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Yankees top Red Sox, clinch East: NEW YORK - Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees wrapped up the East Division title and home-field advantage throughout the postseason with a neat bow, beating the Boston Red Sox, 4-2, yesterday for their 100th win.
Behind Pettitte, Yanks solve Halladay: Two first-inning runs and three late homers were all Andy Pettitte needed Tuesday to outduel a dominant Roy Halladay, leading the Yanks to a 5-3 win over the Blue Jays in Toronto.
Halladay suddenly seems beatable: TORONTO - Andy Pettitte won for the first time in six starts, and the New York Yankees homered off Roy Halladay three times to beat the Toronto Blue Jays, 5-3, last night.
Yankees bombard Halladay in 5-3 win: Andy Pettitte won for the first time in six starts and the New York Yankees homered three times off Roy Halladay last night to beat the Blue Jays in Toronto, 5-3.
Yanks hit 3 HRs off Halladay in 5-3 win (AP):
New York Yankees' Johnny Damon(notes) hits a home run off Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Roy Halladay(notes) during the eighth inning of a baseball game in Toronto on Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2009." align="left" border="0">
Even though the New York Yankees finally were able to hit Roy Halladay, they still don't enjoy facing the Toronto ace. Andy Pettitte won for the first time in six starts and Johnny Damon, Mark Teixeira and Hideki Matsui all hit solo shots off Halladay, beating the Blue Jays 5-3 on Tuesday night. "He's no fun to face," shortstop Derek Jeter said of Halladay.
Pettitte, Yankees coast past West, Fish: Andy Pettitte scattered just three hits over seven strong innings Friday, and he contributed at the plate with an RBI double and run scored in the Yankees' 5-1 win over the Marlins.
The Inside Pitch: Pettitte pitches 7 innings of 3-hit ball: FRIDAY'S STARSAndy Pettitte(7-3) pitched seven innings of three-hit ball, struck out seven and walked none during a 5-1 victory over the Marlins in Miami. Pettitte also contributed an RBI double.Garret Andersonwent 3-for-3, drew a bases-loaded walk and had four RBIs as the Braves toppled the Red Sox 8-2 in Fenway Park.
Pettitte, barrage of home runs power Yankees over Rays: Andy Pettitte and another barrage of home runs at the new Yankee Stadium carried New York to a win that started what figures to be a challenging week. Pettitte recovered from two wild outings, Johnny Damon hit a tiebreaking home run in the sixth inning and the Yankees defeated the Tampa Bay Rays 5-3 Monday night.
4 homers lift Yankees over Rays: NEW YORK - Andy Pettitte and another barrage of home runs at the new Yankee Stadium carried New York to a win that started what figures to be a challenging week.
Yanks beat Rays, with Pettitte, 4 HRs: Andy Pettitte and another barrage of home runs at the new Yankee Stadium carried New York to a win that started what figures to be a challenging week.
Pettitte says he will start Wednesday: New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte says he will make his scheduled start against Texas on Wednesday after leaving his last outing with a stiff back.
Andy Pettitte's next scheduled start for New York Yankees a go: New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte says he will make his scheduled start against Texas on Wednesday after leaving his last outing with a stiff back.
Yankees defeat Indians, lose Pettitte to stiff back: Andy Pettitte pitched five scoreless innings before leaving with a stiff back in the sixth, and the New York Yankees ended the Cleveland Indians' season high, four-game winning streak with a 3-1 victory Friday night.
AL notes: Stiff back ends night for Yanks' Pettitte: LHP Andy Pettitte left the Yankees' game against Cleveland because of back stiffness in the sixth inning Friday night.
Phils to face two familiar pitchers: NEW YORK - New York Yankees pitchers CC Sabathia and Andy Pettitte both have places in Phillies lore.A decade ago, the Phillies had a well-publicized trade in place to acquire Pettitte for a package of prospects. The deal was so close to done that arrangements had been made for Phillies pitcher Carlton Loewer to give up his No. 46 so Pettitte could have it. Loewer didn't have to surrender his number because Yankees ownerGeorge Steinbrenner killed the deal minutes before the trade deadline.
Pettitte out to start new streak for Yanks: The Yankees nine-game winning streak came to an end on Friday, but that doesn't mean it has to turn into a losing streak. Andy Pettitte will be on the mound Saturday to ensure that does not happen.
Phils to face 2 familiar pitchers: NEW YORK - New York Yankees pitchers CC Sabathia and Andy Pettitte both have places in Phillies lore.A decade ago, the Phillies had a well-publicized trade in place to acquire Pettitte for a package of prospects. The deal was so close to done that arrangements had been made for Phillies pitcher Carlton Loewer to give up his No. 46 so Pettitte could have it. Loewer didn't have to surrender his number because Yankees owner George Steinbrenner killed the deal minutes before the trade deadline.
Gardner lifts Yankees over Jays: TORONTO - Brett Gardner hit his first major-league homer and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte won for the first time in four starts, and the New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays, 8-2, last night.
Gardner, Pettitte lift Yanks over Jays: Brett Gardner hit his first major league homer and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte (3-1) won for the first time in four starts and the visiting New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays, 8-2, last night.
Early outburst helps Yanks cruise to win: Brett Gardner homered and drove in three runs, while Andy Pettitte hurled six innings of strong two-run ball to help the Yankees past the Blue Jays, 8-2, on Wednesday.
The Inside Pitch: Yankees welcome firsts in Toronto: Brett Gardner hit his first major league homer and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte (3-1) won for the first time in four starts and the Yankees beat the Blue Jays 8-2 at Toronto. Gardner also tripled and scored twice.
Pettitte, Mo tie record as Yanks top A's: Andy Pettitte turned in a strong performance while Brett Gardner and Johnny Damon each drove in two runs, helping lead the Yanks to a 5-3 victory over the A's on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium.
Pettitte, Rivera reach milestone in new stadium's first night game: Johnny Damon hit the only home run in the first night game at the new Yankee Stadium and Andy Pettitte pitched New York to a 5-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday.
Damon, Pettitte lift Yankees past punchless A's: Johnny Damon hit the only home run in the first night game at the new Yankee Stadium and Andy Pettitte pitched New York to a 5-3 victory over the Athletics.
Jeter secures winning trip for Yanks: Yankees fixtures Derek Jeter, Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera combined to bedevil the Rays in a 4-3 victory at Tropicana Field on Wednesday.
Jeter stars as Yanks top Rays in road-trip finale: Andy Pettitte pitched into the eighth inning, Robinson Cano hit a two-run homer and Derek Jeter singled in the go-ahead run in the ninth to lead the Yankees over the Tampa Bay Rays 4-3 Wednesday.
Vintage Pettitte cruises past Royals: Andy Pettitte fired seven strong innings in his season debut, and Jorge Posada drove in two runs as the Yankees defeated the Royals on Friday, 4-1.
Yankees 4, Royals 1: Changes to the Royals’Stadium Don’t Alter Pettitte’s Luck There: The Royals managed only four base runners in seven innings off Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, who improved his record in Kansas City to 8-2.
Pettitte, Yanks spoil Royals' home opener: KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Andy Pettitte gave up three hits in seven strong innings and Jorge Posada hit a two-run single, carrying the New York Yankees over the Royals, 4-1, yesterday in the opener of Kansas City's renovated Kauffman Stadium.
Pettitte shuts down Royals with 7 sharp innings: Andy Pettitte gave up three hits in seven strong innings and Jorge Posada hit a two-run single, carrying the New York Yankees over the Royals 4-1 Friday in the opener of Kansas City's renovated Kauffman Stadium.
Pettitte a wise asset for Yanks' rotation: While Andy Pettitte wrapped up the Florida leg of his workload with a strong outing against Toronto on Monday, falling in line with the rest of the staff, the lefty knows that nothing counts until the regular-season bell rings.
Yankees' Pettitte throws in minor league game: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 83 pitches over 5 1-3 innings in a minor league game on Wednesday.
Posada back where he belongs: Andy Pettitte to Jorge Posada -- a common enough battery over the years. But Sunday's first pitch between the two was a big step for the Yankees catcher.
Good day for Yankees' Posada, Pettitte (AP): Jorge Posada, Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees had a big day. Posada caught for the first time since right shoulder surgery last July, and Pettitte threw three scoreless innings in New York's 5-1 win over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday. "It was good to see him back there," said Pettitte, who allowed two hits.
Alex Rodriguez hires lawyer who represented Sammy Sosa, Andy Pettitte: Alex Rodriguez hired a lawyer who represented Sammy Sosa and Andy Pettitte.
Source: A-Rod hires same lawyer as Sosa, Pettitte: NEW YORK -- Alex Rodriguez has retained lawyer Jay Reisinger, the second member of his legal team who also worked for Sammy Sosa and Andy Pettitte.
Pettitte mum on Clemens-related trip: For the second successive year, Andy Pettitte's spring has included a Roger Clemens-related trip to Washington, D.C., but the Yankees left-hander is opting to remain silent about his time there.
Feds interview Pettitte for Clemens case: Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs, The Associated Press has learned.
Roundup: Pettitte Meets Prosecutors in Clemens Inquiry: Andy Pettitte met with federal prosecutors who are determining whether to indict Roger Clemens on perjury charges, according to a person familiar with the investigation.
Sources: Pettitte talked to feds in Clemens probe: Federal prosecutors have interviewed New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether former teammate Roger Clemens lied to the U.S. Congress when he denied doping.
Sources: Pettitte talked to feds in Clemens probe: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs....
Prosecutors talk to Pettitte in Clemens' perjury probe: Federal prosecutors have interviewed New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Report: Pettitte talked to Feds: WASHINGTON -- The Associated Press has learned federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Sources: Pettitte talked to feds in Clemens probe: Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Pettitte talking to feds on Clemens: Federal prosecutors have interviewed New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Report: New York Yankees' Andy Pettitte interviewed about Roger Clemens by feds: The Associated Press has learned that federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Sources: Pettitte probed in Clemens case (AP): Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs. Two people familiar with the case told The Associated Press on Tuesday that Pettitte was in Washington last week to meet with prosecutors.
Jon Heyman: A-Rod needs to get story straight: TAMPA, Fla. -- If Alex Rodriguez didn't do as well as teammate Andy Pettitte at his steroid press conference, it isn't totally because A-Rod isn't the best communicator, though that may be part of it. The real problem is A-Rod's story. It isn't as good a story as Pettitte's. And what's worse, of course, is that the story has changed maybe once or twice too often already.
Sources: Pettitte met with feds about Clemens: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal prosecutors have interviewed Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte as they investigate whether his former teammate Roger Clemens lied to Congress when he denied using performance-enhancing drugs.
Path That Worked for Pettitte May Not Work for Rodriguez: A person from baseball who is familiar with Alex Rodriguez’s plans said that his session would be more controlled and condensed than Andy Pettitte’s.
Sports of The Times: For Those Invited to Big Event, It’s Regrets Only: Alex Rodriguez will now replicate the address given by Andy Pettitte a year ago, detailing his brief and, of course, totally uncharacteristic foray into performance-enhancing substances.
Meet the press: Slew of media, questions await Alex Rodriguez: A year after pitcher Andy Pettitte explained why he used human growth hormone, the New York Yankees are at it again. Today they ...
Yankees to join A-Rod at news conference (AP):
Yankees' Alex Rodriguez attends the Fontainebleau Miami Beach Hotel grand opening party in Miami Beach, Fla. A-Rod is due to appear under the tent behind the third-base stands at Steinbrenner Field on Tuesday, Feb. 17, 2009 for a news conference addressing his admission last week that he used banned drugs." align="left" border="0">
It's become a near-annual February rite for the Yankees: the drug-related apology. Jason Giambi gave an ambiguous one at Yankee Stadium on the eve of spring training in 2005. Andy Pettitte gave an emotional and lengthy one when he arrived at spring training last year. Now it's Alex Rodriguez's turn, and he figures to draw a big crowd of teammates.
Pettitte set to help out A-Rod: No sooner did Andy Pettitte turn to face the media throng crowding his locker on Friday than one reporter blurted out what the others were thinking.
Words of Support for a Teammate as the Yankees Settle In: As they reported to camp, C.C. Sabathia and Andy Pettitte offered encouragement for Alex Rodriguez as he deals with the fallout from his confession.
Pettitte understands what A-Rod is dealing with: Andy Pettitte arrived at spring training on Friday, stood in front of his locker in the Yankees clubhouse, and the very first question was about -- no shock here -- Alex Rodriguez.
Astros' Oswalt backs Berkman, calls out steroids users: Like his good friend Lance Berkman, Roy Oswalt shares a strong bond with former Astros teammates Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens. Yet although he’ll give Clemens the benefit of the doubt until he’s proven guilty of using performance-enhancing drugs, Oswalt agrees with Berkman that admitted PED users like Alex Rodriguez and Pettitte have stained all baseball players.
NYT>Baseball: Andy Pettitte signed with the Yankees for $5.5 million, with a chance to make $12 million if he reaches incentives, solidifying the team’s pitching rotation.
LHP Wright designated for assignment by Yankees: Left-hander Chase Wright was designated for assignment Tuesday by the New York Yankees to clear a roster spot for Andy Pettitte.
Yanks add Pettitte, designate Wright: The Yankees announced Tuesday that they have added left-hander Andy Pettitte to the 40-man roster and designated left-hander Chase Wright for assignment.
Pursuit of Sheets opens up for Texas: The Yankees seemed to drop out of the picture for free-agent pitcher Ben Sheets on Monday when they re-signed pitcher Andy Pettitte to fill the last spot in their rotation. The Rangers view that as a good sign as they continue to show interest in Sheets.
Pettitte holding onto his pinstripes: It took longer than expected, but Andy Pettitte has finally crossed the finish line. The left-hander agreed Monday to a one-year, $5.5 million contract with the Yankees, with incentives that could push the total value of the deal to $12 million.
Pettitte Accepts Pay Cut to Return to Yankees: Andy Pettitte signed with the Yankees for $5.5 million, with a chance to make $12 million if he reaches incentives, solidifying the team’s pitching rotation.
Pettitte accepts incentive-laden $5.5M deal to stay with Yankees: Andy Pettitte and the Yankees agreed Monday to a $5.5 million, one-year contract that brings the left-hander back to New York. Pettitte can make an additional $6.5 million on performance bonuses and bonuses based on time on the active roster.
LHP Wright designated for assignment by Yankees: NEW YORK (AP) -- Left-hander Chase Wright was designated for assignment Tuesday by the New York Yankees to clear a roster spot for Andy Pettitte....
Pettitte, Yankees agree at $5.5 million: NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros....
Pettitte agrees to 1-year deal with Yanks: After months of stalled negotiations, lefthander Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed Monday to a $5.5 million, one-year contract. While the guaranteed money is less than half of New York's original $10 million offer, he can make an additional $6.5 million in bonuses: $4.5 million based on innings and $2 million based on days on the active roster.
Pettitte signs incentive-laden deal with Yankees: Andy Pettitte’s only thought was to stay with the Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Astros. Still, the 36-year-old lefthander was bothered when New York wanted to cut his salary from $16 million to $10 million.
MLB Notebook: Pettitte agrees to 1-year contract: Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros.
Pettitte returns to Yankees: NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed Monday to a $5.5 million, one-year contract that brings the left-hander back to New York.
Andy Pettitte, Yankees agree on contract: Andy Pettitte's intent was to stay with the New York Yankees. But the 36-year-old left-hander admitted he was bothered when the Yankees...
Pettitte, Yankees agree at $5.5 million: Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros.
Yankees’ move helps Rangers’ bid for Sheets:
Three teams entered Monday with reported interest in signing free-agent right-hander Ben Sheets. But that list had been pared to two before nightfall.
The New York Yankees filled out their 2009 rotation when they agreed to a one-year, $5.5 million deal with lefty Andy Pettitte. He and Sheets had been the club’s recent targets.The other New York team, the Mets, and the Texas Rangers are believed to be the two front-runners to add Sheets. The Mets, though, could soon be out of play if they decide to re-sign free-agent lefty Oliver Perez."Any time somebody signs another starting pitcher, it lessens the competition,"Rangers president Nolan Ryan said."Andy and Ben are at two different places in their careers. Andy signing certainly doesn’t hurt anything."Nothing else of substance has developed in the Rangers’ pursuit of Sheets, the National League’s starter in the 2008 All-Star Game. Reportedly, Sheets has made available a new round of tests on his right elbow, but the Rangers haven’t seen any medical records since before the holidays.Agent Casey Close continues to shop for a multiyear contract for Sheets, and the Rangers’ brass— including owner Tom Hicks— is debating how much guaranteed money to offer a pitcher who has been on the disabled list fives times in the past four seasons."The reason he’s still unsigned is because of his history,"said Ryan, who is part of the Rangers’ traveling party this week to their academy in the Dominican Republic."I think he’s looking for a multiyear deal. That probably comes down to his medical review and what Mr. Hicks’ position would be."Right-hander Kevin Millwood, who has been the Rangers’ starter on Opening Day the past three seasons, said he would welcome Sheets. They spoke last week at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington while Sheets played long toss, and Millwood said is willing to offer his advice should Sheets seek it."I think it would be great for us as a team,"Millwood said."I think he would make us a better team. It would be a good spot for him."—Jeff WilsonCasey retiringThree-time All-Star Sean Casey planned to announce his retirement today to join the MLB Network.Casey played in the major leagues from 1997-2008, hitting .302 with 130 homers and 735 RBI for Cleveland, Cincinnati, Pittsburgh, Detroit and Boston. His best seasons were with the Reds, his team from 1998-2005.BrieflyAstros:The Astros have agreed to one-year contracts with their last two players in salary arbitration, giving Wandy Rodriguez $2.6 million and Geoff Geary $1.7 million. Rodriguez, a 30-year-old left-hander, was 9-7 with a 3.54 ERA in 25 starts for the Astros last year. Geary, a 32-year-old right-hander, was 2-3 with a career-best 2.53 ERA in 55 appearances for Houston in 2008. He played for the Phillies from 2003-2007.Royals:Right-hander Zack Greinke agreed to a $38 million, four-year contract that avoided a salary arbitration hearing. Greinke went 13-10 with a 3.47 ERA in 32 starts for Kansas City last season, setting career highs in strikeouts (183) and innings (202 1/3 ).Athletics:Oakland was close to finalizing a one-year contract with reliever Russ Springer.Pettitte re-signs with Yanks: After months of stalled negotiations, lefthander Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed yesterday to a $5.5 million, one-year contract.
Yankees, Pettitte agree to $5.5M, 1-year deal: The New York Yankees and Andy Pettitte have agreed on a deal that brings the veteran left-hander back for a year.
Yankees, Pettitte agree to 1 year, $5.5M (AP):
New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte awaits a new ball after giving up a three-run home run to Los Angeles Angels' Juan Rivera during the third inning of a MLB baseball game at Yankee Stadium in New York. Pettitte and the Yankees have agreed to a one-year contract that brings the left-hander back to New York. A person familiar with the negotiations said the agreement would be announced Monday, Jan. 26, 2009. The person spoke on condition of anonymity to The Associated Press because the sides agreed not to make public statements before the announcement. " align="left" border="0">
Andy Pettitte's only thought was to stay with the New York Yankees. He had no interest in returning to his hometown Houston Astros. Still, the 36-year-old left-hander was bothered when the Yankees wanted to cut his salary from $16 million to $10 million. "Heck, the bottom line is I'm a man, and I guess it does take a shot at your pride a little bit," he said.
Cashman: Yanks should rally around A-Rod (AP):
New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez, left, congratulates Derek Jeter after Jeter hit a solo home at Yankee Stadium in a baseball game against the Tampa Bay Rays in New York. Former Yankees manager Joe Torre takes some harsh swings at Rodriguez, Brian Cashman and the Yankees in a book due out early next month, according to New York newspaper reports. "The Yankee Years" reveals that Rodriguez was called "A-Fraud" by his teammates and the star slugger developed an obsession with shortstop Jeter, the New York Post and the Daily News reported Sunday, Jan. 25. " align="left" border="0">
Brian Cashman thinks the Yankees should rally around Alex Rodriguez following a book in which former manager Joe Torre portrayed A-Rod as a divisive figure in the New York clubhouse. "I think we've gone through so much of the Alex stuff that, you know, if anything, maybe this brings people closer together," Cashman said Monday during a conference call to announce Andy Pettitte was returning to the...
Pettitte, Yanks continue discussions: Details of the months-old standoff between Andy Pettitte and the Yankees have not changed much, but both sides maintain interest in a reunion.
Astros owner comments on Pettitte, Clemens situations: Houston Astros owner Drayton McLane talked about the possibility of Andy Pettitte returning to the team and whether he expects Roger Clemens at spring training.
Questions on Pettitte, Clemens for Astros: HOUSTON (AP) -- As the Houston Astros were celebrating the development of a new youth academy Friday, owner Drayton McLane was talking about the possibility of Andy Pettitte returning to the team and whether he expects Roger Clemens at spring training....
Questions on Pettitte, Clemens for Astros: As the Houston Astros were celebrating the development of a new youth academy Friday, owner Drayton McLane was talking about the possibility of Andy Pettitte returning to the team and whether he expects Roger Clemens at spring training.
Clemens not involved with Astros spring training: Astros owner Drayton McLane clarified recent reports about Roger Clemens' involvement with the team and said it was not likely they would begin negotiations with Andy Pettitte.
Astros owner discusses Clemens, Pettitte (AP): As the Houston Astros were celebrating the development of a new youth academy Friday, owner Drayton McLane was talking about the possibility of Andy Pettitte returning to the team and whether he expects Roger Clemens at spring training. McLane clarified recent reports about the Clemens and his involvement with the Astros.
Solomon: Just maybe Pettitte can come home: Good news, Astros fans. Andy Pettitte, a starting pitcher, is available. And Drayton McLane won’t have to break the bank.
Yankees may look past Pettitte: Andy Pettitte still wants to rejoin the Yankees, and the Yankees want the veteran back in pinstripes -- but Pettitte rejected New York's contract offer on Monday.
Yankees Notebook: Pettitte’s Return to Yankees Becomes More Unlikely: After Andy Pettitte rejected the Yankees’one-year, $10 million offer, the negotiations could be viewed in the past tense.
Report: Pettitte rejects 1-year, $10M deal with Yankees: Lefthanded starter Andy Pettitte has rejected a 1-year, $10 million offer from the Yankees, according to a report in yesterday's New York Times.
Report: Pettitte turns down Yankees' $10M offer: Andy Pettitte may not be returning to the Yankees after all.
Pettitte rejects Yankees' contract offer: Andy Pettitte still wants to rejoin the Yankees, and the Yankees want the veteran back in pinstripes -- but Pettitte rejected New York's contract offer on Monday.
Andy Pettitte Rejects Yankees’Offer, Making Return Uncertain: Andy Pettitte has rejected the Yankees’one-year, $10 million offer, according to a person with knowledge of the negotiations, and there is no standing offer for now.
Big signings affecting Pettitte's return: Andy Pettitte could be the odd man out in the Yankees' winter spending spree. Though the Yankees have not pulled their offer, they may be preparing for life without the lefty.
Pettitte's return to Yankees 'inevitable': Andy Pettitte wants to call the new ballpark in the Bronx his home, and it's reportedly"inevitable"the Yankees will have him in their 2009 rotation.
Yanks turn attention to Manny, Pettitte: The Yankees introduced their two biggest signings of the winter in CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett on Thursday, now they can turn their attention to two more: Andy Pettitte and Manny Ramirez.
Pettitte may be fielding other offers: Free-agent left-hander Andy Pettitte has been in no rush to accept the Yankees' one-year, $10 million offer to pitch at the new Stadium in 2009. There may be a reason: SI.com reported Monday that Pettitte may have received a three-year, $36 million offer from another unnamed club.
NYT>Baseball: Andy Pettitte made $16 million last season, one of the highest salaries in the major leagues for a pitcher, and his agents have stressed that he wants the same salary.
NYT>Baseball: The Yankees did not offer salary arbitration by the Monday deadline to Andy Pettitte, Bobby Abreu or the four other players who were eligible for it.
