The New York Yankees today announced the creation of the New York Yankees Diversity and Inclusion Committee to identify, engage and address issues related to equality, racial justice and inclusivity. The formalization of this Committee, which took place in September, was the result of an extended period of planning and collaboration with community leaders and within … [Read more...] about New York Yankees form committee for diversity, inclusion
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It’s batter up for Mets, Yankees on 2021 season
For the Mets and Yankees, it’s time to get back to business. The sweet sound a bat makes after it connects with the baseball, I love that sound! How about the sound of a ball popping the catcher’s mitt? That’s a good one. It’s that time of the year again. Pitchers and catchers are reporting to Spring Training this week. Not long after that, they’ll be exhibition games. … [Read more...] about It’s batter up for Mets, Yankees on 2021 season
Mets agree to deal with free agent Kevin Pillar
The Mets reportedly have reached an agreement Kevin Pillar on a one-year deal. The deal has yet to be confirmed by the Mets, it is pending a physical. Pillar is coming off a strong offensive 2020 campaign. The 32-year old hit .288 last season with six home runs in 54 games with 34 runs batted in. He split the 2020 season between Colorado and Boston. The addition of … [Read more...] about Mets agree to deal with free agent Kevin Pillar
Yankees agree to deal with lefty Justin Wilson
The Yankees have agreed to a deal with left-handed reliever Justin Wilson, per multiple reports. The 33-year old Wilson pitched for the Mets in each of the past two seasons. He’s a 10-year veteran and pitched to an impressive 2.91 ERA while in Queens. Overall, he owns a career 3.21 ERA (earned run average) with 18 saves in previous stints with the Pirates, Yankees, … [Read more...] about Yankees agree to deal with lefty Justin Wilson
Tanaka Time leaves the Bronx
When the notification came across my phone, I stared at it for a few seconds in frustration. After seven years with the New York Yankees, Masahiro Tanaka announced he's retuning to Japan. No more Tanaka Time, at least not in the Yankee pinstripes. He's heading home to pitch for the Rakuten Golden Eagles in the Nippon Professional Baseball League, the team he spent … [Read more...] about Tanaka Time leaves the Bronx
