most troubling member of the Mets rotation heading into the new season. He failed to ease those worries with his performance on Tuesday, as he allowed a run in the first inning right after his offense provided him five runs of support. Vargas would only […]
RDelgado 6 years agoJustin Wilson Escapes With Save
The New York Mets nearly blew a four-run lead Tuesday night at Marlins Park, but managed to escape. With Edwin Diaz unavailable after appearing in a non-save situation Monday night, Justin Wilson was tasked with preserving the lead. By the time the former Chicago Cub entered, the lead was already in peril. He escaped a […]
RDelgado 6 years agoLuke Voit Expects To Play Wednesday
Visibly upset after getting hit in the hand Tuesday night, New York Yankees first baseman and designated hitter Luke Voit said after his team's loss that he expects to play on Wednesday. The 28-year-old underwent X-rays afterwards, with the results coming back negative. He publicly stated his anger, saying he was "pissed" about getting hit, but […]
RDelgado 6 years agoDJ LeMahieu Scores Run As Playing Time Rises
One thing became clear for the New York Yankees as the status of Miguel Andujar (shoulder) became a mystery: that's that infielder DJ LeMahieu will emerge with close to everyday status as a player on the club. The obvious option to replace Andujar at third base in the interim, LeMahieu did just that on Tuesday, batting fifth. […]
RDelgado 6 years agoMasahiro Tanaka Has Strong Start, Earns No-Decision
Making his second start of the season, Masahiro Tanaka delivered the New York Yankees another quality performance. The 30-year-old went 6 2/3 innings, allowing just one run on eight hits. He would strike out seven Tigers without walking a single batter. While it was a strong start, his offense only mustered one run, meaning he […]
RDelgado 6 years agoAroldis Chapman Stumbles, Takes Loss
New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman was faced with a non-save situation Tuesday night in the Bronx. The Cuban native entered in the ninth inning of a tied game and ominously allowed a leadoff walk before a double quickly put the Detroit Tigers ahead. He would allow a second run before escaping, getting tagged with […]
RDelgado 6 years agoEdwin Diaz Walks Tightrope, Escapes Jam
New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz faced his first precarious situation this season, as he entered Monday night's game in Miami for a non-save appearance. With his team up by four runs, the 25-year-old allowed a walk to the first batter, before allowing a pair of hits. After that, however, he struck out the final […]
RDelgado 6 years agoSteven Matz Hurt By Errors In Season Debut
Making his first start of the 2019 season, New York Mets left-hander Steven Matz allowed three runs, but just one was earned. Tossing 5 1/3 innings, the 27-year-old allowed six hits, but walked none and struck out three. While his team was trailing by the time his night was over, the offense would storm back […]
RDelgado 6 years agoPeter Alonso Smacks First Home Run
The New York Mets picked up another victory on Monday night, defeating the Miami Marlins to begin a new series. The game was in doubt almost the whole way until the ninth, when Peter Alonso made his presence felt yet again. The rookie connected on a lethal, three-run home run after the club had taken […]
RDelgado 6 years agoBrett Gardner Hits First Homer In Victory
Batting leadoff as a result of one of the many injuries the New York Yankees are currently suffering from, outfielder Brett Gardner came through on Monday night. Taking on the Detroit Tigers, the longest-tenured Yankee recorded two hits, including a solo home run in what would ultimately be a quiet offensive night, with the Yankees […]
RDelgado 6 years agoAdam Ottavino Continues Strong Start With Yankees
The best reliever out of the New York Yankees bullpen thus far in 2019 has been Adam Ottavino. The New York native, who was signed from Colorado over the winter, made his third appearance of the season Monday night, firing a scoreless inning while picking up two more strikeouts. At this point, it's clear that […]
RDelgado 6 years agoDomingo German Overcomes Walks To Earn Win
Thrown into the starting rotation due to injuries, New York Yankees right-hander Domingo German was not excellent, but was solid enough to earn a victory Monday night in the Bronx. The 26-year-old fired five one-hit innings, overcoming five walks by limiting Detroit to just one hit while recording seven strikeouts. While he allowed one run, […]
RDelgado 6 years agoMiguel Andujar Diagnosed With Labrum Tear
Results have come in for New York Yankees third baseman Miguel Andujar and they're ominous. After their game Monday night, manager Aaron Boone announced the 24-year-old was diagnosed with a small labrum tear, with surgery a possibility. At this point, he will be monitored for the next two weeks with no baseball activity. Eventually, surgery […]
RDelgado 6 years agoMiguel Andujar Hits The Injured List
The New York Yankees just announced their second man to hit the injured list Monday as third baseman Miguel Andujar will be placed on the 10-day injured list with a shoulder strain. The 24-year-old has gone for examinations, with results pending. As a result, infielder Tyler Wade has been recalled from Triple-A. This is the […]
RDelgado 6 years agoYankees Could Use Opener For Domingo German's Outing
While New York Yankees pitcher Domingo German will pitch at some point on Monday against the Detroit Tigers, the Yankees are strongly considering the possibility of using an opener for the game. That will ultimately depend on the use of the bullpen for Sunday's game, currently in a rain delay. Should the game be rained out, […]
RDelgado 6 years agoDakota Hudson Moving To Bullpen For Now
The St. Louis Cardinals are temporarily moving to a four-man starting pitcher rotation as their future schedule features a number of days off. That means Dakota Hudson will be moving into the bullpen, although he will be available to start on Wednesday against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hudson struggled in his first start this season, […]
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