Agents Work to Avoid a Pay Cut for Pettitte: Andy Pettitte made $16 million last season, one of the highest salaries in the major leagues for a pitcher, and his agents have stressed that he wants the same salary.
NYT>Baseball: The Yankees did not offer salary arbitration by the Monday deadline to Andy Pettitte, Bobby Abreu or the four other players who were eligible for it.
Yankees Don’t Offer Free Agents Arbitration: The Yankees did not offer salary arbitration by the Monday deadline to Andy Pettitte, Bobby Abreu or the four other players who were eligible for it.
No arbitration for Pettitte, Abreu (AP): The New York Yankees declined salary arbitration with all eight of their former players who became free agents, a group that includes pitcher Andy Pettitte and right fielder Bobby Abreu. Both made $16 million last season, so the move was not a surprise. By declining arbitration, the Yankees forfeited draft-pick compensation if they sign with other teams.
Yanks face arbitration decisions: The Yankees have until Monday night to finalize which players will be offered arbitration, a series of decisions that could impact the futures of Andy Pettitte and Bobby Abreu, among others.
Dodgers could be fit for Pettitte: Andy Pettitte enjoyed plenty of success in New York under the stewardship of Joe Torre, so it's not surprising that reports are linking the free-agent southpaw to Torre's Dodgers.
Yankees left-hander Pettitte files for free agency: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.
NYT>Baseball: The Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.
Pettitte files for free agency: Though Andy Pettitte has admitted to having designs on pitching next season, there's doubt as to whether the Yankees want him back. It is certain that if Pettitte wants to pitch elsewhere, he can -- he ensured that by filing for free agency on Sunday.
Pettitte Files for Free Agency: The Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.
Pettitte files for free agency: NEW YORK (AP) -- Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year....
Pettitte files for free agency: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.
Changing his tune? Pettitte files for free agency: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.
Yankees' Pettitte files for free agency (AP): Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year. Pettitte went 14-14 last season with a 4.54 ERA -- his highest ERA since 1999. General manager Brian Cashman said last week he wants Pettitte to return next season but the 36-year-old veteran said Friday night he hadn't heard from the team.
Pettitte says he hasn't heard from Yanks (AP): Andy Pettitte wants to play for the New York Yankees next season. He just doesn't know if the club feels the same way. General manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday he wants Pettitte to return next year but the 36-year-old left-hander said Friday night he hadn't heard from the team. "I let them know a few weeks ago I'd like to come back and play," Pettitte said at Joe Torre's annual Safe At Home...
Yanks, Pettitte playing waiting game: Andy Pettitte has stated he'd like to play baseball in 2009. The Yankees are awaiting Mike Mussina's decision regarding potential retirement. CC Sabathia looms in the free-agent market.
Anxious Pettitte still waiting to hear from Yankees: Andy Pettitte wants to play for the New York Yankees next season. He just doesn't know if the club feels the same way.
LHP Pettitte hasn't heard from Yankees (AP): Andy Pettitte wants to play for the New York Yankees next season. He just doesn't know if the club feels the same way. General manager Brian Cashman said Wednesday he wants Pettitte to return next year but the 36-year-old left-hander said Friday night he hadn't heard from the team. "I let them know a few weeks ago I'd like to come back and play," Pettitte said at Joe Torre's annual Safe At Home...
Yankees want Pettitte back in rotation next season: New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman wants pitcher Andy Pettitte to stay with the team for the 2009 season.
Yankees want Andy Pettitte back next season: Yankees general manager Brian Cashman wants pitcher Andy Pettitte to stay with the team for the 2009 season.
Yankees hope to keep Pettitte: DANA POINT, Calif. -- Yankees general manager Brian Cashman wants pitcher Andy Pettitte to stay with the team for the 2009 season.
Pettitte plans to pitch in 2009: Andy Pettitte, who has been mulling whether to come back for another year or retire, wants to pitch in 2009, his agent confirmed Tuesday night.
FA roundup: Griffey officially files: A.J. Burnett, Andy Pettitte, Jason Giambi and Ken Griffey Jr. landed in the free agent pool Tuesday during a busy day at the General Managers Meetings.
Yankees decline Giambi, Pavano options (AP): The New York Yankees declined their 2009 options on first baseman Jason Giambi and pitcher Carl Pavano, making the pair eligible for free agency. "Given the circumstances and the money involved, I don't think they were surprises to anybody," general manager Brian Cashman said Tuesday. Also on Tuesday, Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte was quoted as saying he would like to return to New York next...
Sources: Pettitte wants to pitch for Yankees in '09: Sources said on Wednesday that Andy Pettitte's agent told the Yankees the pitcher wants to throw for the them next season.
Sources: Pettitte wants to throw for Yanks in '09: Sources said on Wednesday that Andy Pettitte's agent told the Yankees the pitcher wants to throw for the them next season.
Again, Pettitte Faces Questions of Retirement: Andy Pettitte who finished the season 14-14 with a 4.54 earned run average and led the Yankees with 204 innings, is flirting with retirement again.
Yankees LHP Andy Pettitte is done for the season: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte is done for the season because of a sore left shoulder.
Pettitte excited to start probable Stadium finale: NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte has pitched some of the most important games at Yankee Stadium over the past 14 years, so it's fitting that he'll start for New York in what shapes up as the ballpark's grand finale.
Pettitte excited to start probable Stadium finale: Andy Pettitte has pitched some of the most important games at Yankee Stadium over the past 14 years, so it's fitting that he'll start for New York in what shapes up as the ballpark's grand finale.
Pettitte to start Yankee Stadium finale: Veteran Andy Pettitte will officially close Yankee Stadium by pitching in the final game on Sunday, Sept. 21, the Yankees confirmed Friday.
High-tech Matt Tuiasosopo makes M's debut: Matt Tuiasosopo, who used some high-tech savvy to get an early scouting report on New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, made his debut as a Seattle Mariner at Safeco Field on Friday night.
Blue Jays 6, Yankees 2: Pettitte Gives Up Six Runs as Yankees Lose to Jays: Andy Pettitte gave up 10 hits and six runs, all earned, in six innings, while Toronto’s Roy Halladay held back New York’s offense.
Blue Jays' Halladay beats Yankees again (AP):
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Roy Halladay made the most of Yankee Stadium's final season. Halladay won his fourth straight start, giving him four wins over the New York Yankees this year, and Scott Rolen homered for the Toronto Blue Jays in their 6-2 victory Sunday. The 2003 AL Cy Young Award winner, Halladay improved to 4-1 with a 2.50 ERA in five starts against the Yankees this season.
A-Rod 0-for-5 as Yankees fall to Red Sox (AP):
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When the Yankees needed Alex Rodriguez at his best, he had one of his worst games. Tim Wakefield won in his return from the disabled list and the Boston Red Sox moved a step closer to squashing New York's playoff hopes, beating Andy Pettitte and the Yankees 7-3 Tuesday night. Rodriguez flopped in crucial spots all night.
Red Sox-Yankees thumbnails: at Yankee Stadium, New York Tonight (7:05, NESN, WKRO 680): RHP Tim Wakefield (7-8, 3.67 ERA) vs. LHP Andy Pettitte (13-9, 4.17).
Vintage Pettitte shuts down the Jays: Andy Pettitte pitched seven strong innings and Derek Jeter hit a milestone home run to lead the Yankees to a 5-1 victory over the Blue Jays on Tuesday at Rogers Centre.
Jeter's 2-run homer leads Yankees over Blue Jays: Derek Jeter hit a two-run homer, Andy Pettitte pitched seven strong innings to snap a four-start winless streak and the New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-1 on Wednesday night. Jeter's homer in the fourth inning was his eighth of the season and...
AL NOTES: Rays palce OF Crawford on 15-day DL: LHP Andy Pettitte has picked off 10 runners this season and 91 in his career.
AL | Andy Pettitte's afternoon in Anaheim not one to remember: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte would just as soon forget his latest start, in a 4-3 loss to the Los Angeles Angels in Anaheim on Sunday.
Pettitte strong as Yanks rip Red Sox for 8th straight win: Robinson Cano homered and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees another strong start and New York beat the Boston Red Sox 10-3 Saturday for its eighth straight win.
Yanks stay hot, win eighth straight game: Robinson Cano homered and drove in three runs, backing another strong start from Andy Pettitte as the Yankees rolled to their eighth straight win.
Yankees beat Red Sox; 8-0 since All-Star break: BOSTON (AP) -- Robinson Cano homered and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees another strong start and New York beat the Boston Red Sox 10-3 Saturday for its season-best eighth straight win....
Yankees beat Red Sox; 8-0 since All-Star break: Robinson Cano homered and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees another strong start and New York beat the Boston Red Sox 10-3 Saturday for its season-best eighth straight win.
Pettitte, Cano lead Yanks to 8th straight win: Robinson Cano and Andy Pettitte are doing it again, rounding into form as the New York Yankees gear up for another playoff run.
Yankees club Bosox for 8th in row: BOSTON - Robinson Cano homered and drove in three runs, Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees another strong start and New York beat the Boston Red Sox, 10-3, yesterday for its season-best eighth straight win.
Yankees rip Red Sox, now 8-0 since break (AP):
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Robinson Cano and Andy Pettitte are doing it again, rounding into form as the New York Yankees gear up for another playoff run. Cano homered and drove in three runs, Pettitte gave the Yankees another strong start and New York beat the Boston Red Sox 10-3 Saturday for its season-best eighth straight win.
Giambi, Pettitte propel Yankees to sweep of A's: Andy Pettitte outpitched Oakland All-Star Justin Duchscherer, getting just enough run support from Jason Giambi's homer and a sacrifice fly by Alex Rodriguez to help the New York Yankees hold off the Athletics 2-1 on Sunday for a three-game sweep.
Yankees complete sweep of Athletics: Aided by Jason Giambi's go-ahead homer in the sixth, Andy Pettitte guided a two-hour, 26-minute breezer in New York's 2-1 win against Oakland on Sunday afternoon to complete a three-game sweep at Yankee Stadium.
Yankees 2, Athletics 1: In Heat, Win Boils Down to Pettitte’s Efficiency: Andy Pettitte was fast and effective for New York, dominating the A’s in eight innings, with nine strikeouts.
NYT>Baseball: Andy Pettitte was fast and effective for New York, dominating the A’s in eight innings, with nine strikeouts.
Pettitte beats Duchscherer, Yanks sweep (AP):
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Derek Jeter didn't know what happened. Mariano Rivera appeared just as lost. And if Ryan Sweeney had any idea, Oakland might have won. Instead, Rivera closed out a stellar performance by Andy Pettitte in a wild ninth inning, making Jason Giambi's homer and Alex Rodriguez's sacrifice fly stand up in the New York Yankees' 2-1 win over the Athletics on Sunday.
Pettitte hurls eight shutout innings: Andy Pettitte pitched eight scoreless innings, and Derek Jeter hit a two-run double to lead the Yankees to a 5-0 victory over the Rays on Tuesday night.
Jeter, Pettitte help Yanks cool off Rays: These were the kind of big plays and big pitches the New York Yankees needed from Derek Jeter and Andy Pettitte.
Jeter, Pettitte lead Yanks over Rays 5-0 (AP):
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These were the kind of big plays and big pitches the New York Yankees needed from Derek Jeter and Andy Pettitte. Jeter delivered with his bat and glove, backing a determined effort by Pettitte that sent the Yankees past the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays 5-0 Tuesday night. "People make a big deal, obviously, because it's Tampa," Jeter said.
Yanks' quiet loss spurs loud meeting: Andy Pettitte was off from the start on Thursday, allowing six runs (five earned) to snap a personal streak of six straight wins as the Yankees lost the first of four with the Red Sox, 7-0. Reliever Dan Giese retired all seven batters he faced.
Lester pitches 5-hitter, Red Sox end 5-game skid: NEW YORK (AP) -- Jon Lester pitched a sharp five-hitter while the Boston Red Sox roughed up Andy Pettitte, beating the New York Yankees 7-0 on Thursday night to end a five-game losing streak....
Lester pitches 5-hitter, Red Sox end 5-game skid: Jon Lester pitched a sharp five-hitter while the Boston Red Sox roughed up Andy Pettitte, beating the New York Yankees 7-0 on Thursday night to end a five-game losing streak.
Lester musters up five-hitter: Jon Lester pitched a sharp five-hitter while the Boston Red Sox roughed up Andy Pettitte, beating the New York Yankees, 7-0, on Thursday night to end a five-game losing streak. A throwing error by shortstop Derek Jeter (Kalamazoo) gave the Red Sox a quick lead. Coco Crisp came back from a five-game suspension to score twice, and it was 6-0 by the fifth inning.
Bosox' Lester hurls shutout at Yankees: NEW YORK - Jon Lester pitched a sharp five-hitter while the Boston Red Sox roughed up Andy Pettitte, beating the New York Yankees, 7-0, last night to end a five-game losing streak.
Lester 5-hits Yanks 7-0, BoSox end skid (AP):
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Jon Lester and the Boston Red Sox talked about everything that went right. New York Yankees manager Joe Girardi delivered a different message. After Lester pitched a sharp five-hitter and Boston stopped a five-game losing streak with a 7-0 victory Thursday night, Girardi closed the clubhouse for a 30-minute meeting.
Pettitte could testify in Clemens suit (AP): Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte could be called to testify in Roger Clemens' federal defamation suit against Brian McNamee as part of the trainer's attempt to dismiss the case. Clemens contends McNamee defamed him when the trainer, who worked for both pitchers, told Pettitte in 1999 or 2000 that Clemens had used HGH and in 2003 or 2004 that Clemens had used steroids.
Pettitte picks right moment to shine: In a terrific Subway Series pitching matchup, it was Andy Pettitte who outpitched Johan Santana on Saturday, leading the Yankees to a 3-2 victory over the Mets at Shea Stadium.
Yankees 3, Mets 2: Good Enough to Lose: Johan Santana was outdueled over six innings by another left-handed pitcher, Andy Pettitte, who carried a 19-inning scoreless streak into his start.
Minus a Star, the Bullpen Stays Strong: The tandem of JoséVeras, Kyle Farnsworth and Mariano Rivera stifled the Mets on one hit over the final three innings to protect Andy Pettitte’s lead.
Pettitte Catches Reyes on the Run: No one in baseball has been picked off this season more than JoséReyes. Only one other pitcher has picked off as many runners as the Yankees’Andy Pettitte.
Pettitte bests Santana as Yanks top Mets (AP):
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Andy Pettitte was getting antsy during a sixth-inning rain delay. He figured he owed the New York Yankees at least a few more outs, but his body was beginning to stiffen up in the clubhouse. So the 36-year-old lefty went down to the bullpen and started throwing to stay loose, which helped him get through one more valuable inning before calling it a day.
Game of the Day | Surging Yanks are five games over .500 for first time this season: This one was easy for the surging New York Yankees. Jason Giambi homered twice and Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings as New York...
Yankees coast to fifth straight victory: Jason Giambi homered twice and Alex Rodriguez also went deep, backing seven scoreless innings from Andy Pettitte as the Yankees defeated the Padres, 8-0, on Tuesday.
Tight All-Star races in the NL | VOTE NOW: Jason Giambi homered twice and Alex Rodriguez also went deep, backing seven scoreless innings from Andy Pettitte as the Yankees defeated the Padres, 8-0, on Tuesday.
Yankees 8, Padres 0: Pettitte Passes Guidry With Vintage Performance: Andy Pettitte won his 171st game as a Yankee Tuesday, moving him into fourth place on the team’s career victory list, as New York blitzed the Padres in the Bronx.
Giambi's 2 homers help Pettitte, Yanks beat Padres: This one was easy for the surging New York Yankees. Jason Giambi homered twice and Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings as New York beat the sloppy San Diego Padres 8-0 Tuesday night to match a season high with its fifth straight victory. Alex Rodriguez...
Pettitte makes return to Houston: Andy Pettitte wasn't sure how he'd be received by Astros fans when he arrived to Minute Maid Park on Friday, but it took only a few minutes to find out.
Yankees Notebook: Pettitte Still Admired by Houston Fans: Andy Pettitte returned to Houston Friday, and was treated warmly by fans despite his role in the Roger Clemens steroid scandal.
Pettitte leads Yanks to win; Red Sox keep rolling: Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees, on occasion, still look very much like contenders....
Matsui's slam helps Pettitte beat A's 4-1: OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Hideki Matsui hit a grand slam on his 34th birthday to help Andy Pettitte move into a tie for fourth place on the New York Yankees career wins list with a 4-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Thursday night....
Matsui's slam helps Yankees beat A's 4-1 (AP):
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Hideki Matsui had no use for the birthday cake he was given before the game, not wanting to add the extra calories to his waistline. He found a much better way to celebrate his 34th birthday than eating a piece of cake. Matsui hit a grand slam to help Andy Pettitte move into a tie for fourth place on the New York Yankees career wins list with a 4-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Thursday...
AL Wire Notes | Pettitte makes no promises about 2009: Andy Pettitte has thought about how special it would be to pitch in the new Yankee Stadium next year—yet that doesn't mean he will...
Pettitte frustrated with performance: Andy Pettitte gave up 10 hits and 10 runs to the Royals in 6 2/3 innings on Saturday before Johnny Damon drove in a run in the bottom of the ninth to give New York the comeback win. Prior to the game, manager Joe Girardi said that Pettitte is an emotional player who doesn't hide how he feels, and the lefty echoed the comments afterward.
Welcome home (run), Joe: Delmon Young smacked two doubles and had two RBIs against Andy Pettitte. But it didn't end there. When Pettitte was pulled after the seventh, Young smacked an RBI double to right field off reliever Kyle Farnsworth to break a deadlock, as the Twins beat the Yankees, 6-5, to split the four-game series.
Twins 6, Yankees 5: More Give Than Take for Pettitte and Yankees: Andy Pettitte lost a lead his team provided him three times on Monday, as the Yankees fell to one game below .500 for the season yet again.
Yankees Notebook: Chamberlain Will Make His First Start on Tuesday: Joe Girardi said he made the decision to start Joba Chamerlain against the Blue Jays after weighing“a ton of factors,”among them keeping Andy Pettitte on normal rest.
Pettitte, Joba pitch Yankees to win: Jason Giambi homered for the second consecutive game and Andy Pettitte handed off a lead to Joba Chamberlain, helping the Yankees' night proceed exactly as planned with a crisp 4-2 victory over the Orioles.
Giambi, Pettitte carry Yankees past Orioles 4-2: Jason Giambi homered and drove in two runs to back an effective pitching performance by Andy Pettitte, and the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 Wednesday night to avert a three-game sweep. Pettitte (5-5) gave up two runs and eight hits in 6 2-3...
AL: Yankees top Orioles on Damon's hustle: BALTIMORE— Jason Giambi homered and drove in two runs to back an effective pitching performance by Andy Pettitte, and the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 Wednesday night to avert a three-game sweep.
Yankees rout Mariners 13-2 behind Pettitte: All Andy Pettitte needed to get back in a groove were a few innings against the Seattle Mariners. Pettitte struck out nine to win for the first time in over a month, Shelley Duncan hit a go-ahead, three-run homer and the New York Yankees beat up Erik Bedard...
AL: Pettitte strikes out 9 as Yanks win: NEW YORK— All Andy Pettitte needed to get back in a groove was a few innings against the Seattle Mariners. Pettitte struck out nine to win for the first time in over a month, Shelley Duncan hit a go-ahead, three-run homer and the New York Yankees beat up Erik Bedard and the Mariners during an eight-run fifth inning in a 13-2 win Friday night.
One Rough Inning Darkens Pettitte’s Afternoon: In his last three starts, Andy Pettitte has started strongly before falling apart in the fourth, setting the table for a Yankees defeat.
Rays 7, Yankees 1: Renewed Rays Become Tough Out for Yankees: The Yankees and Andy Pettitte became the latest team to fall to the sprightly Rays, who have swept their last two series at home.
Garza, Rays rout Yankees, nemesis Pettitte: Matt Garza pitched seven scoreless innings and the surging Tampa Bay Rays beat nemesis Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees 7-1 for their fifth consecutive victory Monday night.
Garza outpitches Pettitte as Rays beat Yankees 7-1: Matt Garza pitched seven scoreless innings and the surging Tampa Bay Rays beat nemesis Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees 7-1 for their fifth consecutive victory Monday night. Garza (2-1) allowed five hits, walked one and struck out three while holding...
Indians 5, Yankees 3: New Rules, Different Chamberlain: Called in to protect a one-run lead and preserve a victory for Andy Pettitte, Joba Chamberlain crumbled in the eighth inning Tuesday night.
Tigers drop Yanks behind Bonderman: Marcus Thames'two-run shot off Andy Pettitte put the Tigers ahead for good before a pair of Placido Polanco homers sealed a 6-2 Detroit win Wednesday night in the Bronx. The offense supported a stellar outing by starter Jeremy Bonderman.
Indians 6, Yankees 4: Bad Inning by Pettitte Gives Game to Indians: Andy Pettitte let an early lead slip away in a four-run fifth inning, and the Indians spoiled Alex Rodriguez’s return.
Pettitte stops O's as Yanks end slide: Andy Pettitte pitched seven innings and the Yankees shook off the early departure of third baseman Alex Rodriguez to defeat the Baltimore Orioles, 7-1, on Sunday afternoon, halting their losing streak at a season-high three games.
Yankees 7, Orioles 1: Pettitte Is in Control as Yankees End Four-Game Skid: Andy Pettitte was poised and efficient Sunday, needing just 89 pitches to get through seven scoreless innings in helping the Yankees avoid their first four-game losing streak since last June.
Pettitte settles in, holds Rays at bay: Andy Pettitte logged seven innings of quality ball, while Hideki Matsui homered and drove in two runs as the Yankees defeated the Rays, 5-3, on Tuesday at Tropicana Field, sweeping an abbreviated two-game series.
Yankees 5, Rays 3: Pettitte Finds a Way; Rays Can’t Find the Plate: Andy Pettitte won for the second time on this road trip, allowing three runs in seven innings to help the Yankees split the eight games.
Yankees' Pettitte beats the Rays for the 14th time: Andy Pettitte allowed three runs over seven innings and Hideki Matsui homered to lead the New York Yankees past the Tampa Bay Rays, 5-3, Tuesday night for a two-game sweep.
Tejada, Pettitte get amnesty over Mitchell matters: Major League Baseball and the players' union agreed Friday to modify baseball's drug agreement while also giving amnesty to Astros shortstop Miguel Tejada, Andy Pettitte of the New York Yankees and other players who were mentioned in the Mitchell Report.
Yankees Beat Royals 6-1 to Avoid Sweep: Andy Pettitte picked up his first victory and Alex Rodriguez and Melky Cabrera each homered and drove in two runs, helping the New York Yankees defeat the Kansas City Royals 6-1 Thursday night and avoid a series sweep. Pettitte (1-1) held the Royals to one...
Around the AL: Yankees' Pettitte gets first win: Andy Pettitte picked up his first victory and Alex Rodriguez and Melky Cabrera each homered and drove in two runs, helping the New York Yankees defeat the Kansas City Royals 6-1 Thursday night.
Rays 6, Yankees 3: Happy to Return to the Mound, Pettitte Is Left Discouraged: Saturday was the beginning of a new and challenging season for Andy Pettitte, but it was not a smooth start as Jonny Gomes’s three-run homer powered the Tampa Bay Rays to a victory.
Sports of The Times: Pettitte Told His Story and Now He Wants to Turn the Page: Andy Pettitte must know that by coming out with a story, he has mollified Yankees fans who were eager to pardon him anyway.
Andy Pettitte Loses First Start: Andy Pettitte got the warm reception he was hoping for when he made his first start after a rocky offseason. The rest of the day didn't exactly go as planned. Jonny Gomes homered and drove in four runs against Pettitte to help the Tampa Bay Rays beat the New...
AL: Pettitte roughed up in loss to Rays: Andy Pettitte got the warm reception he was hoping for when he made his first start after a rocky offseason.
Yankees sputter in loss to Rays: NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte got the warm reception he was hoping for when he made his first start after a rocky offseason. The rest of the day didn't go as planned.
