Archive for October 3rd, 2006
Unless they play perfect baseball, young Tigers could face quick exit
Jim Leyland insists his Detroit Tigers aren’t overmatched.
Now, they have to prove it in Game 2. Otherwise, their first playoff appearance in 19 years probably won’t last long.
Detroit wasn’t blown out by the powerful New York Yankees as many anticipated Tuesday night. After falling behind by five runs early, the Tigers fought back in an […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Jeter’s perfect night leads Yanks to win
Derek Jeter and the rest of the modern-day Murderers’ Row overwhelmed the young Detroit Tigers, getting the New York Yankees off to a quick start in the first round of the AL playoffs.
Jeter tied the postseason record for hits, going 5-for-5 with a home run to lead New York over Detroit 8-4 Tuesday night in […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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A look at Alex Rodriguez’s day in the AL playoffs
All eyes are on Alex Rodriguez during this postseason. A look at how A-Rod did for the New York Yankees:
AT THE PLATE: Dropped to sixth in New York’s loaded lineup, Rodriguez got a big ovation from the sellout crowd at Yankee Stadium before his first at-bat. After booing him often this season, fans sounded eager […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Report: Grimsley’s attorney calls report inaccurate (SportsTicker)
PHOENIX (Ticker) - According to a report in the Arizona Republic, former major leaguer Jason Grimsley told federal agents “never in a million years” would Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens use steroids, human growth hormone or performance-enhancing drugs, his attorney said on Monday.
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Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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A look at Alex Rodriguez’s day in the AL playoffs (AP)
All eyes are on Alex Rodriguez during this postseason. A look at how A-Rod did for the New York Yankees: AT THE PLATE: Dropped to sixth in New York’s loaded lineup, Rodriguez got a big ovation from the sellout crowd at Yankee Stadium before his first at-bat. After booing him often this season, fans sounded […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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A look at A-Rod’s day in the AL playoffs
All eyes are on Alex Rodriguez during this postseason. A look at how A-Rod did for the New York Yankees:
AT THE PLATE: Dropped to sixth in New York’s loaded lineup, Rodriguez got a big ovation from the sellout crowd at Yankee Stadium before his first at-bat. After booing him often this season, fans sounded eager […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Tigers could face early exit if not perfect
Jim Leyland insists his Detroit Tigers aren’t overmatched.
Now, they have to prove it in Game 2. Otherwise, their first playoff appearance in 19 years probably won’t last long.
Detroit wasn’t blown out by the mighty New York Yankees as many anticipated Tuesday night. After falling behind by five runs early, the Tigers fought back in an […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Playoff Capsules (AP)
Derek Jeter and the rest of the modern-day Murderers’ Row overwhelmed the young Detroit Tigers, getting the New York Yankees off to a quick start in the first round of the AL playoffs. Jeter tied the postseason record for hits, going 5-for-5 with a home run to lead New York over Detroit 8-4 Tuesday night […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Raul Chavez - #36 - Catcher - 5′11″ - 180lbs
News: Orioles designated catcher Raul Chavez for assignment.Impact: He’ll be eligible to become a free agent once he clears waivers. The Orioles could re-sign him to a minor league deal, but they’ll likely want a superior backup for Ramon Hernandez. …[more]
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Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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Leyland: Yankees vs. Tigers not varsity vs. freshmen
Back in the postseason for the first time in nine years, Jim Leyland believes his Detroit Tigers are under-appreciated going into their first-round series against the New York Yankees.
“I think a lot of people for whatever reason, they have this as the Yankee varsity versus the scrimmage and the freshman team,” the manager said before […]
Posted: October 3rd, 2006.
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