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Established in 1901, the New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful franchises in Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1901 in Baltimore, but moved to New York in 1903 where they became known as the New York Highlanders. The team officially became the New York Yankees in 1913. In all, the Yankees have won 26 championships, more than any other franchise. Countless Hall of Fame players have donned pinstripes over the years, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle. (Photo GETTY IMAGES)
Established in 1901, the New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful franchises in Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1901 in Baltimore, but moved to New York in 1903 where they became known as the New York Highlanders. The team officially became the New York Yankees in 1913. In all, the Yankees have won 26 championships, more than any other franchise. Countless Hall of Fame players have donned pinstripes over the years, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle. (Photo GETTY IMAGES)
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Detroit Tigers' Delmon Young Arrested After Anti-Semitic Tirade
WPIXNEW YORK -- Detroit Tigers left fielder Delmon Young was arrested early Friday after police said he provoked a scuffle with a group of tourists outside his Midtown hotel. According to authorities, Young, who is in town for this weekend's series with...Tags: Manhattan (New York City), Crime, Law and Justice, Detroit Tigers, Seattle Mariners, Freedom of the Press
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"Imperfect-An Improbable Life": Jim Abbott
Former Major League pitcher Jim Abbott was live to tell us about his new book, "Imperfect-An Improbable Life". Jim Abbott was born without his right hand, and in spite of it all was an amazing player and an olympic gold medalist. If you'd like to meet...Tags: Sports, DVDs, Barnes & Noble, Baseball, Major League Baseball
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Jury Selection Begins in Perjury Retrial of Roger Clemens
CNNWASHINGTON --Jury selection is expected to begin Monday in the trial of former Major League pitcher Roger Clemens, nine months after the previous one ended in a mistrial. Federal prosecutors accuse Clemens of lying to Congress when lawmakers investigated...Tags: Sports, Lawyers, Andy Pettitte, Prosecution, Crime, Law and Justice
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Spring Snowstorm Slams Northeast, Up to 16" Possible
CNNA large snowstorm came barreling through the Northeast on Monday, threatening to drop 16 inches in some areas and frustrate commuters. By Monday morning, Newfield, New York, was reporting 10 inches of snow, while Ridgebury, Pennsylvania, had 8 inches....Tags: Monroe County (Pennsylvania), Forestry and Timber, Rochester Gas & Electric Corporation, Long Island Power Authority, New York Weather
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Frank McCourt Could Make $1B in Cash Deal for Dodgers
Los Angeles TimesLOS ANGELES -- The $2.15-billion sale of the Dodgers baseball franchise to a group led by former Lakers star Magic Johnson was a cash deal that will not add to the team's debt load but could lead to a payoff of as much as $1 billion for previous owner...Tags: Sports, Patrick Soon-Shiong, Television Industry, Magic Johnson, Major League Baseball
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Rick Caruso, Joe Torre Announce Bid to Buy Dodgers
Los Angeles TimesLOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- Joe Torre resigned his executive position at Major League Baseball on Wednesday to join with Los Angeles developer Rick Caruso in bidding to buy the Dodgers. "I have great confidence in Rick Caruso's unique qualifications and his...Tags: Elections, Rick Caruso, Los Angeles Dodgers, Baseball, Major League Baseball
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Rangers Beat Tigers For World Series Return
ReutersARLINGTON, Texas -- The Texas Rangers crushed the Detroit Tigers 15-5 on Saturday to reach the World Series for the second year in a row by winning the best-of-seven American League Championship Series 4-2. The Rangers erupted for nine runs in the...Tags: George Bush, St. Louis Cardinals, World Series, Baseball, Detroit Tigers
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Report: Dodgers Looking to Auction Media Rights
KTLA NewsLOS ANGELES (KTLA) -- The Dodgers are looking make some money from their media rights a year ahead of schedule as they prepare to take on a new owner. The Wall Street Journal reported Saturday that lawyers for the beleaguered team sought permission...Tags: Lawyers, Crime, Law and Justice, Major League Baseball, Television, Unions
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Report: A-Rod, Tobey Maguire, Face Illegal Poker Ring Allegations
KTLA News/CNNNEW YORK -- Yankee star Alex Rodriguez is disputing media reports alleging he took part in illegal poker games and will cooperate with a Major League Baseball probe, his rep said Thursday. "The story contains numerous factual inaccuracies and Alex...Tags: Spider-Man (fictional character), Crime, Law and Justice, Major League Baseball, Matt Damon, CNN (tv network)
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A-Rod Facing Suspension Over High-Stakes Poker Allegations
ReutersNEW YORK -- Major League Baseball (MLB) said on Wednesday it has launched an investigation into Alex Rodriguez following reports that the New York Yankees slugger took part in high-stakes underground poker games. Rodriguez is alleged to have played in at...Tags: Major League Baseball, Alex Rodriguez, Bud Selig
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Death of Yankees' Pitcher Hideki Irabu Ruled a Suicide
KTLA NewsLOS ANGELES, Calif. (KTLA) -- The death of former New York Yankees pitcher Hideki Irabu was officially ruled a suicide by the L.A. County Coroner's office. Coroner's spokesman Craig Harvey said the 42-year old Irabu hanged himself. His body was found...Tags: Suicide, Lifestyle and Leisure, California, Bars and Clubs, Texas Rangers
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Jeter Joins 3,000-Hit Club With Homer
KTLA NewsNEW YORK (KTLA) -- Yankee shortstop Derek Jeter homered in his second at-bat Saturday versus the Tampa Bay Rays, making him the 28th player in Major League history -- and first player in pinstripes -- to join the exclusive 3,000-hit club. Jeter hit a...Tags: Sports, Robin Yount, Derek Jeter, Tampa Bay Rays, Jorge Posada
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