Game of the Day | Cheers are best part of Pettitte's day: Andy Pettitte spent his offseason dealing with lawyers, depositions, admissions and apologies. He spent his spring training dealing with...
SHORT HOPS: Rays cut ties with Baldelli:
Tampa Bay declined outfielder Rocco Baldelli's $6 million option for 2009 and bought out the final three years of his contract for $4 million. Baldelli, 26, has been sidelined since last May because of lingering hamstring problems and what doctors have told him and the Rays is mitochondrial disorder, a condition that causes extreme fatigue.
Rays lock up two others:Tampa Bay picked up outfielder Carl Crawford's $8.25 million option for 2009 and agreed to a $10.5 million, three-year deal with reliever Dan Wheeler. Wheeler will earn $2.8 million this season, $3.2 million in 2009 and $3.5 million in 2010. The 2011 option is for $4 million with a $1 million buyout.Beckett getting closer:Josh Beckett completed what should be his final step toward returning to the Boston Red Sox rotation. Slowed by back spasms this spring, Beckett pitched five innings in an intrasquad game in Fort Myers, Fla., and manager Terry Francona hopes to start his ace right-hander Sunday at Toronto.An obstructed view?Nothing obstructed the view of Wrigley Field on Monday from a pair of rooftop clubs whose owner has refused to share 17 percent of his profits with the team. But if Tom Gramatis hasn't paid up by the time the Cubs return home April 15, team officials said obstructions will be installed.Colon set to start:Former AL Cy Young Award winner Bartolo Colon will start Pawtucket's season opener Thursday as he tries to make it up the Red Sox.Indians catcher day to day:All-Star Victor Martinez strained his left hamstring while running the bases in the second inning Monday but the Indians were vague about his injury on Tuesday, saying only that their best hitter was day to day with a mild strain.Pettitte welcomed back:Andy Pettitte received a mostly warm welcome when he was introduced at the New York Yankees'opener after a tumultuous off-season in which he admitted to using human growth hormone and accused Roger Clemens of using HGH. Pettitte got mostly cheers when he came out of the dugout for his introduction but there was an undercurrent of boos.Phillies sign reliever:Right-hander Rudy Seanez agreed to a contract with Philadelphia and will be in uniform for tonight's game against Washington.Pettitte, feeling good, expects support: Andy Pettitte's troublesome lower back gave him no problems during a three-hour flight back to New York, and the Yankees left-hander believes he will be able to make his start on Saturday against the Blue Jays.
BASEBALL NOTES: Pettitte near perfect in final tuneup start:
New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte allowed one hit over six scoreless innings in a minor league game Sunday.
Pettitte struck out six and walked one."I threw 77 pitches, and that's what I needed,"Pettitte said."It's exactly what I wanted to do."Originally slated to start the Yankees'second game of the season, Pettitte has been slowed by back spasms and is now scheduled to start Saturday against Tampa Bay. He was placed on the 15-day disabled list Sunday, retroactive to March 21.Ian Kennedy also pitched in the minor league game, giving up four hits in five scoreless innings. The right-hander, on line to start Friday's game, struck out five and walked one.BrieflyOrioles:Outfielder Jay Gibbons was released. Gibbons, who hit 26 home runs in 2005, batted .189 with no homers and four RBIs in 16 games this spring training after playing in only 84 games last season.Tigers:Relievers Joel Zumaya and Fernando Rodney were placed on the disabled list with shoulder injuries.Diamondbacks:Left-hander Randy Johnson was placed on the 15-day disabled list as he recovers from back surgery.Dodgers:Los Angeles placed third basemen Nomar Garciaparra and Andy LaRoche and right-hander Jason Schmidt on the 15-day disabled list.Braves:Right-hander John Smoltz threw 83 pitches over five innings against minor leaguers in Florida and is on track to make his regular-season debut Sunday.Marlins:Outfielder Alejandro De Aza was placed on the 15-day disabled list with a high left ankle sprain that could keep him out four to six weeks.White Sox:Center fielder Jerry Owens and infielder Danny Richar were placed on the 15-day disabled list. Rookie Alexei Ramirez will start in center.Twins:Right-hander Scott Baker passed his last spring test, pitching six sharp innings in a minor league game. Baker was bothered by a sore back and then a bad bout with the flu.Mets:Mike Pelfrey was named as the fifth starter despite an 8.14 ERA this spring as Orlando Hernandez will open the season on the disabled list.ONLINE: mlb.comPettitte sharp against Triple-A squad: Left-hander Andy Pettitte was in great spirits after throwing in the Yankees' Minor League intrasquad game on Sunday. After breezing through a mound session on Friday, Pettitte tossed 77 pitches in his first game situation since March 17.
Pettitte set to pitch in minor league game Sunday: New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte reported no problems Saturday, one day after throwing 25 pitches off a bullpen mound.
Baseball Roundup: Pettitte Placed on D.L. as Yankees Pare Roster: The Yankees decided to put Andy Pettitte on the disabled list with back stiffness, meaning they will carry an eight-man bullpen until activating Pettitte for the fifth game of the season.
Yankees' Pettitte set for minor-league start Sunday: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches off a bullpen mound Friday and remained scheduled to pitch in a minor league game Sunday.
Yankees finalize 25-man roster for Opening Day: The New York Yankees have their opening day roster.Right-handers Edwar Ramirez, Jose Veras, Darrell Rasner and Scott Patterson, along with left-hander Kei Igawa and infielder Nick Green were all reassigned by the Yankees after Friday night's exhibition game against the Florida Marlins. Those decisions, along with ones to place left-handed starterAndy Pettitte and right-handed reliever Jeff Karstens on the 15-day disabled list, get the Yankees to the 25-man limit for opening day.
Pettitte to pitch in minor league game (AP):
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Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches off a bullpen mound Friday and remained scheduled to pitch in a minor league game Sunday. Originally slated to start the Yankees' second game of the regular season, Pettitte has been slowed by back spasms. He will make his first start Saturday, Yankees manager Joe Girardi said.
Pettitte to pitch in Minors game Sunday: Southpaw Andy Pettitte will pitch Sunday in a game between the Yankees' Double-A and Triple-A teams. Pettitte could be in line to start the club's fourth or fifth regular season game.
Pettitte to start minor league game Sunday: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte is scheduled to pitch in a minor league game Sunday.Pettitte, originally slated to start the Yankees' second game of the regular season on Wednesday, has been slowed by back spasms. If all goes well, he likely will make his first start of the season Friday or Saturday. "We're going to see how it feels and try and stretch it out," Pettitte said. "Then figure out what I'm going to do after that game.
Laird nabs starting backstop job: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte returned to action with a bullpen session on Wednesday morning, an encouraging sign as he shoots to pitch in the third or fourth game of the regular season.
Pettitte back to work throwing: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte returned to action with a bullpen session on Wednesday morning, an encouraging sign as he shoots to pitch in the third or fourth game of the regular season.
Pettitte back to work throwing: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte returned to action with a bullpen session on Wednesday morning, an encouraging sign as he shoots to pitch in the third or fourth game of the regular season.
M.L.B. Roundup: Mussina, Not Pettitte, Will Start in 2nd Game: Andy Pettittee, who has been slowed by tightness in his lower back, will likely pitch a minor league game as a tuneup for his first start of the season.
Pettitte's first regular season start delayed: Andy Pettitte will miss his first scheduled start of the regular season on April 2 against Toronto because of back spasms.
Pettitte pushed back to third or fourth: The Yankees have reshuffled their starting rotation to accommodate left-hander Andy Pettitte, who has been pushed back to the third or fourth game of the season because of back spasms.
Gonzalez still in mix for job: The Yankees have reshuffled their starting rotation to accommodate left-hander Andy Pettitte, who has been pushed back to the third or fourth game of the season because of back spasms.
Baseball Roundup: Pettitte Says First Start of Season Is in Doubt: The Yankees’best hope is that Andy Pettitte will feel stronger Tuesday, then throw a bullpen session Wednesday.
Pettitte Pushed Back: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Andy Pettitte will miss his first scheduled start of the regular season on April 2 against Toronto because of back spasms....
Pettitte's 1st regular season start pushed back: Andy Pettitte will miss his first scheduled start of the regular season on April 2 against Toronto because of back spasms.
Andy Pettitte makes 47 throws on level ground: Andy Pettitte made 47 throws on level ground Monday, two days after the New York Yankees left-hander was scratched from a scheduled start due to lower back spasms.
Pettitte to Miss 1st Start of Season: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Andy Pettitte will miss his first scheduled start of the regular season on April 2 against Toronto because of back spasms....
Pettitte's back has seen better days: After getting scratched from his Minor League start on Saturday, Andy Pettitte awoke Sunday with the same tightness in his lower back, preventing him from getting on a baseball field and increasing the concern level that he may be impacted as the regular season approaches.
Pettitte Won’t Push a Sore Back: With every day that Andy Pettitte is slowed by back spasms, the chance that he will miss his scheduled start in the second game of the regular season increases.
Cabrera agrees to 8-year, $152.3 million contract:
Miguel Cabrera and the Detroit Tigers have reached a preliminary agreement on a $152.3 million, eight-year contract, according to a person familiar with the deal.
The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Sunday because the contract was not yet final. The third baseman must pass a physical before the agreement can be finalized.Cabrera agreed Jan. 18 to an $11.3 million salary for this season. The new deal adds $141 million over the following seven seasons.Cabrera will earn $15 million in 2009, when he would have been eligible for salary arbitration. He will average $21 million annually over the next six seasons, when he would have been eligible for free agency.Cabrera's average salary of $19,037,500 will be the fourth-highest in the major leagues behind those of New York Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez ($27.5 million), New York Mets pitcher Johan Santana ($22,916,667) and Boston left fielder Manny Ramirez ($20 million).Granderson outDetroit Tigers center fielder Curtis Granderson was placed on the 15-day disabled list and will miss Opening Day. A finger on his right hand was broken Saturday when he was hit by a fastball from Philadelphia Phillies left-hander Travis Blackley in the fourth and final inning of a rained-out game.Granderson (.302, 23 home runs last season) and the team had hoped the injury was merely a bruise. But precautionary X-rays revealed the break. He is expected to miss at least three weeks. Granderson expects to have more X-rays in two weeks.BrieflyBrewers:Milwaukee left-hander Chris Capuano was told he has a torn ligament in his pitching elbow and will probably need Tommy John surgery for the second time in his career. Capuano had an MRI on Thursday and team physician William Raasch confirmed he had a torn ulnar collateral ligament.Yankees:Andy Pettitte underwent treatment after being scratched from a start due to back spasms. Pettitte said his regular-season debut might be moved back a couple days.Blue Jays:Shannon Stewart has won the job as the Toronto left fielder after Toronto released Reed Johnson.Tito leaving tourism to others: Andy Pettitte missed Saturday's Minor League start due to back spasms. Both Pettitte and manager Joe Girardi don't think their is cause for concern, believing that the left-hander will be ready to throw close to 100 pitches in his first scheduled start.
New Back Spasms Get Pettitte’s Attention: Because Andy Pettitte is supposed to start the second game of the season in 11 days and is supposed to be one of the anchors of the rotation, his latest injury could mushroom into a problem.
AL: O's tap Guthrie for opening day: Baltimore OriolesP Jeremy Guthrie will start the season opener against Tampa Bay on March 31.New York YankeesLefthander Andy Pettitte was scratched from his scheduled start because of back spasms. He expects to make his next start Thursday and be ready for the regular season.
Pettitte scratched due to back spasms: Andy Pettitte missed Saturday's Minor League start due to back spasms. Both Pettitte and manager Joe Girardi don't think their is cause for concern, believing that the left-hander will be ready to throw close to 100 pitches in his first scheduled start.
Mixed results as Pettitte returns to hill: Returning to mound action for his third start of the spring, Andy Pettitte at least got to dive back in with familiar company, testing himself for more than three innings vs. the Red Sox.
Pettitte has no elbow problem in Yankees' 8-4 win over Boston: Andy Pettitte gave the New York Yankees exactly what they wanted: a pain-free start. Pettitte allowed three runs and three hits over 3 1-3 innings in the Yankees' 8-4 win over the Boston Red Sox on Monday. The left-hander was scratched from his previous start Wednesday due to minor muscle irritation on the outside of his throwing elbow.
Colon struggles as Red Sox fall to Yankees: Andy Pettitte gave the New York Yankees exactly what they wanted: a pain-free start.
BASEBALL NOTES: Gonzalez's comeback in danger with Cards:
Former Rangers outfielder Juan Gonzalez missed his seventh straight spring training game Monday and is losing ground in his effort to win a spot on the St. Louis Cardinals.
Gonzalez underwent an MRI exam Friday for an abdominal injury and was waiting for it to be read by a specialist.The 38-year-old one-time slugger, attempting a comeback after getting only one at-bat the previous three seasons, said he was told by team doctors that the injury is not serious.The two-time AL MVP is battling Brian Barton for the fifth outfielder job with the Cardinals. Barton was batting .349 with two homers, three triples and eight RBI.BrieflyYankees:Andy Pettitte gave the New York Yankees exactly what they wanted: a pain-free start. Pettitte allowed three runs and three hits over 3 1/3 innings in the Yankees'8-4 win over the Boston Red Sox. The left-hander was scratched from his previous start Wednesday due to minor muscle irritation on the outside of his throwing elbow."My arm felt good,"Pettitte said after his 65-pitch outing."Felt real good in the first. Got a little tired in the last inning."Kevin Youkilis hit a solo homer off Pettitte in the fourth.Red Sox:Boston manager Terry Francona announced earlier Monday that Japanese right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka will pitch the regular-season opener March 25 against Oakland in Tokyo. ... Bartolo Colon, making his second spring start, didn't make it out of the first against the Yankees. The right-hander gave up three hits and four runs in two-thirds of an inning.Mets:Left-hander Jason Vargas was expected to have surgery on a torn labrum in his left hip.Reds:Rookie Johnny Cueto took another step toward earning a spot in Cincinnati's starting rotation. Cueto bounced back from a tough first inning and pitched four solid innings in the Reds'5-3 victory over the Detroit Tigers.Athletics:Non-roster first baseman Mike Sweeney will be making the trip to Japan with Oakland this week. The A's can take 30 players to Japan because of the exhibition games, but must set their 25-man roster before the season opener next Tuesday.Pirates:Manager John Russell said right-hander Ian Snell will start the opener in Atlanta on March 31. Left-hander Tom Gorzelanny will start the home opener April 7 against the Chicago Cubs.Pettitte throws in bullpen, ready for Monday start: Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte threw 42 pitches during a bullpen session Friday, two days after he was scratched from his scheduled start due to minor muscle irritation on the outside of his throwing elbow.
Yankees' Pettitte ready for next start (AP): Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte threw 42 pitches during a bullpen session Friday, two days after he was scratched from his scheduled start due to minor muscle irritation on the outside of his throwing elbow. The left-hander is scheduled to start Monday against Boston. He had a long toss session before working off the mound.
No pain after Pettitte's bullpen session: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 47 pitches in a bullpen session on Friday, showing no ill effects from the injury that forced him to miss his last start. Pettitte, 35, was scratched from Wednesday's game against the Rays in St. Petersburg due to mild tightness in his left forearm.
Pettitte Insists Elbow Soreness Is No Reason for Concern: Although they sight no major concerns, Yankee management overruled Andy Pettitte’s objections to being taken out of Wednesday’s game.
Pettitte scratched with inflamed elbow: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte was scratched from his scheduled start on Wednesday with inflammation in his pitching elbow, but the team is optimistic that the ailment will prove to be relatively minor.
Notes: Pettitte getting in the zone: Andy Pettitte has said time and again this spring that he just wants to put the offseason distractions behind him and move on with his baseball career. Once again, he received support from the sellout crowd, which lavished upon him the loudest ovation of any starter announced on Friday.
Pettitte says he's getting on with life: Andy Pettitte pitched against the Astros on Friday afternoon for the first time since leaving Houston following the 2006 season, but so much has happened to the lefthander and his former team since he last wore an Astros uniform.
McNamee’s Lawyers Seek Ouster of Hardin: The motion to disqualify Roger Clemens’s lead lawyer, Rusty Hardin, said Hardin had a conflict of interest because he had represented Andy Pettitte and Clemens.
Giambi stars in tie with Phillies: Andy Pettitte fired two scoreless innings in his Grapefruit League debut and Jason Giambi homered and drove in four in the Yankees' 7-7 tie with the Phillies on Sunday in Tampa, Fla.
Pettitte Shakes Off the Rust and Gets Back to Business for the Yankees: Andy Pettitte held the Phillies to a walk and an infield single and Jason Giambi pulled a Cole Hamels fastball for a three-run homer in the first inning of a 7-7 tie at Legends Field.
On mound, Pettitte shows no signs of strain: Andy Pettitte shook off some rust Sunday, but his spring debut after an offseason of turmoil looked like business as usual.Making his first start this spring for the New York Yankees after a winter in which he was named in the Mitchell Report on performance-enhancing drugs, admitted using human growth hormone and gave testimony that conflicted with that of former teammate Roger Clemens, Pettitte was increasingly sharp in two shutout innings against the Philadelphia Phillies.
Yankees' Pettitte Looks Sharp Over 2 Innings: Andy Pettitte has spent the past few months answering questions about performance-enhancing drugs. He hardly looked distracted during his first spring training start.
MLB Wire Notes | Pettitte looks sharp in first start: Andy Pettitte shook off some rust Sunday, but his spring debut after an offseason of turmoil looked like business as usual. Making his first start...
Pettitte looks sharp in spring debut: Andy Pettitte's first spring start was a success. Too bad Clay Buchholz can't say the same. Get caught up on Sunday's spring action.
Pettitte sharp in spring debut: Making his Grapefruit League debut against the Philadelphia Phillies, Andy Pettitte threw two scoreless innings on Sunday in the Yankees' first home exhibition game against Major League competition.
Bagwell's agent queried about gym in Pettitte case: A person investigating the Pasadena gym where the father of pitcher Andy Pettitte allegedly bought human growth hormone for his son called the agent for Jeff Bagwell and asked if the slugger knew the gym's owner or Pettitte's father.
Pettitte feels for his friend Clemens: Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens were close as teammates, and despite what Pettitte said in his deposition, he said Friday he has a hard time watching Clemens go through the ordeal stemming from the Mitchell Report.
Pettitte Says He Hates Having a Role in a Legal Drama: Andy Pettitte has become a embroiled in the Roger Clemens spectacle at a time when he would much rather concentrate on baseball.
Pettitte Tries to Focus on Baseball: Andy Pettitte is trying to focus on baseball, not an investigation into whether Roger Clemens lied to Congress. The New York Yankees pitcher acknowledged Thursday that a new investigation might mean he'll be interviewed again by federal officials.
Situation taking its toll on Pettitte: The Mitchell Report saga still hangs over Andy Pettitte like a full count with the bases loaded. George King says it's taking a toll.
Notes: Rookies adopt workout plan: Joe Girardi has made running a major part of the culture at his first spring camp as Yankees manager, and his players are prepared. Living by a rigorous workout routine spawned by Andy Pettitte, many youngsters, including Ian Kennedy, are noticing results.
Fans give Pettitte vote of confidence: Considering the level of attention given to Andy Pettitte's offseason troubles, the lefty had every reason to expect a cold reception from Yankees fans Monday. Instead, what Pettitte got assured him that regardless of circumstance, New York is on his side.
Motion Would Take Aim at Clemens’s Top Lawyer: Richard Emery, a lawyer for Brian McNamee, said Monday that Rusty Hardin could not represent Roger Clemens because he represented Andy Pettitte for at least a week before the Mitchell report.
Pettitte returns to routine with Yankes: Andy Pettitte is getting back to his routine on the mound, and that's where he feels comfortable. The New York Yankees lefthander threw 55 pitches in an indoor cage Saturday after rain wiped out his first scheduled batting practice session of the spring.
Sports of The Times: Putting His Faith in Telling the Truth: Considering that his old buddy Roger Clemens had thrown him under the stagecoach five days earlier, Andy Pettitte was in a tolerant mood Monday, even if it fell slightly short of turning the other cheek.
A-Rod gives Pettitte the ultimate endorsement:
New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte may have acknowledged using HGH in 2002 and 2004, but third baseman Alex Rodriguez said he has the utmost respect for his teammate."Andy is one of the greatest human beings I've ever met,"Rodriguez said."I have two daughters -- well, I have one and one on the way... I would want'em to marry Andy Pettitte."Nevermind that Pettitte is 35 and A-Rod's oldest daughter is 3."The age difference might be a little awkward, but in today's day and age anything is possible,"Rodriguez said.
Giambi relates to Pettitte's spot: The most difficult part is behind Andy Pettitte. Nobody knows this more than Yankees slugger Jason Giambi, who was was ensnared in the BALCO steroids scandal three years ago.
A Warm Welcome Helps Pettitte Get Back to Work: Jason Giambi and Johnny Damon said they back their teammate Andy Pettitte, but offered little insight on Roger Clemens and his alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs.
Mitchell Report has taken toll on Pettitte: In his first news conference since the release of baseball's Mitchell Report, Deer Park's Andy Pettitte on Monday apologized to fans and any current or former teammates he may have let down by using human growth hormone.
On the Mark: Thanks for the misrememories: Mark Kriegel takes on Andy Pettitte, Daytona and the Jason Kidd deal in On the Mark, where nothing ever gets misremembered.
Pettitte discusses 'embarrassment': Andy Pettitte apologized on Monday for the"embarrassment"he caused by taking human growth hormone. He also said he had not talked to Roger Clemens recently, either.
Notes: Pettitte's first day not all talk: Andy Pettitte, less than four hours before holding court with about 150 media members on Monday, was impressive in his first bullpen session since reporting to Spring Training for the first time earlier that day -- especially considering the events of the past few months.
Pettitte Apologizes to Yankees and His Fans: In a news conference Monday that neither he nor the Yankees could have ever wished on themselves, a composed Andy Pettitte apologized for using human growth hormone.
Yanks Say Mitchell Report Didn’t Affect Pettitte Deal: Brian Cashman said that terms of Andy Pettitte’s contract were agreed to 10 days before the contract was announced, up to a week before Pettitte said he learned about the report.
Putting His Faith in Telling the Truth: Considering that his old buddy Roger Clemens had thrown him under the stagecoach five days earlier, Andy Pettitte was in a tolerant mood Monday, even if it fell slightly short of turning the other cheek.
Pettitte arrives at Yankees camp amid controversy: Andy Pettitte doesn't consider himself a cheater by using human growth hormone and says that, at the time he used it, he felt in his heart that "it was the right thing to do."
Pettitte Apologizes, Regrets Taking HGH: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Andy Pettitte had finished 55 1/2 minutes of apologies, explaining why he used human growth hormone and why he said what he did about Roger Clemens. Derek Jeter walked over, and the captain wrapped his arms around the visibly relieved Pettitte....
Pettitte Apologizes for 'Embarrassment': TAMPA, Fla. -- Andy Pettitte repeated his apologies over and over again, saying he had embarrassed himself and set a terrible example. Whether he upset Roger Clemens is anyone's guess. They haven't spoken in more than a month, since Pettitte corroborated allegations of drug use against the seven-...
Apologetic Pettitte calls it a 'horrible situation' with Clemens: Andy Pettitte never backtracked or said Roger Clemens was wrong to say he "misremembered" their conversation about human growth hormone, but after one hour of answering questions from reporters at Legends Field yesterday, it was clear how terribly conflicted the Yankees pitcher is about being in the middle of the life-changing controversy with two men he calls his ...
Justice: It's fitting to forgive Pettitte after apology: Andy Pettitte has become a role model, columnist Richard Justice writes. He admitted his mistakes, apologized and asked for forgiveness. He did what all men of integrity would like to think they would do in his situation regarding the Mitchell Report.
Text of Pettitte's opening statement at spring training: Text of opening statement read Monday by New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, as transcribed by The Associated Press.
Pettitte: Saga strains friendship with Clemens: Deer Parks Andy Pettitte apologized to his fans and teammates Monday afternoon. He said he has not spoken to Roger Clemens since he gave a deposition that implicated his former teammate.
