New York hurler declines $16M option, but will likely pitch for Yankees if at all
Associated Press Nov 5, 07 10:33 PM CST
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In the latest development of a tumultuous Yankees offseason, star pitcher Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option for 2008. However, his agent stressed that Pettitte's choice was between the Yankees or retirement, saying, "If Andy decides to play, I am confident we can reach an agreement with the Yankees in 24 hours." General manager Brian Cashman told the Daily News he wanted Pettitte to return. "In fact, I'd say I need him to," he said.
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The all-star wanted a deal with $350 million
ESPN Nov 3, 07 7:39 AM CDT
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Not even close. The Yankees fell more than $100 million short of what A-Rod and agent Scott Boras demanded, ESPN reports. Before opting out of his contract, Alex Rodriguez told the Yanks he wanted a deal worth a staggering $350 million over eight years, but the team figured on about $230 million. The two sides never even sat down to try to bridge the difference.
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Victory parade kicks off potentially tumultuous offseason
Associated Press Oct 30, 07 9:44 PM CDT
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Tens of thousands of raucous Bostonians cheered at the victory parade today for their beloved World Series champion Red Sox. Bekilted by the Dropkick Murphys, an Irish-influenced punk band, excitable closer Jonathan Papelbon delighted and bemused the crowd with his inimitable jigging. Many signs in particular congratulated Series MVP Mike Lowell, who becomes a free agent this winter.
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Torre and Dodgers agree to terms as Yanks sign Joe Girardi
Los Angeles Times Oct 30, 07 8:26 PM CDT
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Joe Torre's in and Grady Little's out with the Dodgers, who have okayed terms with the ex-Yankee skipper and almost clinched a deal, the Los Angeles Times reports. Still at issue are Torre's coaching staff and player personnel input. Torre wants his own staff, with Don Mattingly, and is negotiating their salary budget. GM Ned Coletti may announce the deal later today.
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MLB had slammed him for revealing opt-out news during Series
Associated Press Oct 29, 07 10:55 PM CDT
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Alex Rodriguez's agent Scott Boras apologized today for the distraction caused by his announcement during the World Series that A-Rod would opt out of his Yankee contract, Responding to criticism from baseball officials angered at the move, Boras said in a statement that, "The unfortunate result was not my intent, but is solely my fault. I could have handled this situation better," reports the AP.
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Uses clause in contract to declare himself
a free agent
Sports Illustrated Oct 29, 07 4:38 AM CDT
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Superstar third baseman Alex Rodriguez is no longer a New York Yankee, Sports Illustrated reports. His agent tells the magazine that he notified the club that A-Rod is opting out of his $252 million deal to seek an even bigger one on the open market. The Yankees, who were reportedly planning to offer the two-time MVP an extension, have said repeatedly that they will not pursue him as a free agent.
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Baseball's richest contract may not be enough for slugger
ESPN Oct 10, 07 1:20 AM CDT
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Alex Rodriguez hasn’t indicated if he will opt out his contract with the Yankees, but if he does his agent has ambitious plans. Scott Boras said in a radio interview he will tell suitors that A-Rod is the most valuable player in baseball history, will play until he is 45, and probably break the all-time homerun and hit records, reports ESPN.
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Skipper is done in New York if he can't lead Yanks past Tribe
Bergen County Record Oct 7, 07 12:29 PM CDT
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Joe Torre is one loss away from unemployment. Last night George Steinbrenner told the Bergen County Record the skipper is finished in New York unless the Yankees rally to beat the Cleveland Indians. “He's the highest-paid manager in baseball, so I don't think we'd take him back if we don't win this series,” Steinbrenner said, in a vintage threat-filled rant.
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Toronto rookie helps school Bombers 4-1
New York Times Sep 25, 07 4:26 AM CDT
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The Yankees' remarkable playoff push was temporarily derailed by the Blue Jays, whose September call-up Jesse Litsch threw almost eight frames of one-run ball. The Yankees still need just one win or one Detroit loss in the next six games to secure the wild-card berth, but their hopes of beating Boston for the division lead grew fainter.
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Agent brokering
$300M deal that
could give club new
infielder, part owner
ESPN Sep 23, 07 5:48 PM CDT
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Alex Rodriguez could join Alfonso Soriano at the heart of a monster Cubs lineup next season: ESPN reports that A-Rod's agent, Scott Boras, is brokering a deal with future Cubs owners that could net the star $300 million over 10 years. Part of the contract would give A-Rod a stake in the franchise, New York magazine reports in the issue out tomorrow.
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Mussina returns from 'pen with 4-1 win
New York Times Sep 13, 07 6:40 AM CDT
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After a wretched August when three losses and a 17.69 ERA sent veteran Mike Mussina to the bullpen, the Yankees finally got to see Moose dominate again last night. Filling in for an injured Roger Clemens, Mussina kept the Blue Jays scoreless for 5 2/3 innings and paved the way for the team's seventh consecutive victory.
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Rodriguez' 7th homer
in 5 games shoots
Yanks to 6-3 win
New York Times Sep 10, 07 4:29 AM CDT
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Alex Rodriguez' two-run homer in the first inning yesterday boosted the Yankees to a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals, and helped Yank ace Chien-Ming Wang collect his 18th win of the season . A-Rod, now with 52 home runs this season and a .583 batting average in the four-game series against the Royals, could well become the American League's MVP.
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He's first Yankee to hit 50 since Maris, Mantle
Associated Press Sep 9, 07 4:59 AM CDT
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Alex Rodriguez reached another milestone in his outstanding season yesterday in Kansas City, knocking in his 50th and 51st home runs as the Yanks trounced the Royals 11-5. It's the first 50-plus home run season for a Yankee since 1961, when both Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris accomplished the feat. A-Rod now holds the single season record by a third baseman.
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