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When he was hired to manage the Yankees in 1996, no one could have predicted that Joe Torre would enjoy such longevity and success as skipper of the Bronx Zoo.

Joe Torre will most likely remembered for his successful years as the skipper of a New York Yankees, but he may actually have been better as a player than as a manager.

Joe Torre had some rough years as the skipper of the New York mets, Atlanta Braves and St. Louis Cardinals before finding World series Gold with the New York Yankees.

The Yankees have lost in the playoffs or World Series every season since 2001. Losing means not winning.

For centuries the picturesque watchtowers ringing the coast of Spain from Gibraltar to the Pyrenees gave warning of attacks by the Barbary Pirates from North Africa.

Torre's teams finished first as many times as Stengel's, but Torre won 4 fewer pennants because he was defeated in the playoffs, which didn't exist when Stengel managed.

Before this season, the once proud Los Angeles Dodgers were a rudderless ship. Joe Torre went West with his championship act to lead them back to the post season.

Joe Torre and today's managers can learn from the way Miller Huggins handled Babe Ruth. Mangers must be firm and not worry about how a player feels about himself.

From the early 1980s until the mid-1990s, players didn't want to play for George Steinbrenner. Joe Torre turned that completely around.

Gary Sheffield will never shut up. He should look at things from the perspective of those he criticizes. Of greater importance, he must realize that he might be wrong.

Bobby Cox praised Gary Sheffield in 2003, and Jim Leyland called him one of the ultimate people in baseball this past offseason.

Joe has been criticized for the demise of Scott Proctor, who had been an effective Yankees' relief pitcher during the first half of 2006 but not the second half.

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

With a new skipper, a new slugger and an imported starting pitcher, the Dodgers hope their returning stars can stay healthy all year as they try to win the NL West.

Forget the latest episode of "CSI-Tampa" starring A-Rod, Bud Selig; Major League Baseball has much worse problems that need immediate attention!

The New York Yankees have invited long-time center fielder, Bernie Williams, to Spring Training, but the veteran will only accept if he knows he'll be on the roster.

Lady of Shalott is a famous poem chronicling the life and death of Elaine, fair maid of Astolat. Less known is the story of her brother, and his children, Jack and Jill.

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

The Yankees are once again shelling out huge dollars in the off-season, but are they getting any better? The answer is yes, they are getting much, much better.

In another media intrusion into the private life of Alex Rodriguez, a New York tabloid reports that he was seen having dinner with a woman who was not his wife.

Joe Torre had three position players on his bench. None was a better option than Melky Cabrera, who did not accomplish the task.

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?

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

A gladiator photo challenge shows who the strongest are and at a photoshoot, in an ancient castle, Tyra takes control.

With less than two weeks remaining in the regular season, baseball's post-season lineup is starting to take shape.

A nineteenth century food writer once said of Bologna's cuisine: "When you hear mention made of Bolognese cooking, drop a little curtsy, for it deserves it!

Manager Joe Torre will lead a resurgent Dodger ball club against the NL East champion Phillies, who are looking for their first trip to the World Series since 1993.

Mt Fitzroy, a peak of 3,375m, is the highest in this impressive massif surrounded by hanging glaciers, sub-antarctic forest and deep blue lakes.

It took the loss of the LA Dodgers' best hitter for Juan Pierre to break back into the team's starting lineup, but the veteran outfielder is taking full advantage.

Jorge Posada says he wants to stay with the New York Yankees.

Seville is a lively big city with plenty to see and do, but what are the main sights to see when visiting the flamenco famous, tapas tasting city that never sleeps

With Major League Baseball announcing the AL and NL Rookie of the Year award winners yesterday, here's a few predictions on the races still to be determined:

A month of baseball is in the books and some managers are already on the hot seat. A look at four teams not living up to expectations.

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Chad Billingsley faced a group of reporters after losing his fourth consecutive decision and graciously answered leading questions.

An analysis of whether the Boston Red Sox made a mistake low-balling Roger Clemens when the team had a chance to sign him, instead losing him to the New York Yankees.

Being an ex- teammate of Posada, Jeter, Pettitte, Rivera, and Farnsworth will have no effect., Joe's problem is starting pitching thinner than a young Twiggy.

Italians often call Bologna "La Rossa," "La Dotta" and "La Grossa."

The New York Yankees have spent almost $400 million to secure a potent offense for 2008 and beyond, but have they paid emough attention to their pitching needs?

Managers of winning baseball teams are often hailed as geniuses. History suggests that ballplayer talent counts for more, but that good managers can make a difference.

The New York Yankees find themselves in a rare losing situation.

In the first of the Quarterly Reports, the Red Sox are showing that 2004 may not have been a fluke, but may be the start of a trend. Has the curse been forever reversed?

The Yankees scored six runs in the eighth inning against two of baseball's best relief pitchers, trimming Boston's lead over the Tigers to 8 games in the wild card chase.

Take the long scenic route from Bologna to Florence, along the Adriatic Sea through Rimini and Ravenna and over the Apennine mountains, stopping in San Marino.

Old favorites like the Chicago Cubs and the Boston Red Sox combined with young guns like Tampa and the Brewers should make for some exciting post season baseball

It hurts me to get on people. I don't like to get on people, because I don't want them to get on me." Bernie Williams

From bronze figurines, traditional costumes and musical instruments to a former mining school, Sardinia's museums cover a range of interesting topics.

Chase Wright had never pitched a game above AA before April 17, but he managed to get enough outs to help the beleaguered Yankees earn a victory.

Colorful villages clinging to the shore, mountains reflected in the lake, medieval castles, Roman ruins, olive orchards and vineyards lead eastern Garda's must-see sights

Puccini was a composer internationally recognised as enduringly popular. In Tuscany, an annual festival is held in his honour.

Lisbon's Belem neighborhood on the Taugus is so separated from the city's historic center that it seems like another town - one filled with parks, monuments and art.