Pettitte gives apology for using HGH: TAMPA, Fla. -- Andy Pettitte repeated his apologies over and over again, saying he had embarrassed himself and set a terrible example. Whether he upset Roger Clemens is anyone's guess. ...
Pettitte, Clemens are not talking: TAMPA, Fla. -- Andy Pettitte has not spoken to Roger Clemens since giving a sworn statement that implicated his friend in the use of human growth hormone.
Baseball Notebook | Andy Pettitte apologizes, says he's no cheat: Andy Pettitte repeated his apologies over and over again, saying he had embarrassed himself and set a terrible example. Whether he upset Roger...
BASEBALL NOTES: Contrite Pettitte apologizes for HGH use:
Andy Pettitte repeated his apologies over and over again Monday, saying he had embarrassed himself and set a terrible example.
Whether he upset Roger Clemens is anyone's guess. They haven't spoken in more than a month, since Pettitte corroborated allegations of drug use against the seven-time Cy Young Award winner."Obviously it's put a strain, I think, on our friendship,"said Pettitte, who talked for almost an hour."I love him like a brother.""I felt like I need to come out, be forward with this,"Pettitte said."Whatever circumstances or repercussions come with it, I'll take and I'll take like a man and I'll try to do my job."Pettitte said he did not feel as if his accomplishments were tainted. He said he used HGH only because he felt pressure to pitch while injured."I didn't do it to try to get an edge on anyone. I didn't do it to try to get stronger or faster or throw harder. I did it because I was told that it might be able to help me,"he said.Gagné also apologizesMilwaukee closer Eric Gagné, identified as a user of human growth hormone in the Mitchell Report, also apologized, telling his new Milwaukee teammates he was sorry for"a distraction that shouldn't be taking place."Gagné said he feels"bad"for what his family and friends went through and lauded baseball for its efforts to clean the game up.Selig still studyingBaseball commissioner Bud Selig is still reviewing cases of players accused of taking performance-enhancing drugs in the Mitchell Report. Selig initially hoped to complete his review by spring training. He declined to comment on the congressional hearing last week when Roger Clemens denied using performance-enhancing drugs.BrieflyRed Sox:If Curt Schilling's shoulder rehabilitation fails, he knows his career could be over. The pitcher denied that he was hurt when he signed an $8 million contract last November. Speaking publicly for the first time about his preference for surgery, Schilling said he had to follow the team's insistence on rehab because he is under contract.Blue Jays:Toronto center fielder Vernon Wells said his left shoulder is feeling close to"100 percent"after surgery last September. Wells, a graduate of Arlington Bowie, had surgery to remove a cyst and repair a torn labrum in his left shoulder. The shoulder bothered him most of the season; he had 16 homers and 80 RBI.Angels:Closer Francisco Rodriguez is going to arbitration and he's not happy. Rodriguez, 26, doesn't have a long-term contract and said he might leave after this year. He has a major-league leading 132 saves over the past three years.A penitent Pettitte steps up to face press: TAMPA, Fla. - Andy Pettitte said he was sorry.Sorry he took human growth hormone. Sorry his friendship with Roger Clemens has been fractured. Sorry he didn't tell the whole truth at first.
Pettitte to address media Monday: The momentum has built all week toward the arrival of lefty Andy Pettitte at Yankees camp, and it will culminate with a press conference on Monday at 3 p.m. ET.
Pettitte's HGH came from ex-classmate: Andy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher.
In Return, Pettitte Will Discuss Use of H.G.H.: Andy Pettitte, the Yankees veteran left-handed pitcher, has scheduled an afternoon news conference Monday at the team’s spring training headquarters.
Pettitte's camp arrival means questions likely: Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte will have to answer questions that will likely range from his use of HGH to his relationship with Roger Clemens when he reports to spring training in Tampa on Monday.
Pettitte's candor didn't do father any favors: Andy Pettitte may be a sympathetic figure, but he did not do his father any favors by bringing him into the steroids-era record.
Pettitte's dad got HGH from pitcher's ex-classmate: Andy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher, a report said.
Report: Pettitte's hGH from high school friend: Andy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher.
Report: Pettitte's father obtained HGH from pitcher's ex-high school classmate: NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher.
Gallardo out with hurt knee:
Milwaukee Brewers starter and Fort Worth Trimble Tech grad Yovani Gallardo has torn cartilage in his left knee and is expected to miss the first four weeks of spring training.
Gallardo, 22, will return to Milwaukee today and have an arthroscopic procedure Tuesday. He then will return to the Brewers'camp to begin physical therapy.A Brewers spokesman said Sunday the right-hander had discomfort a few days ago after a throwing session. His knee swelled up afterward.Gallardo, was 9-5 with a 3.57 ERA in 20 games last season as a rookie, including 18 starts.Pettitte's source namedAndy Pettitte's father obtained the human growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher.Kelly Blair, who owns a gym in Pasadena -- just east of Houston -- was the source of the substance, the New YorkDaily Newsreported Sunday.Pettitte is due to report to Yankees camp today and planned to make his first public comments since telling a congressional committee that Roger Clemens had spoken with him about using performance-enhancing drugs.Prior pain freeMark Prior didn't experience any pain in his surgically repaired right shoulder during his first spring training workout with the San Diego Padres on Saturday.Prior hasn't pitched in the major leagues since Aug. 10, 2006. The right-hander had shoulder surgery last season and isn't expected back until mid-May or possibly June.Prior signed a one-year deal with the Padres on Dec. 26 after spending six seasons with the Cubs.Johnson impressesArizona manager Bob Melvin said he was impressed with Randy Johnson's first workout Sunday.The 44-year-old lefty threw 27 pitches off the mound, six months after he underwent his second back surgery in less than a year.Baseball Notes: Paper IDs source of Pettitte's HGH: Andy Pettitte's father obtained human growth hormone for his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher, the New York Daily News reported yesterday.
Report: Pettitte's classmate HGH source: Andy Pettitte's father obtained the human-growth hormone he supplied his son from a trainer who attended high school with the New York Yankees pitcher, according to a published report.
Pettitte to Throw Saturday: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Still back home in Houston, Andy Pettitte will throw a bullpen session Saturday to keep up with his teammates before he arrives at spring training....
Pettitte to Throw Saturday: Still back home in Houston, Andy Pettitte will throw a bullpen session Saturday to keep up with his teammates before he arrives at spring training. Pettitte was given permission to report four days late following a congressional ordeal in which he...
Pettitte gears up for spring training: Still home in Deer Park, Andy Pettitte will throw a bullpen session Saturday to keep up with his teammates before he arrives at spring training with the New York Yankees in Tampa, Fla.
Yanks expect Pettitte to pull through: One of Andy Pettitte's teammates has seen a lot in his 18 seasons, but not enough to be able to predict exactly what Pettitte will face, and how he'll respond, to the stigma surrounding him when he reports to Spring Training on Monday. One thing he does know is that it's going to be hard.
Pettitte Is Now Working on His Damage Control: Andy Pettitte’s entanglement with Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee, may well get in the way of him being able to do his job properly.
Mussina Hopes Pettitte Can Handle Media: TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- When Andy Pettitte arrives at New York Yankees' training camp he will face intense media scrutiny....
Pettitte admits using HGH in 2004: Andy Pettitte admitted to using human growth hormone one additional time in 2004, releasing a statement through his attorney before Wednesday's House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform hearing.
Lidge offers perspective on hearings: As Roger Clemens vehemently defended his Hall of Fame credentials at a Congressional hearing, Brad Lidge watched as more than a casual observer. He offered a unique perspective as a former teammate of both Clemens and Andy Pettitte.
Yankees allow Pettitte to report late: The Yankees have given Andy Pettitte permission to report to Spring Training on Monday, four days after pitchers and catchers were scheduled to report, according to general manager Brian Cashman.
Nanny's account clashes with Clemens: Roger Clemens' morning on Capitol Hill wasn't helped by Andy Pettitte's testimony, but his credibility did temporarily receive an assist from another former teammate -- until the issue of a former nanny came up.
On Baseball: Witness in Absentia Appears in Words: Andy Pettitte indeed was a critical witness, but his presence was seen only in his words.
Injuries, struggles led Pettitte, Knoblauch to HGH: The distaste of having surgery after one start with his hometown team and a case of the throwing yips led Andy Pettitte and Chuck Knoblauch to human growth hormone, according to depositions released shortly after Wednesday's congressional hearing.
Yankees grant Pettitte permission to report late to Tampa: Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte was given permission to report late to camp. The Yankees also held a seven-hour meeting Wednesday in which Girardi, general manager Brian Cashman and other staff members discussed the entire roster.
Pettitte admits using HGH in 2004: Roger Clemens told Yankees teammate Andy Pettitte nearly 10 years ago that he used human growth hormone, Pettitte said in a sworn affidavit to Congress, The Associated Press learned Tuesday.
Andy Pettitte Admits Using HGH in 2004: Andy Pettitte felt caught in the middle between his friends Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee. In the end, Pettitte's conscience told him which side to choose. Pettitte told congressional lawyers that Clemens informed him nearly a decade ago he had used...
Pettitte admits to HGH use while with Astros: Andy Pettitte admitted using human growth hormone in 2004 when he was with the Astros, saying it was supplied to him that time by his father, The Associated Press learned Wednesday.
Pettitte used HGH in 2004: Pettitte used HGH in 2004 Andy Pettitte felt caught in the middle between his friends Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee. In the end, Pettitte's conscience told him which side to choose. ...
Pettitte:'I have to live with myself': WASHINGTON -- Andy Pettitte felt caught in the middle between his friends Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee. In the end, Pettitte's conscience told him which side to choose.
A loss for Roger Clemens: Clemens continues to say that McNamee is lying about injecting him with HGH, but Andy Pettitte's testimony makes it hard to believe the pitching great.
Confession | Andy Pettitte went with the truth: Andy Pettitte felt caught in the middle between his friends Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee. In the end, the Yankees pitcher's conscience...
Yanks expect Pettitte to start spring behind in prep: The Yankees expect that Andy Pettitte will be behind in his preparation for the 2008 season, because of the off-field issues that have dominated his offseason.
Pettitte admits to also using HGH in '04 (AP): Andy Pettitte felt caught in the middle between his friends Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee. In the end, Pettitte's conscience told him which side to choose. Pettitte told congressional lawyers that Clemens informed him nearly a decade ago he had used human growth hormone and said McNamee let him know in 2003 or 2004 that Clemens had used steroids.
Yanks to allow Pettitte to report late (AP): Joe Girardi spent his first day as manager of the New York Yankees mapping out plans for spring training, not sitting in front of a television watching the congressional hearing on steroids in baseball. No team has been affected more by fallout from the Mitchell Report, which contained allegations that Roger Clemens and current Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte used performance-enhancing drugs.
Pettitte: Clemens discussed HGH: Roger Clemens talked in 1999 or 2000 about using human growth hormone, his former Yankees teammate Andy Pettitte has told Congress in a sworn affidavit.
NYT > Baseball: Andy Pettitte’s recusal came amid growing indications that he had given evidence against Roger Clemens in his deposition. Chuck Knoblauch and Kirk Radomski will also not testify.
Damaging Information Said to Await Clemens: Roger Clemens is expected to be confronted with a new and damaging affidavit from Andy Pettitte when he appears before a House committee on Wednesday.
Girardi Urges Pettitte to Focus on the Future: Joe Girardi has reinforced to Andy Pettitte that the fallout from his admission of using human growth hormone and his deposition to Congress about Roger Clemens should not ruin him.
AP: Pettitte says Clemens revealed HGH use: Roger Clemens told Yankees teammate Andy Pettitte nearly 10 years ago that he used human growth hormone, Pettitte said in a sworn affidavit to Congress, The Associated Press learned Tuesday.
Pettitte's role may become evident: Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte have been teammates for nine seasons, but their friendship could reach a crossroads as baseball's latest doping scandal reaches a potential tipping point. Today, at a hearing before the U.S. House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Clemens and his former trainer, Brian McNamee, are expected to present conflicting testimony about Clemens' alleged use of steroids and human growth hormone in 1998, 2000 and 2001 when he played for the Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees.
Pettitte: Clemens used HGH: Roger Clemens told Andy Pettitte nearly 10 years ago that he used HGH, Pettitte said in a sworn affidavit.
Pettitte, Radomski dropped from hearing: Andy Pettitte, Chuck Knoblauch and steroid dealer Kirk Radomski were dropped from the witness list for Wednesday's House committee hearing about Roger Clemens.
Atkins, Rockies avoid arbitration: Andy Pettitte, Chuck Knoblauch and steroid dealer Kirk Radomski were dropped from the witness list for Wednesday's House committee hearing about Roger Clemens.
Pettitte Will Not Testify at Public Hearing: Andy Pettitte’s recusal came amid growing indications that he had given evidence against Roger Clemens in his deposition. Chuck Knoblauch and Kirk Radomski will also not testify.
Pettitte, Knoblauch, Radomski excused from Clemens' hearing: Roger Clemens will have fewer familiar faces surrounding him at Wednesday's congressional hearing as former teammates Andy Pettitte and Chuck Knoblauch were excused from the proceedings, the committee probing steroids in baseball announced in a release Monday night.
Pettitte Dropped From Clemens Hearing: Andy Pettitte and two others originally invited to testify are told Monday they don't need to show up for a Tuesday hearing focusing on Roger Clemens' steroid use.
MLB Notes: Pettitte is pulled from House witness list: Roger Clemens and his accuser, Brian McNamee, will be the main witnesses at a House hearing on the Mitchell Report after New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte and two others were dropped Monday.
Steroid-hearing list is trimmed / Pettitte, two others excused: Andy Pettitte, Chuck Knoblauch and steroids dealer Kirk Radomski were dropped from the witness list for Wednesday's public House committee hearing about performance-enhancing drugs in baseball. That leaves Roger Clemens and his former trainer, Brian McNamee,...
Ex-Astro Pettitte is let out of Congress' hearing: Former Astros pitcher Andy Pettitte and Chuck Knoblauch have been dropped from the witness list at Wednesday's House committee hearing about Roger Clemens.
Lawyers claim photos show evidence against Clemens:
Roger Clemens'accuser, Brian McNamee, gave a seven-hour deposition behind closed doors Thursday, and the trainer's lawyers presented photographs of evidence they said prove the star pitcher was injected with steroids.
One photo shows a beer can that Richard Emery, one of McNamee's attorneys, said was taken out of a trash can in Clemens'New York apartment in 2001. Emery said the can contained needles used to inject Clemens. That picture also shows what Emery said was gauze used to wipe blood off Clemens after a shot.The other picture shows vials of what Emery said were testosterone and needles -- items the attorney said Clemens gave to McNamee for safekeeping at the end of the 2002 baseball season.Clemens'repeated denials of McNamee's allegations about drug use drew Congress'attention. Clemens spoke under oath to the committee Tuesday -- the first time he addressed the allegations under oath, and therefore the first time he put himself at legal risk if he were to make false statements.A public hearing is set Wednesday, when Clemens, McNamee and other witnesses, including Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte, are to testify.McNamee's attorneys said their client turned over physical evidence to a federal prosecutor for the Northern District of California last month.Schilling injured?Curt Schilling has what is believed to be a partial tear of his rotator cuff in his right shoulder, and the pitcher has been squabbling with the Boston Red Sox over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic.Writing on his blog, 38pitches.com, Schilling said Thursday he has agreed to abide by the club's request to rely on rest and rehabilitation, despite the recommendation of the doctor who operated on the shoulder in 1995.The Boston Globereported that even without surgery Schilling would be out until at least the All-Star break.Schilling, 41, who spent seven weeks on the disabled list with right shoulder tendinitis last year, went 9-8 with a 3.87 ERA during the regular season. In the playoffs, he went 3-0 with a 3.00 ERA to help Boston win its second World Series in four seasons.He agreed in November to a one-year, $8 million contract that allows him to earn an addition $5 million in performance and weight bonuses.Steinbrenner Field?Tampa officials have given their blessing to rename Legends Field in honor of New York Yankees owner George Steinbrenner.Not that they needed to approve the idea, Tampa councilman Charlie Miranda noted Thursday after the council voted unanimously to encourage the christening.Miranda expects the Yankees to make the change on Feb. 29 at a spring training game against South Florida.BrieflyYankees:The new Yankee Stadium, set to be ready for the 2009 season, will have party suites, a members-only restaurant, a martini bar and a price tag to match -- $1.3 billion, up from the original estimate of $1 billion.Padres:Tony Clark and San Diego are discussing a one-year deal that could bring the big first baseman back to the city where he played high school and college ball.Yankees left-hander Pettitte latest to visit Capitol Hill: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte talked for about 2 hours Monday with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball.
Pettitte probed about Mitchell Report: Andy Pettitte was in Washington, D.C., on Monday for a closed-door interview with lawyers from a congressional committee investigating the use of performance-enhancing drugs in Major League Baseball.
NYT>Baseball: Andy Pettitte may provide key testimony to the House oversight committee investigating his former teammate’s challenge to the Mitchell report on performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
Pettitte Remains Quiet After Giving Deposition: Andy Pettitte spent two and a half hours on Capitol Hill Monday for a deposition with House committee staffers about allegations of the use of performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
Yankees lefthander Pettitte latest to visit Capitol Hill: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte talked for about 2 hours Monday with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball.
MLB Notes: Pettitte is mum on details about testifying to Congress: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte spoke under oath for about 2 1/2 hours Monday with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball.
Pettitte talks to panel about steroids report: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte spoke under oath for about 2½ hours today with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball.
MLB Notebook: Pettitte starts off rotation at Congress: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte spoke under oath for about 2 1/2 hours yesterday with lawyers from a congressional committee looking into drug use in baseball. ...
MLB Wire Notes | Lawyers hear Pettitte; Clemens is up today: Pitcher Andy Pettitte of the New York Yankees briskly made his way to an elevator after his deposition Monday, declining to talk to reporters...
BASEBALL NOTES: Clemens follows Pettitte to the Hill:
Not one of Roger Clemens'flat-out denials about using steroids or human growth hormones was delivered while he spoke under oath. Now he gets that chance.
The seven-time Cy Young Award winner is scheduled to give a deposition to lawyers from a congressional committee behind closed doors today in Washington, one day after his former New York Yankees teammate and workout partner Andy Pettitte delivered sworn testimony for about 2 1/2 hours.Both pitchers'private interviews with staff members from the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee are part of preparation for a Feb. 13 hearing. That public session is expected to focus on allegations made in the Mitchell Report by trainer Brian McNamee that he injected Clemens more than a dozen times with performance enhancers."Roger is not going to take the Fifth Amendment,"one of Clemens'lawyers, Rusty Hardin, said in a statement."He is going to answer the committee's questions truthfully under oath."McNamee is to appear Thursday. One of his lawyers, Earl Ward, said no decision had been made on whether he would submit to a deposition or transcribed interview.Pettitte, who chose to be deposed, did not take questions from reporters afterward as he walked from committee offices to an elevator in the Rayburn House Office Building. He was accompanied by his wife and three lawyers.Rangers to deal pitcherA source said that right-hander Armando Galarraga, who was designated for assignment by the Rangers on Jan. 25 to clear roster room for Jason Jennings, will be dealt to the Detroit Tigers today.The details of the trade are not clear.Galarraga is the last remaining player the Rangers received when they traded Alfonso Soriano to the Nationals in December 2005. That deal also included Brad Wilkerson and Terrmel Sledge.-- Jeff WilsonBrieflyCardinals:Juan Gonzalez, who hasn't played regularly in the majors since the 2003 season with the Rangers, will be one of 26 non-roster players invited to spring training. Albert Pujols has been working out with Gonzalez, 38, and pushed for the team to give him a shot.Trade:Baltimore and Seattle reportedly have agreed to the deal that would send left-handed pitching ace Erik Bedard to the Mariners for five players, including young outfielder Adam Jones and reliever George Sherrill, pending physicals. Bedard, 28, is expected in Seattle perhaps as early as today.Tigers:Curtis Granderson, emerging as one of the top center fielders in the game, agreed to a $30.25 million, five-year contract with Detroit that includes a club option for 2013 that could make the deal worth up to $43.25 million.Committee set to quiz Clemens; Pettitte mum after his session: None of Roger Clemens' denials about using performance-enhancing substances was delivered under oath. Now he gets his chance.Clemens is scheduled to give a deposition to lawyers from a congressional committee behind closed doors today, 1 day after his friend and former Yankees teammate Andy Pettitte delivered sworn testimony for about 2 1/2 hours.
Clemens’s Lawyers Not Worried About What Pettitte Will Say: Andy Pettitte may provide key testimony to the House oversight committee investigating his former teammate’s challenge to the Mitchell report on performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
Pettitte and committee lawyers to meet: Pitcher Andy Pettitte visits Capitol Hill Monday to meet with lawyers for a U.S. House committee that is preparing for a Feb. 13 hearing on steroids in baseball.
Pettitte Scheduled to Head to Hill: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Andy Pettitte lent credence to the Mitchell Report by acknowledging he received two injections of human growth hormone from a personal trainer who worked with him and Roger Clemens....
Agent talks to MLB congressional drug committee: An employee of the agency that represents Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte spoke Thursday to the congressional committee investigating drugs in baseball.
Pettitte slated to speak with lawyers (AP):
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Andy Pettitte lent credence to the Mitchell Report by acknowledging he received two injections of human growth hormone from a personal trainer who worked with him and Roger Clemens. Now Pettitte will be asked to tell Congress what he knows. The New York Yankees pitcher was scheduled to be interviewed privately Monday by lawyers from the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, part of...
Agent meets with committee lawyers: An employee of the sports agency that represents Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte spoke Thursday to the congressional committee investigating drugs in baseball.
Agent with Clemens-Pettitte ties meets with Congress: An employee of the sports agency that represents Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte spoke Thursday to the congressional committee investigating drugs in baseball.
Trainer's lawyer thinks Pettitte will link Clemens to HGH:
A lawyer for Andy Pettitte's former personal trainer said he believes the pitcher will tell Congress he discussed human growth hormone with Roger Clemens between the 2001 and 2002 seasons.
The lawyer, Earl Ward, said Pettitte talked about HGH with trainer Brian McNamee after a conversation with Clemens, who has denied that he used HGH or steroids.Pettitte's meeting with a congressional committee investigating drug use in baseball was postponed from today until Monday.McNamee said in last month's Mitchell Report he injected Clemens at least 16 times with steroids or HGH in 1998, 2000 and 2001. He said he injected Pettitte two to four times with HGH.Pettitte admitted two days after the Mitchell Report was released that he tried HGH for two days in 2002 -- before it was banned.Ward said the discussion he was referring to occurred at Clemens'house."Based on what we know, there was a situation where Andy was speaking to Roger in Brian's presence, then Andy came over to Brian and essentially said,'Why didn't you tell me about this stuff?'He referred to HGH,"Ward said."Brian discouraged him and then several months later, when he [Pettitte] got injured, he came back and asked Brian about it, and that's when Brian injected him. We believe that based on the fact that Andy came to Brian and asked him about HGH, it was Roger who told Andy about HGH and that's why he asked Brian about it."BASEBALL NOTES: Clemens defended by son:
With Roger Clemens a no-show at a Houston Astros mini-camp Monday, Koby Clemens spoke out in defense of his dad.
