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Michael Morrissey's newest book, The Pride and the Pressure, examines the highs and lows of being a New York Yankee.

After an unsuccessful 2008, the Yankees spent a fortune on three free agents they hope will put them back in the World Series.

2007 MLB spring training injuries to Chien-Ming Wang, Andy Pettitte, and Kenny Rogers threaten some of baseball's best teams.

The New York Yankees are World Series Champions again, but, controversy swirls after a very interesting season.

Many great teams have come and gone over the past 140 years of major league baseball. Here is our list of the ten best baseball teams of all time.

Albert Pujols, Alex Rodriguez, and Johann Santana top their respective positions in this look at the Top 10 Fantasy Baseball Players at Each Position.

The 1961 Yankees won the World Series in five games. Many fans believe that it had been an easy series. Beating the Cincinnati Reds was extremely difficult.

The 2007 New York Yankees have the best hitting in baseball. The additions of Andy Pettitte, Kei Igawa and (maybe) Roger Clemens will give them a top rotation as well.

With a new manager and three promising young pitchers, the Yankees are looking to start a new dynasty in 2008.

The Yankees may arguably have the best starting rotation this season. They also have one of the best lineups. But, the success of the team will depend on team unity.

Keep on top of all important fantasy baseball injuries with daily flash reports and a weekly health status on dozens of key Major League players.

A look into the life, times and death of one of the greatest baseball players of all time.

The New York Yankees spend the most money and this season they are winning the biggest. It is a system that is good for baseball.

The post-dynasty New York Yankees have gotten off to many slow starts, but each team has been a regular-season force.

Babe Ruth still holds quite a few hitting records. But as the heroes of the New Dynasty get a little bit older, they are starting to amke their mark on Yankee history.

The Yankees have already landed the two biggest free agent pitchers in baseball. Now, they are setting their sights on the game's most dangerous hitter.

With so many retired numbers, the New York Yankees may someday be the first team to have a player wear number 100.

The Yankees signed their five-time All Star catcher Jorge Posada to a deal that will pay him more than $13 million per season for the next four years.

The New York Yankees won their 27th World Series Championship and their first in nine years last night by closing out the defending Champion Phillies in six games.

The Yankees are the greatest dynasty in baseball, even in sports overall, but their greatest dominance occurred between 1927 and 1953.

The New York Yankees look to win their 27th World Championship, holding a 3-1 series lead over the Phillies.

According to many, this was the greatest team in baseball history. Here is a brief summary of the players that led the team to eternal greatness.

A powerful combination of hitters and pitchers gave New York a record number of wins and a World Series sweep in 1927. Many still consider them the best team ever.

Many fans considered the 1961 Yankees a throwback to the legendary 1927 team of Ruth and Gehrig. They did hit more home runs, led by two contenders for Ruth's record.

The New York Yankees have had many great seasons over the years, but their 1998 edition was at least the second best team ever, if not the best.

For almost 100 years, the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees have been involved in baseball's biggest and best rivalry.

The New York Yankees are looking for a new skipper for the first time in 12 seasons. Who is going to take over for Joe Torre?

This dynasty, which began with DiMaggio's debut and ended with Gehrig's retirement, was the best team in the world during the darkest days of the Great Depression.

Why teams like The Yankees with large payrolls are consistent winners in major league baseball.

The House that Ruth Built Will Close Its Doors in 2008 to Major League Baseball. The new, more modernized Yankee Stadium Signals a Newer Look for the Bronx Bombers.

The Yanks announced Feb. 26 that Yuri Sucart - Alex Rodriguez's cousin suspected of injecting the star with steroids - is no longer welcome at team facilities and hotels.

The New York Yankees have apparently decided to include young righty pitcher Phil Hughes in a trade for Minnesota's Johan Santana, possibly edging out Boston in a deal.

The New York Yankees and Philadelphia Phillies kick off the World Series on October 28. It's the latest start in series history. It should be a good matchup for baseball.

From Johnny Podres to Don Clendenon, here are the guys who came through at the biggest time of the baseball year.

It's been said that truly great baseball players excel in the World Series. These players are the real cream of the crop among Fall Classic participants.

With only a month to go to the All-Star Game, it's time to study up on the best players at each position. Or, you can just do the usual and vote for your favorite guys.

CC Sabathia's seven-year, $161 million contract, the largest ever given to a pitcher, didn't surprise many baseball followers. However, it still warrants an analysis.

The World Series featured two seven-game classics in 1957 and 1958. Two departed stars, Hank Bauer and Lew Burdette, had vital moments in those match-ups.

The New York Yankees, who struggled just to find healthy starters to put on the mound last year, are ready to sign one of the game's very best hurlers.

The 1961 Yankees were one of the best of all teams, but the 1962 Yankees are a forgotten World Championship team that didn't approach its previous season statististically

Joe Torre is out as manager of the New York Yankees. Who will replace him?

Just having a little bit of fun while trying to figure out just how good or bad the Yankees will be in 2008.

Despite a sluggish economy the New York Yankees committed $441 million in off-season contracts. This was a win and a loss for Major League Baseball and its teams.

This is an opinion piece expressing my belief as to which players truly deserve a starting spot on the 2007 MLB American League All-Star Team. You may be surprised.

A quick list and statistical summary of the players who won the World Series MVP from 1985 through 2007.

Here is a comprehensive collection of career, season and single game hitting records by Major Leaguers from 1900 to the present.

Everything you need to know about the perfect game. Well, almost.

On Halloween night October 31, 2001, the New York Yankees and the Arizona Diamondbacks played Game 4 of the World Series in New York.

Two teams loaded with power are getting ready to face off in the World Series. Fans should be ready for plenty of home runs and drama between the Yankees and Phillies.

Major League Baseball (MLB) broke from tradition for this World Series and assigned veteran umpires with Series experience, hoping to reduce the number of dubious calls.