Roger Clemens was accused by his former trainer in last month's Mitchell Report of using steroids and human growth hormone in 1998, 2000 and 2001, allegations the seven-time Cy Young Award winner vehemently denies."It kills me that this is happening to my dad,"Koby Clemens, an Astros'prospect, said."What he's done for the game and what now is being turned back to him for what he's done for the game is tough. It's hard on me, but you can't imagine how hard it is on my dad."Koby Clemens, the pitcher's oldest son, said the ordeal has made his family stronger and brought its members closer together.Clemens is set to testify Feb. 13 before a House committee along with former teammates Andy Pettitte and Chuck Knoblauch, and Brian McNamee, the former personal trainer for Clemens and Pettitte. Clemens sued McNamee for defamation.Clemens'agent released an 18,000-word, 49-page statistical report to refute allegations that his career improved about the time he was accused of using performance-enhancing drugs.The pitcher has a personal-services contract with the Astros set to begin when he retires, and he helped last year at the mini-camp, which features Nolan Ryan and Jeff Bagwell.Bedard deal stallsErik Bedard is still a member of the Baltimore Orioles, although there are signs the left-hander might soon be headed to the Seattle Mariners.In an effort to rebuild an organization that has endured 10 consecutive losing seasons, Orioles president of baseball operations Andy MacPhail has been actively seeking to trade Bedard for prospects. He appears close to working out a deal with the Mariners, but insisted that a trade was not necessarily imminent. Orioles owner Peter Angelos, who hopes to sign Bedard to a long-term deal, is apparently the roadblock.The Mariners have asked center fielder Adam Jones to leave his Venezuelan Winter League team and return to the United States. Jones, one of Seattle's top prospects, is supposedly the main player targeted by Baltimore in the trade.BrieflyRed Sox:Boston obtained reliever David Aardsma from the Chicago White Sox for Willy Mota and Miguel Socolovich in a trade involving three right-handed pitchers.Athletics:Jack Cust, coming off a breakout season with Oakland, denied allegations in the Mitchell Report that he admitted using steroids. According to the report, minor league teammate Larry Bigbie said Cust once admitted using steroids. Cust addressed the allegations for the first time and denied that he ever used steroids or other performance-enhancing drugs.Phillies:Free-agent third baseman Pedro Feliz (.255, 11 home runs, 76 RBI in 2007) and Philadelphia agreed to an $8.5 million, two-year contract.Nationals:Washington catcher Paul Lo Duca had arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and is expected to be sidelined four to six weeks. The operation was to repair torn cartilage.Pettitte deposition postponed: The deposition for Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte has been postponed from this Wednesday to next Monday, the two Congressional leaders of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee said in a joint statement released on Tuesday.
Tigers holding Robinson contest: MLB.com/Entertainment will be touring stadiums throughout the country and giving you inside looks at each park. What better place to start than the place where Derek Jeter mans shortstop and Andy Pettitte and Joba Chamberlain toe the pitcher's mound.
Pettitte Will Discuss Clemens, Lawyers Say: Andy Pettitte will provide the first account of conversations with Brian McNamee about Roger Clemens’s alleged use of performance-enhancing drugs in earlier years.
Lawyer: Pettitte may be key to Clemens-McNamee faceoff: Pitcher Andy Pettitte is scheduled to meet Tuesday with a congressional committee, and when he does, it could break the high-stakes standoff between Roger Clemens and his former trainer Brian McNamee.
Pettitte's meeting with Congress postponed: New York Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte's meeting with a congressional committee investigating drug use in baseball was postponed until Monday. He originally was slated to appear for a deposition or transcribed interview Wednesday.
Lawyer: Andy Pettitte Will Back Trainer: WASHINGTON (AP) -- A lawyer for Andy Pettitte's former personal trainer said Tuesday he believes the pitcher will tell Congress he discussed human growth hormone with Roger Clemens between the 2001 and 2002 seasons....
Lawyer: Andy Pettitte Will Back Trainer: A lawyer for Andy Pettitte's former personal trainer said Tuesday he believes the pitcher will tell Congress he discussed human growth hormone with Roger Clemens between the 2001 and 2002 seasons. The lawyer, Earl Ward, said Pettitte talked about HGH...
Lawyer: Pettitte to admit HGH discussion with Clemens: A lawyer for Andy Pettitte's former personal trainer said Tuesday he believes the pitcher will tell Congress he discussed human growth hormone with Roger Clemens between the 2001 and 2002 seasons.
Pettitte's meeting with panel postponed until Monday: Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte's meeting with a congressional committee investigating drug use in baseball was postponed until Monday.
Trainer's lawyer thinks Pettitte will link Clemens to HGH:
A lawyer for Andy Pettitte's former personal trainer said he believes the pitcher will tell Congress he discussed human growth hormone with Roger Clemens between the 2001 and 2002 seasons.
The lawyer, Earl Ward, said Pettitte talked about HGH with trainer Brian McNamee after a conversation with Clemens, who has denied that he used HGH or steroids.Pettitte's meeting with a congressional committee investigating drug use in baseball was postponed from today until Monday.McNamee said in last month's Mitchell Report he injected Clemens at least 16 times with steroids or HGH in 1998, 2000 and 2001. He said he injected Pettitte two to four times with HGH.Pettitte admitted two days after the Mitchell Report was released that he tried HGH for two days in 2002 -- before it was banned.Ward said the discussion he was referring to occurred at Clemens'house."Based on what we know, there was a situation where Andy was speaking to Roger in Brian's presence, then Andy came over to Brian and essentially said,'Why didn't you tell me about this stuff?'He referred to HGH,"Ward said."Brian discouraged him and then several months later, when he [Pettitte] got injured, he came back and asked Brian about it, and that's when Brian injected him. We believe that based on the fact that Andy came to Brian and asked him about HGH, it was Roger who told Andy about HGH and that's why he asked Brian about it."Yankee Stadium tour is rich in history: MLB.com/Entertainment will be touring stadiums throughout the country and giving you inside looks at each park. What better place to start than the place where Derek Jeter mans shortstop and Andy Pettitte and Joba Chamberlain toe the pitcher's mound?
BASEBALL NOTES: Congress seeks Clemens interview:
Roger Clemens will give Congress a deposition or transcribed interview next Saturday in advance of the House hearing where the pitcher and his former trainer, Brian McNamee, are to testify.
Letters were sent to Clemens, McNamee and three other people Friday by House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform chairman Henry Waxman and ranking Republican Tom Davis.The letters ask the witnesses to meet with committee staff on specific dates leading up to the panel's hearing Feb. 13. Clemens'lawyer said he would accept.McNamee, who has been seeking immunity for his testimony, was asked to meet with committee staff Jan. 31. Clemens'former teammate and workout partner, Andy Pettitte, was asked to appear Jan. 30.MLB going to ChinaDodgers manager Joe Torre and Padres Hall of Famer Dave Winfield are scheduled to appear at a reception in Beijing on Jan. 24 to announce Major League Baseball's first games in China, exhibitions between Los Angeles and San Diego on March 15-16.MLB also is opening its season in Japan for the third time when the World Series champion Boston Red Sox play the Oakland Athletics at the Tokyo Dome on March 25-26.Tejada expectedHouston Astros general manager Ed Wade anticipates Miguel Tejada to be at spring training on Feb. 19, even as the FBI investigates whether the former AL MVP made false statements to a congressional committee about possible use of performance-enhancing drugs.BrieflyAngels:First baseman Casey Kotchman and third baseman Macier Izturis avoided arbitration by agreeing to one-year contracts. Kotchman will be paid $1.45 million and Izturis $1.2 million.Athletics:Pitcher Joe Blanton and Oakland agreed on a $3.7 million, one-year contract that avoided arbitration.Diamondbacks:All-Star second baseman Orlando Hudson agreed to a one-year contract worth $6.25 million.Reds:Reliever Bill Bray had an appendectomy and is expected to resume throwing in two weeks. Bray had the surgery in Grapevine, where he lives in the off-season.Rockies:All-Star left fielder Matt Holliday agreed to a two-year, $23 million contract.Twins:First baseman Justin Morneau and Minnesota agreed to a $7.4 million, one-year deal.Tigers:Miguel Cabrera and Detroit agreed to a one-year contract worth $11.3 million.Knoblauch to be subpoenaed by House committee: Former Yankee Chuck Knoblauch is being subpoenaed by a congressional committee investigating steroids in baseball after he failed to respond to an invitation to give a deposition.Knoblauch was asked to appear Thursday, the first of five depositions or transcribed interviews scheduled by the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee prior to its Feb. 13 hearing. Roger Clemens is scheduled for Saturday, followed by Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte on Jan. 30.
Andy, Rocket rift widening: Andy Pettitte is said by friends to be upset with RogerClemens because of Clemens' aggressive defense to the charges leveled against him in the Mitchell Report. Most of all, Pettitte didn't care for Clemens' public airing of his taped phone call with accuser Brian McNamee, which accomplished little.
Congress summons Clemens, ex-teammates: Roger Clemens and his former New York Yankees teammates Andy Pettitte and Chuck Knoblauch have been asked to give a deposition or interview to congressional investigators in preparation for the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's Feb. 13 hearings on steroid use in baseball.
Torre: Didn't suspect PED use by Clemens, Pettitte: Joe Torre had no suspicions about Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte using performance-enhancing drugs when they were playing for him with the New York Yankees.
Torre: `I didn't see anything that made me suspicious' about Clemens and Pettitte: Joe Torre had no suspicions about Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte using performance-enhancing drugs when they were playing for him with the New York Yankees. "I didn't see anything that made me suspicious," Torre said Thursday. "But I don't investigate...
Justice: Clemens' fate may rest with Pettitte's take: Through the years, Andy Pettitte has been many things to Roger Clemens. Teammate. Workout partner. Friend. Clemens has never needed Pettitte more than he needs him now as he fights for his reputation and maybe a lot more.
Mitchell testifies, stands by McNamee: Former U.S. Sen. George Mitchell returned to Capitol Hill on Tuesday and gave virtually the same rendition of his Dec. 13 report. With one exception: Mitchell stood behind the testimony of Brian McNamee, the former personal trainer for Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte.
Clemens plans on testifying:
Roger Clemens'attorney, Rusty Hardin, reiterated Sunday that Clemens intends to testify before Congress next month without pleading the Fifth or seeking immunity.
An ESPN.com report said that"Hardin was hedging over the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee's request to depose Clemens under oath because it might interfere with his defamation lawsuit against personal trainer Brian McNamee."Sunday, Hardin issued a statement that called the ESPN.com report erroneous.Hardin's statement read as follows:"I want to make very clear that there has been absolutely no change in Roger's willingness and indeed desire to testify under oath before Congress in a public hearing at a date of the Oversight Committee's choosing. Any suggestion that he or we are having any second thoughts about that is absolutely false. All other pre-appearance issues and scheduling we will discuss privately with the committee and do not think it is appropriate to discuss those matters publicly."The congressional hearing at which Clemens, McNamee, Andy Pettitte, Kirk Radomski and Chuck Knoblauch have been asked to appear was pushed back from this week to Feb. 13, after the scheduled sentencing of Radomski.BrieflyBraves:Mark Kotsay appears headed for Atlanta to play center field. The Braves reached a tentative deal to acquire the oft-injured Kotsay from Oakland for reliever Joey Devine and cash, according to several media reports. The trade is contingent on Kotsay passing a physical and the commissioner's office approving the money involved.Mets:New York outfielder Endy Chavez injured his right hamstring and right ankle while playing winter ball in Venezuela. Mets spokesman Jay Horwitz said that Chavez was expected to be ready for spring training.Clemens' hearing put on hold until next month: Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee will have to wait another month for their chance to testify before Congress regarding Major League Baseball's Mitchell Report.
Clemens hearing postponed by House committee: The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was rescheduled tiday until Feb. 13 so lawmakers can gather evidence and coordinate their investigation with the Justice Department.
Congress delays Clemens hearing:
Congress wants to be prepared when Roger Clemens and his former trainer, Brian McNamee, head to Capitol Hill.
The House hearing involving Clemens, McNamee and Andy Pettitte was postponed Wednesday from Jan. 16 until Feb. 13.Plans are still in place for Tuesday's hearing before the same committee about the Mitchell Report on baseball's Steroids Era. The witnesses that day will be commissioner Bud Selig, union leader Donald Fehr and former Senate majority leader George Mitchell, the report's author.Rangers waive LHPThe Rangers placed left-handed reliever Bill White on waivers Wednesday, making room on the 40-man roster for either Kazuo Fukumori or the anticipated addition of Eddie Guardado, depending on which deal is finalized first.Fukumori agreed to two-year, $3 million deal last month. That deal, as well as one for Guardado, are expected to be completed in the coming days.-- Jeff WilsonBrieflyAthletics:RHP Justin Duchscherer avoided arbitration, agreeing to a one-year deal.Japan:Alex Cabrera, who was named in the Mitchell Report, agreed to a $2.2 million, one-year deal with Orix of the Pacific League.Baseball Notes | Congress delays Clemens hearing: A congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, his former trainer Brian McNamee, and Andy Pettitte has been postponed from Jan. 16 until Feb. 13.
NYT>Baseball: A longtime friend and former teammate of Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte may be asked questions regarding Clemens’s possible use of steroids before a Congressional committee.
Forecast for Spring: More Yankees Drama: The House committee investigating steroids in baseball has postponed its hearing to Feb. 13, making it a major distraction at the start of camp for Andy Pettitte and the Yankees.
Clemens' Capitol Hill appearance postponed: The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was postponed Wednesday until Feb. 13 so lawmakers can gather evidence and coordinate their investigation with the Justice Department.
House Panel Postpones Clemens Hearing: WASHINGTON (AP) -- Everyone is getting some extra time to prepare for Roger Clemens' appearance on Capitol Hill. That includes Clemens, of course, along with his teammate, workout partner and friend Andy Pettitte, and their former trainer Brian McNamee. And Congress itself....
Clemens hearing postponed: The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was postponed.
House Panel Postpones Clemens Hearing: Everyone is getting some extra time to prepare for Roger Clemens' appearance on Capitol Hill. That includes Clemens, of course, along with his teammate, workout partner and friend Andy Pettitte, and their former trainer Brian McNamee. And Congress itself....
Pettitte undecided on attending hearings: Andy Pettitte has been invited to appear before Congress, but if the Yankees left-hander is planning on attending, he has yet to book his trip.
From Same Dugout to the Same Row Before Congress: A longtime friend and former teammate of Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte may be asked questions regarding Clemens’s possible use of steroids before a Congressional committee.
Pettitte Plays A Pivotal Role For Clemens: If Andy Pettitte appears before the Congressional committee and is asked what he knows about Roger Clemens, he will be faced with telling the truth or lying. I don’t think he would lie.
Clemens Hearing Postponed by House Panel: WASHINGTON (AP) -- The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was postponed Tuesday, The Associated Press learned....
Pettitte retains Sammy Sosa's lawyer: Andy Pettitte retained a new lawyer for his upcoming appearance before a congressional committee and will be represented by Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger.
McNamee says he'd go to jail for Clemens:
"What do you want me to do?"
Brian McNamee asked Roger Clemens that question -- or variations of it -- 21 times during a 17-minute taped conversation.He never really got an answer.A recording of last Friday's telephone call between Clemens'former trainer and the seven-time Cy Young Award winner was played at Clemens'long-awaited news conference Monday, the first time he faced a group of reporters since McNamee's accusations were made public in the Mitchell Report on Dec. 13."What do you want me to do? I'll go to jail, I'll do whatever you want,"McNamee said."I need somebody to tell the truth, Mac,"Clemens told him.Never, though, did Clemens angrily confront McNamee during the call nor did he accuse the trainer of lying when he told Mitchell he injected Clemens at least 16 times with steroids and human growth hormone in 1998, 2000 and 2001.Asked why Clemens never directly answered the"what do you want me to do"question, his lawyer, Rusty Hardin, said:"The last thing Roger wanted, just as we did, was any suggestion that we were trying to interfere or coerce a federal witness. So, yeah, all he kept saying [was] nothing. Except you hear him throughout saying,'Tell the truth.'"Late Sunday, Clemens filed a defamation suit against McNamee in Texas state court, another salvo in the escalating fight between the pair, who had worked together since they met while with the Toronto Blue Jays a decade ago. Emery said McNamee probably will sue Clemens in New York.Hardin said the pitcher was willing to testify Jan. 16 to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.McNamee also has agreed, and the pair will have to repeat their assertions under oath on Capitol Hill. Hardin said Clemens will deny any use of steroids.Baseball makes changesMajor League Baseball eliminated a 24-hour notice of drug testing and imposed background checks on clubhouse personnel, adopting recommendations in the Mitchell Report. Also, clubhouse personnel would be subject to drug tests and all packages must be logged in. Personal trainers also were banned.BrieflyYankees:Andy Pettitte will be represented by Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger for his upcoming statement to Congress. Reisinger represented Sammy Sosa when he testified three years ago.Phillies:Jayson Werth (.298, 49 RBI) and Philadelphia agreed to a $1.7 million, one-year contract, avoiding arbitration. The 27-year-old Werth started 63 games.Pirates:Right-hander Elmer Dessens (2-2, 7.15 ERA) has signed a minor league contract with Pittsburgh.Mets:Reliever Duaner Sanchez has agreed to an $850,000, one-year contract.Baseball Notes | Pettitte hires new lawyer for hearing: Andy Pettitte retained a new lawyer for his appearance before a congressional committee and will be represented by Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger.
House committee postpones Clemens hearing: The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was postponed Tuesday, The Associated Press learned.The House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform was informing witnesses that the Jan. 16 session will be pushed back, a lawyer involved in the hearing told the AP. The lawyer spoke on condition of anonymity because the postponement had not yet been formally announced.
Report: Congressional steroids hearing postponed: The congressional hearing involving Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and former trainer Brian McNamee was postponed Tuesday, The Associated Press learned.
Pettitte retains Sosa's lawyer: Andy Pettitte retained a new lawyer for his upcoming appearance before a congressional committee and will be represented by Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger.
Pettitte retains Sammy Sosa's lawyer: Andy Pettitte retained a new lawyer for his upcoming appearance before a congressional committee and will be represented by Pittsburgh attorney Jay Reisinger. Reisinger represented Sammy Sosa when he testified before the same committee three years ago.
Clemens fires back on '60 Minutes': Roger Clemens might be willing to take a lie-detector test, was"shocked"close friend Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone and, in his first interview since the Mitchell Report, said -- again -- that he probably will retire.
NYT>Baseball: The seats in Washington could be painfully uncomfortable for Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte, two friends who had sharply contrasting reactions to the Mitchell report.
Clemens open to lie-detector test: In his first interview since the Mitchell Report, Roger Clemens said he was"shocked"Andy Pettitte used HGH.
Clemens fights back on '60 Minutes': Roger Clemens might be willing to take a lie-detector test, was "shocked'' close friend Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone and, in his first interview since the Mitchell Report, said - again - that he probably will retire.
Clemens denies using steroids: NEW YORK -- Roger Clemens might be willing to take a lie-detector test, was"shocked"close friend Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone and, in his first interview since the Mitchell Report, said -- again -- that he probably will retire.
Uncomfortable Scrutiny for Two Friends’Pitching Partnership: The seats in Washington could be painfully uncomfortable for Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte, two friends who had sharply contrasting reactions to the Mitchell report.
Clemens asked to testify to Congress: Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee have been asked to testify before the House Oversight Committee at a Jan. 16 hearing. Andy Pettitte, Chuck Knoblauch and former Mets clubhouse employee Brian Radomski have also been called to testify.
Congressional Panel Asks Clemens to Testify: Pitchers Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte are asked to testify before a congressional committee on Jan. 16, along with their former trainer, Brian McNamee.
MLB Notes: Clemens is asked to testify before Congress: Now Roger Clemens gets a chance to tell his side of the story under oath. So does his good pal Andy Pettitte. And their former trainer, Brian McNamee, too.
House panel asks Clemens, Pettitte to testify: A U.S. House committee has called major-league pitchers Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte to testify on Jan. 16 about the Mitchell Report on performance-enhancing drugs. Clemens' attorney said he is looking at his schedule to see if he can attend.
Clemens Asked to Testify to Congress: Now Roger Clemens gets a chance to tell his side of the story under oath. So does his good pal Andy Pettitte. And their former trainer, Brian McNamee, too. Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, was asked Friday to testify before a congressional committee looking into the Mitchell Report on doping in baseball, nearly three years after the same panel brought sluggers Mark McGwire, Sammy Sosa and Rafael Palmeiro to Capitol Hill.
Clemens posts video denial in effort to clear name:
Roger Clemens posted a video Sunday repeating his denials of the steroids use alleged against him in the Mitchell Report and plans to be interviewed for a future episode of60 Minutes.
The seven-time Cy Young Award winner was accused in the report of using steroids, an allegation made by his former trainer.In October last year, theLos Angeles Timesreported Clemens was linked to steroids in the May 2006 sworn statement of a federal agent who cited former big league pitcher Jason Grimsley. At the time, the names of players in the public version had been blacked out. When the full affidavit was unsealed Thursday, Clemens'name was not in it, and the paper issued a correction and an apology."I faced this last year when theLA Timesreported that I used steroids. I said it was not true then, and now the whole world knows it's not true, now that that's come out,"Clemens said in the video, which was posted Sunday onwww.rogerclemensonline.comand on You Tube.George Mitchell, a director of the Boston Red Sox and a former Senate majority leader, wrote in his report that former Toronto and New York Yankees strength coach Brian McNamee said he injected Clemens with steroids in 1998 while with the Blue Jays, and in 2000 and 2001 while with the Yankees. McNamee also claimed he injected Clemens with human growth hormone in 2000."I did not provide Brian McNamee with any drugs to inject into my body,"Clemens said."Brian McNamee did not inject steroids or human growth hormones into my body either when I played in Toronto for the Blue Jays or the New York Yankees. This report is simply not true."Baseball players and owners did not jointly ban steroids until September 2002. They did not ban HGH until January 2005.While Clemens has released a written and video statement since Mitchell issued his report on Dec. 13, he has not answered questions."After Christmas, I'm going to sit down with Mike Wallace of60 Minutes, and I'll do an interview, and he'll ask me a ton of questions on this subject, and I'll answer them right there in front of him, and we'll do all of this again,"Clemens said.CBS spokesman Kevin Tedesco said the interview is scheduled to air Jan. 6.Mitchell said McNamee, a former personal trainer to Clemens and Yankees and Houston Astros teammate Andy Pettitte, told him Pettitte had used HGH two-to-four times in 2002. Pettitte issued a statement Dec. 15 saying he used HGH twice in 2002.Jeter praises Pettitte: As the follow-up to last week's Mitchell Report continues, Derek Jeter praised Andy Pettitte's recent admission of performance-enhancing drug use, while cautioning against hurrying to a decision on allegations toward Roger Clemens.
Grimsley accuses Canseco, Dykstra of using steroids: Former major league pitcher Jason Grimsley accused nine players of using illegal performance-enhancing drugs in a 2006 affidavit unsealed Thursday, but document did not it did not contain the names of Roger Clemens or Andy Pettitte, as had been reported last year.
'Altar boy' Rose thinks 'roids soiled game: Pete Rose thinks players who use steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs are "making a mockery" of baseball.The career hits leader, banned by the sport for gambling, weighed in on the Mitchell Report in an interview with Dennis Miller that was slated to air Wednesday night on VERSUS. Roger Clemens, Miguel Tejada and Andy Pettitte were among the big stars implicated in last week's report by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell on performance-enhancing drugs in baseball.
A-Rod named Hitter of the Year: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher said two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
Baseball Roundup: Rivera Praises Pettitte for Admitting Drug Use: Mariano Rivera completed his three-year contract and supported Andy Pettitte for issuing a statement in which he admitted to using human growth hormone.
Fans: Mitchell Report's findings what we expected: Even though seven-time Cy Young Award winner Roger Clemens and premier players such as Miguel Tejada and Andy Pettitte were linked ...
Rivera, Yankees Finalize Deal: NEW YORK (AP) -- Mariano Rivera is backing Andy Pettitte....
After Finalizing Contract, Rivera Supports Pettitte: After completing his three-year, $45 million contract with the Yankees, Mariano Rivera says he is impressed with Andy Pettitte for admitting that he used HGH.
Berkman wants response from Clemens on drugs: Astros slugger Lance Berkman says former teammate Andy Pettitte's admission of using HGH puts the focus on Roger Clemens to make a "more detailed statement" following Clemens' mention in the commissioner's Mitchell Report.
Confess, impress: Mariano Rivera is backing Andy Pettitte.
MLB Wire Notes | Yanks'Rivera supports Pettitte: Mariano Rivera is backing Andy Pettitte. After completing his $45 million, three-year contract with the New York Yankees on Monday, Rivera...
Baseball Notes | Rivera lauds Pettitte’s admission: Mariano Rivera is backing Andy Pettitte.After finalizing his three-year, $45 million contract with the New York Yankees yesterday, the closer said he was impressed with Pettitte for admitting that he used human growth hormone after his name was included in the report by former Sen. George Mitchell.
Rivera, Yankees finalize $45M deal (AP):
New York Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera throws against the Cleveland Indians during Game 2 of an American League Division Series baseball game in this Oct. 5, 2007 file photo, in Cleveland. Rivera and the Yankees made it official Monday, Dec. 17, 2007, finalizing a $45 million, three-year contract that will keep the ace closer in pinstripes. " align="left" border="0">
Mariano Rivera is backing Andy Pettitte. After completing his $45 million, three-year contract with the New York Yankees on Monday, Rivera said he was impressed with Pettitte for admitting that he used human growth hormone after his name was included in the Mitchell Report. "The thing that I admire is that he came out and said he did it," Rivera said on a conference call.
Berkman wants details from Clemens after Mitchell: Astros slugger Lance Berkman says former teammate Andy Pettitte's admission of using HGH puts the focus on Roger Clemens to make a "more detailed statement" following Clemens' mention in the commissioner's Mitchell Report.
Stark: Pettitte no different than Pats' Harrison: Andy Pettitte and Rodney Harrison both admitted to using HGH. Two indistinguishable stories. Two very different reactions. Why is that, anyway?
Yankees' Pettitte says he used HGH: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher said two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
NYT > Baseball: A former police officer from Queens linked Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte to performance-enhancing drugs.
Pettitte Admits He Used H.G.H.‘for Two Days’: Andy Pettitte, who was implicated in a report on the use of drugs in baseball, apologized for“an error in judgment.”
Andy Pettitte admits using HGH during 2002 season: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher said two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions.
Pettitte Admits Using HGH During 2002: NEW YORK (AP) -- Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions, stressing he did it to heal faster and not enhance his performance. He emphasized he never used steroids....
Ex-Big Leaguer Recalls Clemens' Trainer: Following the release of the Mitchell Report, the name of Brian McNamee was thrust upon the baseball world. Already known in some of baseball's smaller circles, Mac has now become synonymous with Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and steroids....
Pettitte Admits to Using HGH Twice in 2002: Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte admits Saturday to using human growth hormone on two occasions to help speed recovery from injuries but says he never used steroids.
Pettitte admits using HGH: Andy Pettitte used it to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, he admitted 2 days after the Mitchell Report.{b} Cabrera denies using
Pettitte acknowledges that he took HGH twice: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
Pettitte Admits Using HGH During 2002: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions, stressing he did it to heal faster and not...
Justice: Admit it: Pettitte did right thing: Andy Pettitte, who admitted on Saturday that he briefly used human growth hormone when it was not banned by baseball, is about to find out how forgiving Americans are, columnist Richard Justice writes.
Pettitte says injury drove him to use HGH: Accused in the Mitchell Report of having used human growth hormone while playing for the New York Yankees, former Astros pitcher Andy Pettitte on Saturday admitted he took the drug to overcome an elbow injury in 2002.
MLB Notebook: Pettitte admits to HGH: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. ...
Yankees pitcher Pettitte admits using HGH: NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
Pettitte admits to use of HGH: Two days after Andy Pettitte was implicated for using human growth hormone in George J. Mitchell's report on the use of performance-enhancing...
Pettitte admits he used HGH:
Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees left-handed pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.
Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions, stressing he did it to heal faster and not enhance his performance. He emphasized he never used steroids."If what I did was an error in judgment on my part, I apologize,"Pettitte said Saturday in a statement released by his agent."I accept responsibility for those two days."On Thursday, Pettitte was among 85 players named by former Senate Majority Leader George Mitchell's investigation into steroids and performance-enhancing drugs.Pettitte asked the trainer he shared with Roger Clemens, Brian McNamee, to help him with HGH while on the disabled list early in the 2002 season, the report said. McNamee recalled injecting Pettitte two to four times, Mitchell said.BrieflyDodgers:Fulfilling one of its major off-season goals, Los Angeles agreed to terms with Japanese free-agent right-hander Hiroki Kuroda, 33, on a three-year, $35.2 million contract.Padres:Center fielder Jim Edmonds, 37, was traded by St. Louis to San Diego, which received $2 million in the deal and sent minor league third baseman David Freese to the Cardinals.Pettitte admits using HGH during 2002: Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher said two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report.Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions. "If what I did was an error in judgment on my part, I apologize," Pettitte said Saturday in a statement released by his agent. "I accept responsibility for those two days.
Pettitte admits briefly using HGH in '02 (AP):
New York Yankees starting pitcher Andy Pettitte, left, confers with pitching coach Mel Stottlemyre in the dugout during a baseball game against the Philadelphia Phillies after appearing in his first game since March 3 because of a strained left elbow in this March 25, 2002 file photo in Clearwater, Fla. Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher said two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. "If what I did was an error in judgment on my part, I apologize," Pettitte said Saturday, Dec. 15, 2007 in a statement released by his agent. "I accept responsibility for those two days." " align="left" border="0">
Andy Pettitte used human growth hormone to recover from an elbow injury in 2002, the New York Yankees pitcher admitted two days after he was cited in the Mitchell Report. Pettitte said he tried HGH on two occasions, stressing he did it to heal faster and not enhance his performance. He emphasized he never used steroids.
A Baseball Lover, Key to Tarnishing a Yankee Era: By linking Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte to the use of performance-enhancing drugs, Brian McNamee, a former police officer from Queens, delivered a rattling blow.
Clemens, Pettitte react to Report: Through his lawyer and his agent, Roger Clemens emphatically denied the allegations that he used performance-enhancing drugs that are illustrated in Sen. George Mitchell's report. Another former Astros pitcher, Andy Pettitte, also issued a statement through his agent.
MLB Drug Report Hits Clemens the Hardest: NEW YORK (AP) -- Page after page, Roger Clemens' name was all over the Mitchell Report. Count them, 82 times. Barry Bonds showed up more often. So did Jose Canseco. Andy Pettitte, Eric Gagne and Miguel Tejada also became part of baseball's most infamous lineup since the 1919 Black Sox scandal. But they didn't get the worst of it Thursday. That infamy belonged to Clemens, the greatest pitcher of his era. The Steroids Era....
Yankees Prominently Mentioned in Report: On the night of Oct. 26, 2000, the New York Yankees enjoyed the last moment of a dynasty that defined the 20th century in baseball. Their big-game left-hander from Louisiana, Andy Pettitte, threw seven stellar innings against the New York Mets. They turned to their left-handed specialist, Mike...
Sources: Report names Clemens: 7-time Cy Young winner Clemens, Andy Pettitte named.{p} Vote
Naming names: Prominent or not, it's not an honor roll:
Former Rangers
| Player | Pos. | 2007 team | Comment |
| Manny Alexander | IF | Out of baseball | Steroids found in his car's glove box. |
| Chad Allen | OF | Played in Japan | Says he used steroids to combat knee injury, and only in the off-season. |
| Kevin Brown | P | Out of baseball | Kirk Radomski said he sold HGH to Brown. |
| Ken Caminiti | 3B | Died in 2004 | Admitted using steroids during MVP season. |
| Jose Canseco | OF/DH | Out of baseball | His book, Juiced, helped fuel baseball's look into steroids. |
| Eric Gagné | P | Rangers/Red Sox | Radomski said he mailed HGH to Gagné while with Dodgers. |
| Juan Gonzalez | OF/DH | Out of baseball | Customs official found steroids in a bag with his luggage. |
| Jerry Hairston Jr. | IF/OF | Rangers | Radomski said he sold HGH to Hairston in'03 and'04. |
| Gary Matthews Jr. | OF | Angels | Reports link him to Internet drug sales; Chad Allen said he found syringes. |
| Rafael Palmeiro | 1B/DH | Out of baseball | First star to be suspended for steroids. |
| John Rocker | P | Out of baseball | Admitted HGH use after shoulder surgery. |
| David Segui | IF/OF | Out of baseball | Admitted buying steroids from Radomski and using HGH with prescription. |
| Mike Stanton | P | Reds | Radomski said he sold HGH to Stanton in 2003. |
| Ismael Valdez | P | Out of baseball | Had HGH shipped to Rangers ballpark in 2002 while with Seattle. |
| Randy Velarde | IF/DH | Out of baseball | Attorney admitted he used clear and cream in 2003. |
| Steve Woodard | P | Out of baseball | Received HGH in 2003. |
| Gregg Zaun | C/DH | Blue Jays | Radomski said he received a check from Zaun for steroids. |
| Player | Pos. | 2007 team | Comment |
| Rick Ankiel | P-OF | Cardinals | (New York) Daily News reported he received 8 shipments of HGH in 2004. |
| David Bell | 3B | Out of baseball | 12-year veteran linked to use of human chorionic gonadatropin ("HCG"). |
| Marvin Benard | OF | Out of baseball | Feds told by BALCO that he received performance-enhancing drugs. |
| Gary Bennett Jr. | C | Cardinals | Two kits of human growth hormone purchased in 2003. |
| Larry Bigbie | OF | Minor leagues | Three checks written for a variety of performance-enhancing substances. |
| Barry Bonds | OF | Giants | Home run king indicted on charges he lied about steroids use. |
| Paul Byrd | P | Indians | During 2007 ALCS, admitted taking HGH to medicate a"pituitary tumor." |
| Roger Clemens | P | Yankees | Ex-Yankees strength/conditioning coach says he injected him with Winstrol. |
| Jack Cust | OF | Athletics | Reportedly told teammate in 2003 that he had tried steroids. |
| Brendan Donnelly | P | Red Sox | Radomski recalled that he sold him Anavar, an anabolic steroid, in 2004. |
| Lenny Dykstra | OF | Out of baseball | Radomski says Dykstra admitted taking steroids. |
| Bobby Estalella | C | Out of baseball | Reportedly told a grand jury he used HGH and undetectable drugs. |
| Ryan Franklin | P | Cardinals | Suspended 10 days in August 2005 for violating the steroids policy. |
| Jason Giambi | 1B-DH | Yankees | 2000 AL MVP appeared to admit using steroids in a USA Today report. |
| Jeremy Giambi | OF-1B | Out of baseball | On a couple of occasions, he's admitted using steroids. |
| Jay Gibbons | OF | Orioles | Suspended for first 15 days of 2008 season; says he was prescribed HGH. |
| Troy Glaus | 3B | Blue Jays | SI.com reported he received steroids between September 2003 and May 2004. |
| Jason Grimsley | P | Out of baseball | Admitted he used HGH, steroids and amphetamines. |
| Jose Guillen | OF | Mariners | Suspended for first 15 days season for violating MLB's drug agreement. |
| Darren Holmes | P | Out of baseball | Said he received HGH and testosterone from Palm Beach Rejuvenation. |
| Wally Joyner | 1B | Out of baseball | Said he quit steroids after taking the drug three times. |
| David Justice | OF | Out of baseball | Reportedly paid for 2 or 3 kits of HGH after 2000 World Series. |
| Chuck Knoblauch | IF | Out of baseball | Ex-Yankees strength coach says he injected him 7 to 9 times with HGH. |
| Paul Lo Duca | C | Mets | HGH reportedly sent to his house, Dodgers'clubhouse. |
| Andy Pettitte | P | Yankees | Ex-Yankees strength/conditioning coach recalled injecting him in 2002 with HGH. |
| Armando Rios | OF | Out of baseball | Reportedly told a federal agent that he purchased HGH and testosterone. |
| Brian Roberts | 2B | Orioles | Federal agent's affidavit says he used performance-enhancing drugs. |
| Benito Santiago | C | Out of baseball | Reportedly told BALCO grand jury he got HGH and steroids from Bonds'trainer. |
| Scott Schoeneweis | P | Mets | Reportedly received six shipments of steroids in 2003 and 2004. |
| Gary Sheffield | OF | Tigers | Said he took the"clear"and the"cream,"but didn't know they were steroids. |
| Miguel Tejada | SS | Orioles | Reportedly sought steroids from teammate. |
| Mo Vaughn | 1B | Out of baseball | Big slugger said in 2003 that he used supplements that contained ephedra. |
| Matt Williams | 3B | Out of baseball | Bought $11,600 worth of growth hormone, steroids and other drugs in 2002. |
Clemens among names in Mitchell Report (AP):
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Page after page, Roger Clemens' name was all over the Mitchell Report. Count them, 82 times. Barry Bonds showed up more often. So did Jose Canseco. Andy Pettitte, Eric Gagne and Miguel Tejada also became part of baseball's most infamous lineup since the 1919 Black Sox scandal. But they didn't get the worst of it Thursday.
Clemens, Pettitte, Tejada named in Report: Roger Clemens, Miguel Tejada and Andy Pettitte were named in the long-awaited Mitchell Report on Thursday, an All-Star roster linked to steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs. So what did we learn and what lies ahead? SI.com's Tom Verducci's explains the nuts and bolts of the report.
Pettitte makes return official: In the final days Andy Pettitte needed to decide he would pitch again in 2008, the Yankees weren't exactly executing a full-court press. They never needed to.
Pettitte, Yankees agree to $16 million contract: Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed Wednesday to a $16 million, one-year contract.
Pettitte: Yankees Don't Need Santana: Andy Pettitte thinks the New York Yankees would do just fine without Johan Santana or Dan Haren. "If you add one of those guys, that would be great. I mean, they both have unbelievable arms and they're unbelievable pitchers," Pettitte said Wednesday. "...
Pettitte finalizes $16 million deal with Yankees: NEW YORK— Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed Wednesday to a $16 million, one-year contract. The move was a formality after the 35-year-old lefthander from Deer Park decided to pitch for the Yankees rather than retire, then accepted the team's offer of salary arbitration.
Pettitte agrees to $16M deal with Yankees: Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees agreed Wednesday to a $16 million, one-year contract.
Pettitte says Yankees don't need Santana, Haren: Andy Pettitte and the Yankees agreed Wednesday to a $16 million, one-year contract
Yankees, LHP Pettitte agree to $16M deal (AP):
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Andy Pettitte thinks the New York Yankees would do just fine without Johan Santana or Dan Haren. "If you add one of those guys, that would be great. I mean, they both have unbelievable arms and they're unbelievable pitchers," Pettitte said Wednesday. "But to say that we need that to be successful, that's going to be hard for me to sit there and say, because I think that we have the talent to be able...
Notes: Red Sox Nation drives tickets: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the Yankees on Friday, accepting the club's offer of salary arbitration.
Retired slugger Castilla heating up in Mexico: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the Yankees on Friday, accepting the club's offer of salary arbitration.
Three accept arbitration: Andy Pettitte, Michael Barrett and Mark Loretta were the only players to accept arbitration among the 17 offered arbitration by their former clubs last Saturday.
Pettitte accepts arbitration: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the Yankees on Friday, accepting the club's offer of salary arbitration.
Pettitte stays a Yankee by accepting arbitration: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the New York Yankees on Friday night when he accepted the team's offer of salary arbitration.
Yankees' Pettitte accepts arbitration: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the New York Yankees on Friday night when he accepted the team's offer of salary arbitration.Catcher Michael Barrett returned to the San Diego Padres when he accepted his club's offer and infielder Mark Loretta went back to the Houston Astros. They were the only players to accept among the 17 offered arbitration by their former clubs last Saturday.
Roundup: Pettitte takes arbitration; Gagne rejects: Andy Pettitte formally returned to the New York Yankees on Friday night when he accepted the team's offer of salary arbitration.
Pettitte, 2 others accept arbitration (AP): Andy Pettitte formally returned to the New York Yankees on Friday night when he accepted the team's offer of salary arbitration. Catcher Michael Barrett returned to the San Diego Padres when he accepted his club's offer and infielder Mark Loretta went back to the Houston Astros. They were the only players to accept among the 17 offered arbitration by their former clubs last Saturday.
Pettitte to Return to the Yankees: Andy Pettitte’s decision to return bolsters the Yankees’rotation and lessens the need to acquire Johan Santana.
Retirement far from Pettitte's mind: Andy Pettitte scrapped his thoughts of retirement, but he came up with a new question. Now he's wondering if there might be another decade in his left arm.
New favorites?: Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement.
Pettitte decides to pitch for Yankees at least in '08: Andy Pettitte, who had considered retirement after the 2007 season ended, will return in 2008 to pitch for the Yankees.
Pettitte to pitch for Yankees in '08: Andy Pettitte will put off retirement and return to pitch for the Yankees during the 2008 season.
Pettitte to return with Yankees in '08: Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement. Pettitte's agent, Randy Hendricks, said Monday that the 35-year-old left-hander had started telling teammates on Sunday. Hendricks then informed Yankees general manager Brian Cashman of the news.
Pettitte to Pitch for Yankees in 2008: NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement. Pettitte's agent, Randy Hendricks, said Monday that the 35-year-old left-hander had started telling teammates on Sunday. Hendricks then informed Yankees general manager Brian Cashman of the news....
Baseball notes: Pettitte decides to rejoin Yankees: Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement. Agent Randy Hendricks said Monday that the 35-year-old lefthander had started telling teammates Sunday. Hendricks then informed Yankees GM Brian Cashman of the news. Hendricks said New York shortstop Derek Jeter and catcher Jorge Posada had lobbied Pettitte to return, and the pitcher consulted his wife. "Players such as Jeter and Posada told him how much they needed him back, as did Brian Cashman and [manager] Joe Girardi," Hendricks said. Pettitte had declined a
Andy Pettitte to play for Yankees in '08: Andy Pettitte, who contemplated retirement this winter, has told his good friends, a few former Astros teammates and some current Yankees teammates that he will return to the Bronx for the 2008 season.
MLB Notebook: Pettitte returning to Yankees for 2008: Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement. ...
Pettitte will return to Yankees in 2008: NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement.
Pettitte picks Yankees over retirement: Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement.
Pettitte not retiring, will pitch for Yankees in 2008: Andy Pettitte, who had considered retirement after the 2007 season ended, will return in 2008 to pitch for the Yankees.
Pettitte to return to Yankees in 2008 (AP):
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Andy Pettitte decided to pitch for the New York Yankees in 2008 and put off retirement. Pettitte's agent, Randy Hendricks, said Monday that the 35-year-old left-hander had started telling teammates on Sunday. Hendricks then informed Yankees general manager Brian Cashman of the news. Hendricks said Yankees captain Derek Jeter and catcher Jorge Posada had lobbied Pettitte to return, and the pitcher...
Pettitte tells Yanks he'll return next season: Andy Pettitte has told the Yankees he will return to pitch in 2008, SI.com has confirmed.
Yankees offer arbitration to four: Andy Pettitte and Luis Vizcaino were offered salary arbitration by the Yankees on Saturday, as well as two players who are nearing new agreements with the club: Alex Rodriguez and Mariano Rivera.
D-backs to offer Hernandez arbitration: The Yankees can still offer arbitration to two compensation-eligible free agents -- left-hander Andy Pettitte, a Type A free agent who has already stated that he will not sign with another club, and right-handed reliever Luis Vizcaino, a Type B free agent.
NYT>Baseball: As the Yankees try to obtain Johan Santana from the Minnesota Twins, they are hoping that left-handed pitcher Andy Pettitte decides to return.
Notes: Yanks mull arbitration options: The Yankees can still offer arbitration to two compensation-eligible free agents -- left-hander Andy Pettitte, a Type A free agent who has already stated that he will not sign with another club, and right-handed reliever Luis Vizcaino, a Type B free agent.
It’s Not About Money in Pettitte Wait: As the Yankees try to obtain Johan Santana from the Minnesota Twins, they are hoping that left-handed pitcher Andy Pettitte decides to return.
Posada says Yanks need Santana: NEW YORK The way Jorge Posada sees it, the New York Yankees must add an ace to their rotation. That's why he wants Johan Santana pitching in pinstripes next year. "We need a No. 1," Posada said Thursday after the All-Star catcher finalized his new contract with the Yankees. "I would love to have him." New York is involved in trade talks with the Minnesota Twins about their two-time Cy Young Award winner, who can become a free agent after next season. Posada thinks it might be crucial to land Santana or another top starter because he's not sure buddy Andy Pettitte will return to the Yan
Notes: Pettitte watch begins: If Joe Girardi's reasoning is correct, Andy Pettitte may be getting to a point where the baseball bug is biting, where thoughts of retirement can be put off for one more World Series pursuit.
BASEBALL: Pettitte's decision next up for Yankees: Andy Pettitte has become the next offseason focus for the New York Yankees, now that Alex Rodriguez, Mariano Rivera and Jorge Posada have decided to return to the Bronx. Pettitte declined his $16 million option, saying he needed more time to decide whether he wanted to retire or return for a 14th major league season.
Pettitte officially files for free agency: Andy Pettitte officially filed for free agency on Monday, completing a paperwork formality as the left-hander decides between pitching or retirement.
Schilling inks one-year deal: Unsure if he wants to pitch again, Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option for next season on Monday, while leaving open the possibility that he could return to the Yankees at a later date.
Pettitte mulls future, declines option with Yankees: Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option with the New York Yankees, still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season. The 35-year-old left-hander went 15-9 with a 4.05 ERA for the Yankees this year, including 11-3 after the All-Star break.
Yanks' Pettitte declines option for '08: Unsure if he wants to pitch again, Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option for next season on Monday, while leaving open the possibility that he could return to the Yankees at a later date.
Pettitte Is Electing to Pause: Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option with the Yankees, but was still uncertain if he wanted to pitch next season.
Pitchers in News at Annual GM Meeting: ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Greg Maddux, Andy Pettitte and Curt Schilling were the names in the news on the first day of the annual general managers' meetings....
Pettite drops Yanks option; Torre greets media in L.A.: Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option with the New York Yankees, still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season. "I have spoken with Brian Cashman, who has reiterated what Hank Steinbrenner said about the Yankees wanting to give Andy all the time he needs to decide about next season," Pettitte's agent, Randy Hendricks, said Monday in an e-mail to the Associated Press. "Accordingly, we are declining to exercise the option for 2008 and Andy will declare free agency in order to free up a roster spot for the Yankees. "If Andy decides to play, I am confi
Pettitte declines $16 million option with Yankees: Still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season Andy Pettitte will declare free agency instead of exercising his contract option with New York.
Pettitte declines option with Yankees: ORLANDO, Fla. -- Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option with the New York Yankees, still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season.
For now, Pettitte says no:
Andy Pettitte declined his $16 million option to return to the New York Yankees, still uncertain whether he wants to pitch next season.
"I have spoken with Brian Cashman, who has reiterated what Hank Steinbrenner said about the Yankees wanting to give Andy all the time he needs to decide about next season,"Pettitte's agent, Randy Hendricks, said in an e-mail to The Associated Press."Accordingly, we are declining to exercise the option for 2008 and Andy will declare free agency in order to free up a roster spot."If Andy decides to play, I am confident we can reach an agreement with the Yankees within 24 hours. The only options, as Andy has stated, are the Yankees or retirement."Maddux still a PadreGreg Maddux (14-11, 4.14 ERA) will be back as the San Diego Padres'No. 3 starter next season after agreeing to a $10 million, one-year contract. Maddux, who turns 42 on April 14, had a player option for $8.75 million. The new deal contains award bonuses, a no-trade clause and a suite on road trips, a person familiar with the contract said, speaking on condition of anonymity because the Padres had not yet announced the agreement.Torre happyJoe Torre was front and center for his introduction as Los Angeles'new manager less than three weeks after walking away from the New York Yankees. Scully delivered the opening remarks for an event held in center field to accommodate the overload of media."The Dodgers were always special and I certainly expect... will always be special,"Torre said."I get choked up."Torre said that former Yankee coaches Don Mattingly and Larry Bowa will coach.BrieflyPirates:It's official, John Russell is the manger of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Russell was hired to succeed Jim Tracy as Pittsburgh's manager after going 55-88 managing Triple A Ottawa last season."I know the system we have will work,"said Russell, 46, who was fired as the Pirates third-base coach two years ago."Two years ago was two years ago. It's a different time."Astros:Houston has selected Felix Francisco their director of Latin American scouting.Red Sox:Curt Schilling and Boston are making progress toward a new contract. While the sides have not yet reached an agreement, it is possible an agreement could be reached soon, said a person familiar with the talks who wanted to remain anonymous.Pettitte's '08 with Yankees or no one: Andy Pettitte has already come to one important decision this offseason. The left-hander will either pitch for the Yankees in 2008, or he will not pitch at all.
Little quits; Torre may be bound for Dodgers:
Grady Little resigned as manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday, paving the way for Joe Torre to take the job.
The 57-year-old Little leaves with one year remaining on his contract plus a club option for 2009. Team owner Frank McCourt said on the season's final day that Little would return next year, but recently several news outlets reported the Dodgers were speaking with Torre about their managerial job."I've got my own personal reasons,"Little said."It was a mutual resignation."The 67-year-old Torre managed the New York Yankees to four World Series championships and 12 playoff appearances. TheNew York Postreported on its Web site that Torre has agreed in principle to a 3-year, $14.5 million deal.Girardi joins YankeesJoe Girardi is back in pinstripes, taking over as New York Yankees manager, agreeing to a three-year contract."I can't be Joe Torre, because I'm made up different,"Girardi said.Schilling says goodbyeRed Sox pitcher Curt Schilling wrote goodbye letters to some of his teammates and rode in the parade celebrating the team's second World Series title in four years, and filed for free agency on his first full day back in Boston.Schilling, 40, was a key part of both of Boston's World Series championship teams.BrieflyRangers:Outfielder Sammy Sosa and utility player Jerry Hairston Jr. filed for free agency. Sosa hit .252 for the Rangers this season with 21 homers and 92 RBI. Hairston was bothered by nagging injuries and hit just .189 in 159 at-bats.Suspension:Journeyman pitcher Luther Hackman, who spent two weeks with the Rangers'Triple A affiliate in August and September, has been suspended for 50 games for violating the Minor League Drug Prevention and Treatment Program.Astros:Houston re-signed catcher Brad Ausmus to a $2 million, one-year contract. Ausmus hit .235 with three home runs and 25 RBI.Brewers:Geoff Jenkins'$9 million option was declined by Milwaukee, making the left fielder eligible for free agency.Royals:Kansas City declined a $9 million option on pitcher Odalis Perez, and pitcher David Riske turned down his $2.9 million player option. DH Mike Sweeney said he will file for free agency.Yankees:Pitcher Andy Pettitte isn't ready to say whether he will exercise his option to play for New York, but said if he doesn't play for the Yankees he won't play for anyone.Respect for these elders: The market for over-40 pitchers will likely be enticing for teams looking to add the final piece to the rotation this offseason. After all, there will be no top-of-the-rotation starters available (short of Andy Pettitte leaving the Yankees), unless you consider Carlos Silva or Kyle Lohse of that ilk (and if you do, you probably won't be employed as a ...
Yankees spoil Pettitte's gutsy effort: As he did throughout his gutsy performance against the Indians, Andy Pettitte was able to wiggle out of an intimidating sixth-inning jam, but it wasn't enough as the Yankees lost, 2-1, in 11 innings.
Yanks need answers in a hurry: The Yankees got just what they needed on Friday night -- a stellar performance from starter Andy Pettitte. Unfortunately, they generated only three hits -- eight in the two games at Jacobs Field against Indians pitching.
Game of the Day | Yankees stay in holding pattern: The New York Yankees took a day off Monday. At least, that's how it looked. The Yankees'drive for a playoff spot paused, with Andy Pettitte...
Pettitte gets 200, Yanks close in on Sox: Andy Pettitte stayed strong into the eighth inning to log his 200th career win and help the Yankees get a series sweep of the O's, securing a 2-1 win and moving within 1 1/2 of Boston.
Pettitte pitches his way into history: Andy Pettitte joined teammates Roger Clemens and Mike Mussina in the history books, becoming the 110th pitcher to win 200 games, and the first since John Smoltz did so earlier this year.
Yankees 2, Orioles 1: Pettitte’s 200th Win Is Twice as Nice: By holding the Orioles to a run and seven hits, Andy Pettitte helped the Yankees gain ground in two races.
Yankees trim Orioles, stand 1 1/2 back of Red Sox: Andy Pettitte earned his 200th win, Mariano Rivera escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth and the New York Yankees edged the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep that pulled them to 1 1/2 games of first-place Boston.
AL: Pettitte's 200th win pulls Yankees closer: Andy Pettitte earned his 200th win, Mariano Rivera escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth, and the New York Yankees edged the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 and pulled within 1 1/2 games of first-place Boston.
Pettitte wins 200th as Yankees trim Red Sox lead to 1½ games: Andy Pettitte earned his 200th win, Mariano Rivera escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth and the New York Yankees edged the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep that pulled them within 1½ games of first-place Boston.
Game of the Day | Yanks keep coming: Andy Pettitte got a milestone ball from Mariano Rivera and the lineup card from manager Joe Torre. The New York Yankees got another step...
Pettitte earns 200th win as Yanks tighten East race: The New York Yankees had a couple of reasons to celebrate.Andy Pettitte earned his 200th win and the Yankees edged the visiting Baltimore Orioles, 2-1, last night to complete a three-game sweep that pulled them within 1 1/2 games of first-place Boston.
Pettitte wins 200th to complete O's sweep: Andy Pettitte earned his 200th win, Mariano Rivera escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth and the New York Yankees edged the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep that pulled them within 1 1/2 games of first-place Boston.Hideki Matsui hit a solo homer and Doug Mientkiewicz scored on a wild pitch for New York, which has won 12 of 14. The Yankees (88-64), a season-high 24 games over .
Pettitte, Yanks pull within 1 1-2 of 1st (AP):
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Andy Pettitte got a milestone ball from Mariano Rivera and the lineup card from manager Joe Torre. The New York Yankees got another step closer to the top of the AL East. Pettitte earned his 200th win, Rivera escaped a bases-loaded jam in the ninth inning and the Yankees edged the Baltimore Orioles 2-1 Wednesday night to complete a three-game sweep that pulled them within 1 1/2 games of first-place...
Dice-K seeks quick turnaround: Birthday or not, there would be no better time for Daisuke Matsuzaka's true coming of age to begin taking place than Friday night at Fenway, where he opens a three-game showdown against Andy Pettitte and the red-hot Yankees.
A-Rod's two homers carry Yankees: Alex Rodriguez had another historic night, Andy Pettitte tossed 6 1/3 solid innings and the Yankees awoke for seven runs in the sixth inning of an 11-5 victory over the Royals on Saturday night at Kauffman Stadium.
Pettitte wins sixth straight as Yankees dump Red Sox: Johnny Damon hit a tiebreaking homer against his former team and Andy Pettitte won his sixth straight start, halting another ...
Damon, Pettitte Lead Yanks Over Red Sox: NEW YORK (AP) -- Johnny Damon hit a tiebreaking homer against his former team and Andy Pettitte won his sixth straight start, halting another Yankees slide in New York's 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night....
Damon, Pettitte lead Yanks over Red Sox: Johnny Damon hit a tiebreaking homer against his former team and Andy Pettitte won his sixth straight start, halting another Yankees slide in New York's 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night.
AROUND THE AL: Damon's homer lifts Yanks by Bosox: NEW YORK— Johnny Damon hit a tiebreaking homer in the seventh against his former team and Andy Pettitte won his sixth straight start, halting another Yankees slide in New York's 5-3 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night. Derek Jeter also homered and Jorge Posada hit an RBI double for the Yankees, who took the opener of a three-game series.
Pettitte, Yankees Beat Angels 8-2: ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) -- Andy Pettitte won his fifth consecutive start and the New York Yankees salvaged the finale of their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with an 8-2 victory Wednesday night....
Pettitte, Yanks avoid sweep: Andy Pettitte won his fifth consecutive start and the New York Yankees salvaged the finale of their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with an 8-2 victory night in Anaheim, Calif....
Yanks' Pettitte wins fifth straight: Andy Pettitte won his fifth consecutive start and the New York Yankees salvaged the finale of their three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with an 8-2 victory Wednesday night.Pettitte (11-7) allowed five hits in seven sharp innings, coming to the rescue for the Yankees yet again. He struck out six and walked two in a dominant performance, one night after the Angels roughed up New York's pitching staff for an 18-9 rout in their highest-scoring game ever against the Yankees.
Pettitte helps Yanks avoid sweep in LA (AP):
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With a boost from Andy Pettitte, Joe Torre climbed another spot on the New York Yankees' wins list. Pettitte won his fifth consecutive start and New York salvaged the finale of its three-game series against the Los Angeles Angels with an 8-2 victory Wednesday night. The win was Torre's 1,150th as manager of the Yankees, giving him sole possession of second place on the franchise chart behind Joe...
Giambi, Pettitte take Yanks past Tigers: Jason Giambi homered twice and Andy Pettitte hurled eight solid innings to help the Yankees snap their three-game losing streak.
Justice enshrined in Braves' Hall: Jason Giambi homered twice and Andy Pettitte hurled eight solid innings to help the Yankees snap their three-game losing streak.
Notes: Maybin takes nothing for granted: If Cameron Maybin was nervous about making his Major League debut under the lights at Yankee Stadium, taking his cuts against Andy Pettitte, he wasn't showing it Friday afternoon.
Yankees 6, Tigers 1: Like Old Times: Pettitte Rights Yanks: Andy Pettitte worked eight innings, allowing one run and five hits to give the Yankees their first victory in four games.
Pettitte, Giambi lead Yankees over Tigers: Andy Pettitte pitched eight fantastic innings to win his fourth straight start and Jason Giambi homered twice, helping the New York Yankees get back on track with a 6-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night. Andy Phillips hit a two-run double and Alex Rodriguez had an RBI double for the Yankees, who had lost three straight after winning nine of 10.
Pettitte, Yanks top Twins: NEW YORK— Andy Pettitte pitched eight fantastic innings to win his fourth straight start and Jason Giambi homered twice, helping the New York Yankees get back on track with a 6-1 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Friday night.
NYT > Baseball: Andy Pettitte worked eight innings, allowing one run and five hits to give the Yankees their first victory in four games.
Pettitte stifles Tigers, Giambi has 2 HR (AP):
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Andy Pettitte tossed a gem, Jason Giambi provided the power and the New York Yankees got back on track with an efficient win over Detroit. Pettitte pitched eight fantastic innings to win his fourth straight start and Giambi homered twice, sending New York to a 6-1 victory over the Tigers on Friday night.
Yankees 5, Indians 3: With Their Confidence Showing, the Yankees Complete a Sweep: Andy Pettitte worked seven and a third innings for the win, getting home runs from Jason Giambi and Melky Cabrera to lead the Yankees to their 11th victory in 13 games.
AL: Yanks, Tigers, Angels win: Talk about your pushy New Yorkers. Strutting into Jacobs Field for the weekend, the Yankees made themselves right at home. They bullied the Cleveland Indians before leaving with three wins and the same confidence that has made them champions many times before. "I feel like we're the team," Andy Pettitte said.
Pettitte sharp as surging Yankees beat Indians: Andy Pettitte didn't have much trouble with Cleveland's lame lineup and Jason Giambi homered for the second straight day as the Yankees beat the Indians 5-3 to complete a series, and season, sweep on Sunday.
AL | Yankees win; Red Sox fall: CLEVELAND - Andy Pettitte didn't have much trouble with Cleveland's lame lineup and Jason Giambi homered for the second straight day as the New York Yankees beat the Indians, 5-3, to complete a series - and season - sweep yesterday.
Yanks continue domination of Tribe: Andy Pettitte didn't have much trouble with Cleveland's lame lineup and Jason Giambi homered for the second straight day as the New York Yankees beat the Indians 5-3 to complete a series - and season - sweep on Sunday.Pettitte (9-7) carried a shutout into the seventh and allowed seven singles in 7 1-3 innings.
Pettitte, Giambi help Yanks sweep Tribe (AP):
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Talk about your pushy New Yorkers. Strutting into Jacobs Field for the weekend, the Yankees made themselves right at home. They bullied the Cleveland Indians before leaving with three wins and the same confidence that has made them champions many times before. "I feel like we're the team," Andy Pettitte said.
Some gas for Yankees' tank: The Yankees' fate this season still rests in the hands of Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte, Alex Rodriguez, and Derek Jeter, but 21-year-old fireballer Joba Chamberlain, the centerpiece of a revamped New York bullpen, is also a member of that group.
BASEBALL NOTEBOOK: Pettitte confident Yankees can rally: THREE years ago, Andy Pettitte was the lone voice of optimism in the Astros' clubhouse. As the first of three seasons with his hometown team moved into its penultimate month, he urged teammates to keep grinding even though their chances for the postseason appeared dead.
Monday's baseball roundup: al roundup tigers end five-game losing streak • DETROIT 6, TAMPA BAY 4: Ryan Raburn hit a tiebreaking single in a four-run seventh, and the Tigers rallied to beat the visiting Devil Rays and end their longest losing streak of the season. The defending AL champions had lost five in a row and 12 of 15 since they had baseball's best record on July 21. • NEW YORK 5, TORONTO 4: Robinson Cano hit a go-ahead, two-run double in a four-run sixth inning, Andy Pettitte won consecutive starts for the first time this season, and the visiting Yankees beat the Blue Ja
Yanks' fourth in a row a bit testy: TORONTO - Jesse Litsch's first pitch of the second inning went behind Alex Rodriguez's legs, an apparent message. The Yankees responded with some hard play -- and another victory. Robinson Cano hit a go-ahead, two-run double in a four-run sixth inning, Andy Pettitte won consecutive starts for the first time this season, and the Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Monday, extending their winning streak to four. Yankees manager Joe Torre and some New York players moved to the top step of the dugout after the pitch to Rodriguez, who stared back at plate umpire Mark Carlson and later worke
Yankees beat Jays, run win streak to 4 (AP):
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Jesse Litsch's first pitch of the second inning went behind Alex Rodriguez's legs, an apparent message. The Yankees responded with some hard play -- and another win. Robinson Cano hit a go-ahead, two-run double in a four-run sixth inning, Andy Pettitte won consecutive starts for the first time this season and the Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays 5-4 on Monday to extend their winning streak to...
Yanks shake funk, injuries and rejoin playoff chase: Pitcher Andy Pettitte says his return to the New York Yankees this season hasn't been like old times: Injuries, inconsistent ...
DAILY LETTER: No loss on Pettitte, Clemens: One of the few satisfactions of this baseball season is checking the Yankees' box scores and noting that Roger Clemens and Andy Pettitte are both below .500. Let's hope that Clemens (3-5) and Pettitte (6-7) are enjoying the money. Oh wait, it wasn't about the money, was it? Then let's hope they're enjoying the warmth and affection of the New York fans.
In Victory, Something Still Missing for Pettitte: Andy Pettitte had his best start of July Thursday, but said after the game that his command was shaky, he lacked rhythm and he still felt out of sync.
A-Rod, Jeter homer as Yankees drop Devil Rays: Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Bobby Abreu homered to back the pitching of Andy Pettitte and lead the New York Yankees to a 7-3 victory over the struggling Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Thursday night.
A-Rod, Jeter homer in fourth, Yanks beat D-Rays 7-3: Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Bobby Abreu homered to back the pitching of Andy Pettitte and lead the New York Yankees to a ...
A-Rod Belts His 31st As Yanks Top D-Rays: ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Bobby Abreu homered to back the pitching of Andy Pettitte and lead the New York Yankees to a 7-3 victory over the struggling Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Thursday night....
A-Rod, Jeter go back-to-back in Yanks' win: Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Bobby Abreu homered to back the pitching of Andy Pettitte and lead the New York Yankees to a 7-3 victory over the struggling Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Thursday night.With Yankees owner George Steinbrenner watching from his suite at Tropicana Field, Rodriguez hit his major league-leading 31st homer five pitches after Jeter hit his first in nearly a month.
A-Rod, Jeter, Abreu homers lift Yankees (AP):
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Alex Rodriguez, Derek Jeter and Bobby Abreu homered to back the pitching of Andy Pettitte and lead the New York Yankees to a 7-3 victory over the struggling Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Thursday night. With Yankees owner George Steinbrenner watching from his suite at Tropicana Field, Rodriguez hit his major league-leading 31st homer five pitches after Jeter hit his first in nearly a month.
Clemens remains showstopper: At the age of 44 and making a belated start to his 24th major league season, Roger Clemens is the No. 4 starter in the Yankees rotation behind Chien-Ming Wang, Andy Pettitte and Mike Mussina.
Surging Yankees Extend Win Streak to 9: Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two more runs, Pettitte breezed for...
Yanks capture ninth straight: On Thursday, Andy Pettitte tossed eight strong innings as the Yankees won their season-high ninth game with a 7-1 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Surging Yanks extend win streak to nine: Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two more runs, Pettitte breezed for eight innings and the Yankees won their ninth straight game, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 Thursday.
Pettitte keeps Yanks on a roll: NEW YORK - Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yes, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two runs, Pettitte breezed for eight innings and the Yankees won their ninth consecutive game, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 Thursday. "It's fun right now to come to the ballpark and do this," Pettitte said. Playing with a fresh bounce in their step, the Yankees finished off another sweep -- they brushed aside Pittsburgh last weekend -- and extended their lon
Yanks win is routine: Sweep to ninth straight victory: NEW YORK - Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work.Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York...
Yankees win ninth straight: NEW YORK - Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work.Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York...
Pettitte leads Yankees to 9th win in row: Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two more runs, Pettitte breezed for eight innings and the Yankees won their ninth straight game, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 Thursday.
Yankees stoked over streak: NEW YORK -- Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work.
Yankees keep on rolling: Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees.
Pettitte goes 8 strong, Yanks win ninth straight: Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work.Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two more runs, Pettitte breezed for eight innings and the Yankees won their ninth straight game, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 Thursday.
Yankees run winning streak to nine games (AP):
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Joe Torre found his new lucky spot in the dugout, then watched Alex Rodriguez, Andy Pettitte and the rest of the team go to work. Yep, things are falling into place nicely for the New York Yankees. Rodriguez drove in two more runs, Pettitte breezed for eight innings and the Yankees won their ninth straight game, beating the Arizona Diamondbacks 7-1 Thursday.
Yanks extend streak to four: Andy Pettitte pitched eight solid innings, Mariano Rivera handled the late innings flawlessly and Derek Jeter came up with the game-winning hit as the Yankees defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates in 10 innings Friday, 5-4.
Yanks win fourth in row, top Bucs in 10 (AP):
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On the eve of Roger Clemens' return, the Yankees pulled out a victory reminiscent of their powerhouse days during the Rocket's first tour in pinstripes. Andy Pettitte and Mariano Rivera supplied the pitching, Derek Jeter hit a game-winning infield single in the 10th inning and New York overcame a huge defensive mistake to rally past the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-4 Friday night and extend a winning...
Notes: Pettitte feeling much better: A jabbing sensation in Andy Pettitte's back set in during his third inning of work Sunday at Fenway Park, prompting the left-hander to stall for time by straightening out his socks and doing some on-field stretching.
Yankees Notebook: For Once, News Is Good for Ailing Pitchers: The Yankees are optimistic that Andy Pettitte and Roger Clemens will start the first two games of this weekend’s home series against the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Yankees' Pettitte's back feeling better (AP): Andy Pettitte was feeling better Monday and plans to make his next scheduled start for the New York Yankees after leaving Sunday's game against the Boston Red Sox with a stiff lower back. Pettitte is scheduled to throw in the bullpen Wednesday and start Friday against Pittsburgh. "I was concerned because I've been feeling so good, you don't want to have anything causing you any kind of discomfort...
Blue Jays 3, Yankees 2: Yankees Find a New Way to Lose: The Yankees came back to tie the score in the top of the eighth inning, but lost the lead again in the bottom of the eighth, wasting another strong start by Andy Pettitte.
AL: Blue Jays steal one from Yanks: It's gotten so bad for the New York Yankees that opponents are stealing home on them.Aaron Hill slid in safely ahead of Andy Pettitte's throw in the seventh inning and Alex Rios had a go-ahead...
AL: Jays, Rangers, Tigers win: TORONTO— It has gotten so bad for the New York Yankees that opponents are stealing home on them. Aaron Hill slid in safely ahead of Andy Pettitte's throw in the seventh and Alex Rios had a go-ahead sacrifice fly to help the Toronto Blue Jays beat New York 3-2 on Tuesday night.
Yankees drop fifth straight, 3-2 to Jays (AP):
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It's gotten so bad for the New York Yankees that opponents are stealing home on them. Aaron Hill slid in safely ahead of Andy Pettitte's throw in the seventh and Alex Rios had a go-ahead sacrifice fly to help the Toronto Blue Jays beat New York 3-2 Tuesday night. "It seems like we're losing every way possible and tonight was no different," Johnny Damon said.
Clemens likely to start for Yanks Monday (AP):
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Roger Clemens is ready to return to the New York Yankees' rotation and likely will start at the Chicago White Sox next Monday. Clemens pitched six shutout innings for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Monday. Yankees manager Joe Torre said before Tuesday's game against Toronto that he'll stay with Chien-Ming Wang, Mike Mussina and Andy Pettitte as his starters for this weekend's series at AL...
Pointed views from the Boss: NEW YORK - George Steinbrenner says Yankees manager Joe Torre is safe for now, General Manager Brian Cashman "is on a big hook" and Jason Giambi "should have kept his mouth shut." In a rare interview, the Boss praised Roger Clemens, Andy Pettitte and Derek Jeter and said he was encouraged by New York's performance this week in taking two out of three games from AL East-leading Boston. Steinbrenner spoke by telephone Thursday night from his office in Tampa, Fla. Cashman apparently is being held responsible for the Yankees' play. Friday's loss to the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium left N
Notes: Drew gets some rest: Chalk up Wednesday night as more of a mental break for J.D. Drew than a physical one. Drew has been slumping mightily of late, so manager Terry Francona saw no downside in putting Wily Mo Pena in right field with left-hander Andy Pettitte pitching for the Yankees.
Yankees 8, Red Sox 3: Yanks Make a Dent as Pettitte Finds Support: The Yankees still remain far behind the Red Sox. But Andy Pettitte gave his team the kind of outing they needed and the hitters finally supported him Wednesday.
Andy Pettitte Lifts Yankees Past Red Sox: With several issues swirling off the field for the New York Yankees, Andy Pettitte kept things steady for them on the diamond....
Pettitte knocks their Sox off: At about the same time Andy Pettitte was throwing his 102d pitch last night for the Yankees, Roger Clemens was doing the same down the road in a minor league start at Trenton, N.J., for the Double A Thunder.
Yankees 8, Red Sox 3: Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees kept their focus on the field, capping a busy day with a crisp victory over Boston.
Yanks take series with 8-3 win: NEW YORK - Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees capped a busy day with an encouraging victory over Boston.Pettitte pitched seven vigorous innings, Hideki Matsui hit one of two homers off an ineffective...
AROUND THE AL: Yankees rough up Schilling, Bosox in win: NEW YORK— Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees capped a busy day with an encouraging victory over Boston. Pettitte pitched seven vigorous innings, Hideki Matsui hit one of two homers off an ineffective Curt Schilling, and New York beat the Red Sox 8-3 on Wednesday night.
Game of the Day | Pettitte, N.Y. stop Red Sox: The New York Yankees gave the Boston Red Sox the all-around thrashing they had been unable to give anyone recently. Andy Pettitte pitched seven...
Yankees gain ground on Red Sox: Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees kept their focus on the field, capping a busy day with a crisp victory over Boston.Pettitte pitched seven vigorous innings, Hideki Matsui homered off an ineffective Curt Schilling and New York beat the Red Sox 8-3 on Wednesday night.
Yanks win, take two of three from BoSox (AP):
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Andy Pettitte and the New York Yankees kept their focus on the field, capping a busy day with a crisp victory over Boston. Pettitte pitched seven vigorous innings, Hideki Matsui homered off an ineffective Curt Schilling and New York beat the Red Sox 8-3 on Wednesday night. Light-hitting Doug Mientkiewicz also connected and Derek Jeter passed Joe DiMaggio for fifth place on the franchise hits list...
Yankees Notebook: A Frustrated Pettitte Stews About His Missed Chances: The Yankees are 3-6 in Andy Pettitte’s starts, leaving him to pore over the one or two mistakes he seems to make each game.
Randolph Finds That Familiarity Pays Off: Mets Manager Willie Randolph’s experience coaching the Yankees’Andy Pettitte came in handy on Friday night.
Mets put Yanks in deep hole: Endy Chavez turned around the Subway Series opener, much like the Mets and Yankees have reversed fortunes this season.Chavez'first home run of the year, a go-ahead, two-run shot off Andy Pettitte...
Mets kick Yanks when they're down: With the bunt sign on, Endy Chavez took a ball from Andy Pettitte. Then manager Willie Randolph signaled for Chavez to swing away, and the light-hitting New York Mets outfielder connected for his first home run of the year. It's been that kind of season for the Mets and Yankees.
Chavez homer the difference in Mets win: Endy Chavez turned around the Subway Series opener, much like the Mets and Yankees have reversed fortunes this season.Chavez's first home run of the year, a go-ahead, two-run shot off Andy Pettitte in the fifth inning, led the New York Mets to a 3-2 victory Friday night that dropped their crosstown rival 10 games back in the AL East for the first time in the Joe Torre era.
Chavez HR keys Mets' win over Yankees (AP):
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With the bunt sign on, Endy Chavez took a ball from Andy Pettitte. Then manager Willie Randolph signaled for Chavez to swing away, and the light-hitting New York Mets outfielder connected for his first home run of the year. It's been that kind of season for the Mets -- and Yankees. Chavez's go-ahead, two-run homer in the fifth inning led the Mets to a 3-2 victory Friday night in this year's Subway...
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A-Rod's 15th HR lifts Yanks over Rangers: Alex Rodriguez hit his first homer in 15 days, Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings and the New York Yankees beat Texas 8-2 on Tuesday night for their seventh straight victory over the Rangers.
A-Rod's 15th leads Pettitte to victory: Andy Pettitte (2-1) hurled seven innings of one-run ball on Tuesday, scattering seven hits and leading the Yankees past the Rangers, 8-2, in the opener of a three-game series.
AL: A-Rod, Pettitte beat up Rangers: Alex Rodriguez hit his first homer in 15 days, Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings and the Yankees beat Texas, 8-2, last night in New York for their seventh straight victory over the Rangers.Derek...
Yankees score 7th straight win over Rangers: NEW YORK (AP) - Alex Rodriguez hit his first homer in 15 days, Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings and the New York Yankees beat Texas 8-2 on Tuesday night for their seventh straight victory over the Rangers.
A-Rod snaps HR drought, Yanks rout Texas (AP):
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The pitching has improved, the bottom of the lineup is breaking out of its funk, and Alex Rodriguez is driving the ball to the opposite field again. The New York Yankees are beginning to resemble the powerhouse they were supposed to be. Rodriguez hit his first homer in 15 days, Andy Pettitte pitched seven sharp innings and the Yankees beat Texas 8-2 on Tuesday night for their seventh straight...
Notes: Pettitte sensed Clemens' return: Looking back, Andy Pettitte said he knew something was just a bit off as he spoke to Roger Clemens via telephone on Saturday.
Astros lose out in Clemens sweepstakes: The Houston Astros were disappointed though hardly shocked when Roger Clemens chose the New York Yankees on Sunday, pointing to the Yankees’ deep pockets and the Andy Pettitte factor.
Yankees win Game 2, sweep Rangers: The bullpen didn't hold the lead for Andy Pettitte but held for Mussina in his return from the disabled list. With Hideki Matsui hitting a tiebreaking double in the eighth inning of the opener and Doug Mientkiewicz supplying an early two-run homer in the second game, the Yankees beat Texas 4-3 and 5-2 Thursday night to sweep a three-game series from the Rangers.
Yankees 4, Rangers 3: With Pettitte Struggling, Yankees Find Just Enough to Get By: The bullpen blew a victory for Andy Pettitte for the third time this season, but the Yankees rallied to win the first game of a doubleheader.
Rivera saves Yanks' doubleheader sweep of Rangers: Mike Mussina and Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees strong starts missing earlier this season and Mariano Rivera saved both ends ...
Yankees Enjoy Sweet Sweep Over Rangers: Mike Mussina and Andy Pettitte had strong starts, and closer Mariano Rivera came through twice as New York beat Texas 4-3 and 5-2 on Thursday to sweep a doubleheader and a three-game series from the Rangers....
Yankees Get Strong Starts; Sweep Rangers: ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Mike Mussina knew he felt sharp from the first inning. It's a feeling the Yankees hope spreads around. Mussina and Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees the type of starts New York has been missing for much of the season, and Mariano Rivera came through twice as New York beat Texas 4-3 and 5-2 Thursday night to sweep a doubleheader and three-game series from the Rangers....
Vets pitch in for DH sweep: ARLINGTON, Texas - Andy Pettitte and Mike Mussina gave the Yankees the type of starts New York has been missing for much of the season, and Mariano Rivera came through twice.The bullpen didn't...
Mussina returns as Yankees sweep Rangers: ARLINGTON Mike Mussina knew he felt sharp from the first inning. It's a feeling the Yankees hope spreads around. Mussina and Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees the type of starts New York has been missing for much of the season, and Mariano Rivera came through twice as New York beat Texas 4-3 and 5-2 Thursdaynight to sweep a doubleheader and three-game series from the Rangers.
Yanks take two from Rangers: Andy Pettitte and Mike Mussina gave the Yankees the type of starts New York has been missing for much of the season, and Mariano Rivera came through twice.The bullpen didn't hold the lead for Pettitte but held for Mussina in his return from the disabled list.
Yankees sweep doubleheader from Rangers (AP):
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Mike Mussina knew he felt sharp from the first inning. It's a feeling the Yankees hope spreads around. Mussina and Andy Pettitte gave the Yankees the type of starts New York has been missing for much of the season, and Mariano Rivera came through twice as New York beat Texas 4-3 and 5-2 Thursday night to sweep a doubleheader and three-game series from the Rangers.
Red Sox 11, Yankees 4: When Needed Most, Pettitte Can’t Steady the Sliding Yankees: The Yankees gave a lead to Andy Pettitte in the middle innings on Friday, yet their best starter couldn’t hold the lead and yet another game slipped away.
Red Sox rout Yanks: At this rate, the Boston Red Sox will blow the New York Yankees out of the AL East race before summer.Daisuke Matsuzaka overcame control problems to defeat the Yankees for the second time in six days, and Kevin Youkilis and Julio Lugo homered. With a come-from-behind 11-4 victory over Andy Pettitte on Friday night, Boston improved to 4-0 against its longtime rival this season. "Things can turn around at a moment's notice," said Kevin Youkilis, whose two-run homer started Boston's outburst.
Yanks routed by BoSox as skid hits seven (AP):
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At this rate, the Boston Red Sox will blow the New York Yankees out of the AL East race before summer. Daisuke Matsuzaka overcame control problems to defeat the Yankees for the second time in six days, and Kevin Youkilis and Julio Lugo homered. With a come-from-behind 11-4 victory over Andy Pettitte on Friday night, Boston improved to 4-0 against its longtime rival this season.
Scouting Report: Red Sox at Yankees: At Yankee Stadium, New YorkTONIGHT - RHP Daisuke Matsuzaka (2-2, 4.00 ERA) vs. LHP Andy Pettitte (1-0, 1.78). TV - NESN. Radio - WRKO-AM (680). 7:05.TOMORROW - RHP Tim Wakefield (2-2, 2.08) vs. RHP...
Rain allows Yankees to pitch Pettitte vs. Red Sox: Andy Pettitte will get a second chance to beat the Red Sox in a series opener.
Rivera's blown save dooms Yanks: The Yankees' bullpen imploded and the Red Sox rallied for a five-run eighth inning on Friday night, pulling out a 7-6 victory that spoiled Rodriguez's two-homer performance and wasted a strong effort from Andy Pettitte, who returned to a rivalry where -- as he learned again -- anything is possible.
Now pitching for the Yankees ... well, who knows?: NEW YORK - The New York Yankees have enough injured pitchers to fill a starting rotation. Chien-Ming Wang, Mike Mussina and Carl Pavano are on the disabled list, joined by prospects Jeff Karstens and Humberto Sanchez. Only Andy Pettitte and Kei Igawa remain from the original starting five. So when New York opens a homestand tonight against Cleveland, the starter will be Chase Wright, a 24-year-old lefthander who has never pitched above Class AA. "His performance has been electric," Yankees GM Brian Cashman said Monday. "He had a full, great major league camp. " Top prospect Philip Hughes i
NYT > Baseball: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth game in a row, giving Andy Pettitte an early lead that grew as the game went on Tuesday night.
A-Rod smacks homer No. 6, Yankees roll: Alex Rodriguez homered in his fourth straight game to back a solid performance from Andy Pettitte in New York's 10-1 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday night.
A-Rod stays hot as Pettitte, Yanks win: Alex Rodriguez continued to hit home runs at a historic pace and Andy Pettitte offered six shutout innings as the Yankees defeated the Twins on Tuesday, 10-1.
NYT > Baseball: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth game in a row, giving Andy Pettitte an early lead that grew as the game went on Tuesday night.
Yankees 10, Twins 1: Seven Games, Six Homers: Rodriguez Stays Locked In: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth game in a row, giving Andy Pettitte an early lead that grew as the game went on Tuesday night.
Red-hot A-Rod heads home after hitting No. 6: Alex Rodriguez homered in his fourth straight game and hit his sixth of the year to back Andy Pettitte's six shutout innings ...
First-inning shot quiets house; blowout follows: One storm was approaching the Dome on Tuesday. Another was already there. The Twins were spanked by the Yankees for the second consecutive night, a 10-1 loss at the Metrodome, in which many fans were seen slipping on their coats and heading out into the sleet after the fifth inning. Yankees lefthander Andy Pettitte overwhelmed an undermanned Twins lineup while Twins righthander Boof Bonser gave up six runs over 41/3 innings, including two homers. Crowd noise had been reduced to a low murmur by midgame, except for the chants of "Let's Go Yankees!" from a few dozen New York fans after Johnny
NYT > Baseball: Alex Rodriguez homered for the fourth game in a row, giving Andy Pettitte an early lead that grew as the game went on Tuesday night.
Twins vs. Yankees series preview: THREE-GAME SERIES AT METRODOME Tonight, 6:10 p.m. • FSN and ESPN • 1500-AM RHP Sidney Ponson (0-0, 0.00) vs. RHP Carl Pavano (0-0, 8.31) Tuesday, 7:10 p.m. • FSN • 1500-AM RHP Boof Bonser (0-0, 3.00) vs. LHP Andy Pettitte (0-0, 4.50) Wednesday, 7:10 p.m. • FSN • 1500-AM RHP Ramon Ortiz (1-0, 2.57) vs. RHP Mike Mussina (0-1, 13.50) KEY MATCHUP: The Twins probably hope that Jeff Cirillo, who's mending a sore left knee, will be healthy enough to face the Yankees' Andy Petti
Yanks fall in Pettitte's return: A loud cheer erupted and flashbulbs popped in the seconds before Andy Pettitte threw his first pitch on Thursday. That might have been the highlight of what otherwise played out to be an unmemorable, 7-6 loss to the Devil Rays.
Devil Rays 7, Yankees 6: Pettitte’s Return Gets Lost Amid Sloppy Play and a Stalled Rally: It was a forgettable return for Andy Pettitte, who was lifted after 83 pitches in the fifth and the Devil Rays capitalized on three Yankees errors, three wild pitches and a passed ball.
AL: Yanks have snow chance vs. Rays: Alex Rodriguez flopped in another key at-bat and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays spoiled Andy Pettitte's return to the Yankees with a 7-6 victory last night in New York.Elijah Dukes hit his second homer...
Dukes homers again as Devil Rays edge Yanks: Alex Rodriguez flopped in another key at-bat and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays spoiled Andy Pettitte's return to the New York Yankees with a 7-6 victory on Thursday night.Elijah Dukes hit his second homer in two major league games and Tampa Bay took advantage of some sloppy defense by the Yankees on a snowy night in New York. The Devil Rays took the lead in the eighth inning on a wild pitch and held on for only their fourth road victory since July 1.
Devil Rays scrape by error-plagued Yanks (AP): Alex Rodriguez had a great opportunity to turn Yankees fans in his favor. Once again, he flopped. Rodriguez popped out against rookie reliever Brian Stokes with the bases loaded to end the eighth inning, and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays spoiled Andy Pettitte's return to New York with a 7-6 victory Thursday night.
Yankees Notebook: Rain Delays Pettitte’s Return to Yankee Stadium: The Yankees called off Wednesday’s game against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays and manager Joe Torre said Andy Pettitte’s start would be pushed back to Thursday night.
AL Wire Notes | Pettitte back on mound as Yankee today: Andy Pettitte not only will hear the cheers today, he will embrace them. The left-hander is determined to enjoy not only Wednesday's start...
Yankees’Pettitte Can Still Hear Cheers From 2003: After three years in Houston—and another trip to the World Series—Andy Pettitte resumes his Yankees career Wednesday, weather permitting, against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
Pettitte's return postponed by rain: Andy Pettitte's Bronx return will have to wait one more day, as Wednesday's scheduled game between the Yankees and the Devil Rays was postponed due to poor weather conditions.
Pettitte's return to Yankees postponed by rain; Damon has sore calf: NEW YORK -- Andy Pettitte's return to the Yankees was pushed back a day because of rain, while Johnny Damon's injured calf left him unsure when he'll play again.The scheduled game between...
Pettitte's return to Yankees postponed by rain: Andy Pettitte's return to the Yankees was pushed back a day because of rain, while Johnny Damon's injured calf left him unsure when he'll play again.The scheduled game between New York and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Wednesday afternoon was postponed, washing out what would have been Pettitte's first start in pinstripes since the 2003 World Series. "It's definitely disappointing because you're ready.
Pettitte's return to Yanks ppd. by rain (AP): Andy Pettitte's return to the Yankees was pushed back a day because of rain, while Johnny Damon's injured calf left him unsure when he'll play again. The scheduled game between New York and the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on Wednesday afternoon was postponed, washing out what would have been Pettitte's first start in pinstripes since the 2003 World Series.
Pavano gets nod for Opening Day: Carl Pavano was officially announced as the Yankees' Opening Day starter on Friday, but only after plans for a surprise appearance by Andy Pettitte fell through.
Notes: Pettitte gets back to game action: Facing the Jays' Double-A lineup Friday, Andy Pettitte made it through two innings unscathed, prompting him to wonder aloud if he would get some runners on base to work from the stretch position. It was at that point that Ron Guidry leaned over to Joe Torre and muttered,"Be careful what you wish for."
Pavano named Yankees' Opening Day starter: TAMPA, Fla. Carl Pavano will be the New York Yankees' opening-day starter. Pavano hasn't pitched in the majors since June 2005 due to a variety of injuries. He will be followed in the rotation by Andy Pettitte, Mike Mussina and Kei Igawa. The fifth starter spot has not been filled. New York manager Joe Torre made the announcement Friday. Pavano got the assignment after injuries to Pettitte and Chien-Ming Wang. Pettitte was scheduled to pitch for the first time since experiencing back spasms March 19 in a minor league game Friday. Wang is expected to be out until at least late April with
RHP Pavano to start Yankees' opener (AP): Carl Pavano will be the New York Yankees' opening-day starter. Pavano hasn't pitched in the majors since June 2005 due to a variety of injuries. He will be followed in the rotation by Andy Pettitte, Mike Mussina and Kei Igawa. The fifth starter spot has not been filled. New York manager Joe Torre made the announcement Friday.
Pavano named Yankees' opening-day starter: Carl Pavano will be the New York Yankees' opening-day starter.Pavano hasn't pitched in the majors since June 2005 due to a variety of injuries. He will be followed in the rotation by Andy Pettitte, Mike Mussina and Kei Igawa. The fifth starter spot has not been filled. New York manager Joe Torre made the announcement Friday.
Yankees feel like home to Pettitte: Looking very much at ease and quite comfortable in his New York Yankees pinstripes, Andy Pettitte said he has no regrets about his decision to leave the Astros and return to the Bronx.
Pettitte set to pitch Friday: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 31 pitches Wednesday during his second bullpen session since experiencing back spasms earlier this month.Pettitte is scheduled to pitch in a minor league or simulated game Friday. "Depending on tomorrow, which we always say for safety sake, and make sure he comes out of this," Yankees manager Joe Torre said. "That will be another test for him.
Pettitte reports no discomfort after bullpen session: TAMPA, Fla. - Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte reported no problems one day after throwing 25 pitches in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms.Pettitte will have a full mound...
Yanks' Pettitte throws well in bullpen (AP): Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte reported no problems one day after throwing 25 pitches in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms. Pettitte will have a full mound session Wednesday and might pitch in a minor league game Friday or Saturday. "Definitely didn't go backwards at all," Pettitte said Tuesday.
NYT > Baseball: Jeff Karstens left his start against the Tigers with elbow stiffness, joining Chien-Ming Wang and Andy Pettitte on the list of ailing Yankee pitchers.
Pettitte goes 25 pitches in bullpen workout: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches Monday in his first bullpen session since being idled by spasms in his back.
Notes: Pettitte to throw on Monday: After spending most of his week in the trainer's room receiving treatment for back spasms, Andy Pettitte is more than ready to get back on the mound. He'll have his chance on Monday. Pettitte is scheduled to throw the first of two bullpen sessions in preparation for a final Spring Training start on Friday.
Yankees Add Elbow to Injury Report: Jeff Karstens left his start against the Tigers with elbow stiffness, joining Chien-Ming Wang and Andy Pettitte on the list of ailing Yankee pitchers.
Briefs: Pettitte throws 25 pitches in pen: Monday's MLB news briefs: Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms.
NYT > Baseball: Jeff Karstens left his start against the Tigers with elbow stiffness, joining Chien-Ming Wang and Andy Pettitte on the list of ailing Yankee pitchers.
Yankees' Pettitte has encouraging bullpen session: Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches today in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms.
Pettitte throws bullpen session: Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches Monday in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms.New York Yankees manager Joe Torre said he was pleased with Pettitte's performance, but didn't rule out the possibility that the left-hander might miss his first turn during the regular season. "If it's the second round, so be it," Torre said. "Remember, it's 162 games, and the long haul is whatwe're concerned about.
Yankees' Pettitte throws bullpen session (AP): Andy Pettitte threw 25 pitches Monday in his first bullpen session since being sidelined by back spasms. New York Yankees manager Joe Torre said he was pleased with Pettitte's performance, but didn't rule out the possibility that the left-hander might miss his first turn during the regular season. "If it's the second round, so be it," Torre said.
Pettitte back in action after back spasms: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch for the first time Friday since experiencing back spasms earlier in the week.
Pettitte Plays Catch; Wang Has Discomfort in Hamstring: On the same day Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte plays catch again, Chien-Ming Wang experiences discomfort in his right hamstring during light running.
Yanks'Pettitte back into groove: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch yesterday for the first time since experiencing back spasms earlier in the week.Pettitte's improvement was welcome news for New York, which also got...
Pettitte throwing again after back spasm incident: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch for the first time Friday since experiencing back spasms earlier in the week. Pettitte had been shut down since getting hurt while working out Monday. He still has some minor stiffness, but continues to improve. "Definitely feeling better every day," Pettitte said. "I feel a lot better."
Pettitte plays catch, says back is'feeling better every day': Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch for the first time Friday since experiencing spasms in his back this week.
Pettitte resumes throwing, Wang feels tweak: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch for the first time Friday since experiencing back spasms earlier in the week.Pettitte had been shut down since getting hurt while working out Monday. He still has some minor stiffness, but continues to improve. "Definitely feeling better every day," Pettitte said. "I feel a lot better."
Pettitte improving, Wang hurt for Yanks (AP): Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte played catch Friday for the first time since experiencing back spasms earlier in the week. Pettitte's improvement was welcome news for New York, which also got a scare Friday when right-hander Chien-Ming Wang felt discomfort in his right hamstring during light running.
Yankees' Pettitte sidelined for Friday start: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start Friday because of back spasms.
Pettitte likely to miss next start: Andy Pettitte is likely to miss his next scheduled Spring Training start on Friday with back spasms, Yankees manager Joe Torre said on Tuesday.
MLB: Yanks'Pettitte out with back spasms: Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start for the New York Yankees on Friday because of back spasms."I don't anticipate it being a major problem,"Yankees manager...
MLB Notebook: Back spasms will keep Yankees'Pettitte from start: Left-hander Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start for the New York Yankees Friday because of back spasms.[Read this article]
Pettitte out with back spasms: Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start for the New York Yankees on Friday because of back spasms."I don’t anticipate it being a major problem," Yankees manager Joe Torre said Tuesday.
Pettitte out with back spasms: Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start Friday because of back spasms."I don't anticipate it being a major problem," Yankees manager Joe Torre said Tuesday. "He just got a little tightness. It seems to be pretty straightforward." Pettitte first experienced the back problems while working out Monday, and his scheduled bullpen session Tuesday was canceled.
Yankees' Pettitte out with back spasms (AP): Andy Pettitte is expected to miss his scheduled start for the New York Yankees on Friday because of back spasms. "I don't anticipate it being a major problem," Yankees manager Joe Torre said Tuesday. "He just got a little tightness. It seems to be pretty straightforward." Pettitte first experienced the back problems while working out Monday, and his scheduled bullpen session Tuesday was canceled.
Grapefruit: Pettitte stellar but Yanks lose: Saturday's Grapefruit League roundup: Andy Pettitte pitched five scoreless innings before Carl Pavano tossed three shaky ones in the New York Yankees' 3-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.
Pavano thrown off routine: As Andy Pettitte retired a succession of Phillies on Saturday afternoon, Carl Pavano was killing time behind Bright House Networks Field, trying to wait until the sixth inning when his turn rolled around.
Phillies 3, Yankees 2: CLEARWATER, Fla. -- Carl Pavano is seeking the consistency Andy Pettitte displayed.Pettitte pitched five scoreless innings before Pavano tossed three shaky ones in the New York Yankees'3-2 loss...
Pettitte sharp, Pavano isn't for Yanks (AP): Carl Pavano is seeking the consistency Andy Pettitte displayed. Pettitte pitched five scoreless innings before Pavano tossed three shaky ones in the New York Yankees' 3-2 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies on Saturday. Aaron Rowand had a two-run single and veteran Jamie Moyer had another solid outing for the Phillies, allowing one unearned run in 4 1-3 innings.
Pettitte throws four innings in simulation: Andy Pettitte got his work in and had some fun too.
Pettitte gets work in at Legends Field: Instead of joining the Yankees on their road trip to play the Red Sox in Fort Myers, Fla., lefty Andy Pettitte hurled a simulated game at Legends Fields, with Don Mattingly as his first baseman.
Pettitte throws simulated game: TAMPA, Fla. - Andy Pettitte got his work in and had some fun too.The New York Yankees left-hander pitched four innings in a simulated game on Monday, a contest that featured Don Mattingly play first...
Yankees' Pettitte throws 4 strong innings in simulated game: Andy Pettitte got his work in and had some fun, too.
Pettitte throws simulated game: Andy Pettitte got his work in and had some fun too. The New York Yankees left-hander pitched four innings in a simulated game on Monday, a contest that featured Don Mattingly play first base.
Rocket visits Yanks; no decision yet: As Andy Pettitte warmed up on the mound before Wednesday night's game against the Reds, Roger Clemens settled into a seat next to the Yankees dugout, just behind Joe Torre. But Clemens isn't ready to say if he'll come back, to the Yankees or any other team.
Clemens watches game at Legends Field: Andy Pettitte had a well-known friend watching his second spring training start Wednesday night.Former Houston and Yankees' teammate Roger Clemens was at Legends Field to see Pettitte and the Yankees play the Cincinnati Reds. Clemens, a seven-time Cy Young Award winner, talked briefly with reporters before the game and again said he hasn't decided if he will return for a 24th major league season later this year.
Clemens watches Yanks, unsure on return (AP): Roger Clemens hugged Joe Torre, spoke to George Steinbrenner and cheered for Andy Pettitte. More than 10,000 people turned out to watch the Yankees play Cincinnati on Wednesday night. Only one of those fans, however, might actually help New York win the World Series this year, which is why it created such a stir when Clemens showed up.
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