Tagged: ‘Hiroki Kuroda’
New York Yankees Defeat Toronto Blue Jays in Extra Innings, 5-3
April 20th, 2013 at 5:28 PM
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W: S. Kelley (1-0)
L: A. Loup (1-1)
S: M. Rivera (5)
Despite relinquishing a three-run lead in the eighth inning, and squandering an outstanding performance by starter Hiroki Kuroda, shoddy defense by the host Toronto Blue Jays helped the Yankees escape with a 5-3 victory, in 11 innings, on Saturday afternoon.
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Kuroda, who...
New York Yankees Starting Lineup Vs. Toronto Blue Jays Left-hander Mark Buehrle
April 20th, 2013 at 12:11 PM
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On Friday night, the New York Yankees opened their weekend tilt, versus American League East rivals Toronto Blue Jays, with a 9-4 drubbing of the host.
Behind over seven innings of strong work by Yankees stalwart Andy Pettitte, and the team-leading fifth home run of the season by designated hitter Travis Hafner, the...
Despite Back Spasms, New York Yankees Starter Andy Pettitte a Model of Consistency
April 20th, 2013 at 11:56 AM
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While Friday night was Andy Pettitte's first start since April 9, with lingering back spasms rightfully making his activity very conservative, the 40-year-old southpaw worked over seven effective innings in garnering his third win of 2013.
However, as Pettitte was mostly effective, against a newly-revamped Toronto Blue Jays offense, featuring the...
Hiroki Kuroda Shuts Out Baltimore Orioles as New York Yankees Win 3-0
April 14th, 2013 at 10:57 PM
After being pushed back one day from his originally scheduled start, New York Yankees starter Hiroki Kuroda turned in a dominant outing against the Baltimore Orioles, throwing a complete game shutout to lead the Yankees to a 3-0 victory.
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Kuroda was on schedule to start Saturday's game against the Orioles, but...
Back Spasms Will Push Back Andy Pettitte’s Next Start for New York Yankees
April 13th, 2013 at 1:00 AM
New York Yankees left-hander Andy Pettitte will not make his scheduled start on Sunday against the Baltimore Orioles due to back spasms. Instead, Phil Hughes will rejoin the rotation and take the mound on Saturday, while Saturday's original starter Hiroki Kuroda will replace Pettitte on Sunday.
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After two consecutive games in Cleveland...
Four-RBI Day by Travis Hafner Powers New York Yankees to 11-6 Win Over Cleveland
April 8th, 2013 at 9:34 PM
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W: H. Kuroda (1-1)
L: U. Jimenez (0-1)
On a day when the Cleveland Indians opened their season in their home confines, Progressive Field, with a new look in new manager Terry Francona and prized offseason additions, outfielder Michael Bourn and first baseman Nick Swisher, it was a former Cleveland Indian who...
New York Yankees Starting Lineup Vs. Cleveland Indians Right-hander Ubaldo Jimenez
April 8th, 2013 at 2:45 PM
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Following a 7-0 victory over Justin Verlander and the Detroit Tigers on Sunday afternoon, the Yankees improved to 2-4 on the young season, with both of their victories coming on the rubber matches of their first two series' of 2013.
On Monday afternoon, with a 4:05 first pitch, the Bombers continue their...
New York Yankees Starter Hiroki Kuroda to Test Injured Finger Friday
April 5th, 2013 at 12:04 PM
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After taking a line drive from Red Sox outfielder Shane Victorino off of his throwing hand on Wednesday night, the status of Yankees starter Hiroki Kuroda is a bit uncertain at this point.
While x-rays taken following the Yankees' 7-4 loss proved to be negative, thus avoiding a significant injury, there's still...
New York Yankees Drop to 0-2 on Season; Fall to Boston Red Sox 7-4
April 4th, 2013 at 7:18 AM
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W: C. Buchholz (1-0)
L: H. Kuroda (0-1)
S: J. Hanrahan (1)
Despite outscoring the Red Sox 4-1 over the final six innings of play, thanks to a pair of round-trippers from newest Yankees Travis Hafner, who blasted a solo shot into the Yankees' bullpen off of Red Sox starter Clay Buchholz, and...
New York Yankees Starting Lineup Vs. Boston Red Sox Righty Clay Buchholz
April 3rd, 2013 at 3:55 PM
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Coming off of an 8-2 defeat against the Boston Red Sox on Opening Day, the Yankees will look to bounce back on Tuesday night against Red Sox right-hander Clay Buchholz.
Slated for a 7:00 first pitch, here is Yankees manager Joe Girardi's starting lineup:
Brett Gardner, CF
Ichiro Suzuki, RF
Robinson Cano, 2B
Kevin Youkilis, 3B
Travis...
New York Yankees Starting Pitcher Hiroki Kuroda Off to an Impressive Start
March 12th, 2013 at 12:34 PM
Thus far in spring training, the main stories being generated from the mound are the progress of Michael Pineda, the balky back of Phil Hughes, the pending retirement of legendary closer Mariano Rivera, the successful simulated games thrown by ace C.C. Sabathia and number three starter Andy Pettitte, and the ongoing battle for the final...
New York Yankees Reiterate Lack of Interest in FA Pitcher Kyle Lohse
March 1st, 2013 at 11:04 AM
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As Yankees number four starter Phil Hughes continues to deal with a balky back, to the point where he could miss the beginning of the season, and with the uncertainty of the number five slot in the rotation, the appeal of remaining free-agent starter Kyle Lohse continues to grow for Yankees...
New York Yankees: Could Starter Phil Hughes Miss the Beginning of the Season?
February 28th, 2013 at 10:28 AM
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Heading into a contract year and a bit of uncertainty at the number five slot in the Yankees rotation, which is currently in a competition between young right-handers Ivan Nova and David Phelps, the importance of the 2013 season for Phil Hughes cannot be understated. While the first three slots...
Could the New York Yankees Make a Play for Free Agent Pitcher Kyle Lohse?
February 21st, 2013 at 11:32 AM
With the news confirmed yesterday that Yankees starter Phil Hughes will miss some time due to a bulging disc in his upper back, which flared up during pitchers' fielding practice, a solid rotation could now become somewhat interesting. While the top three spots are fortified by ace C.C. Sabathia, Hiroki Kuroda,...
Eight Most Interesting Yankees Entering 2013: No. 6 Ivan Nova
February 6th, 2013 at 10:39 PM
Yesterday, as Yankees 101 continued its list of eight most interesting Yankees entering 2013, newly signed third baseman Kevin Youkilis checked in at number seven.
A longtime Yankees rival as a member of the Boston Red Sox, Youkilis is looking to rejuvenate his career following a forgettable 2012, one in which he clashed...
Looking at the 2013 Yankees Starting Rotation; Can the Five Spot Deliver?
January 22nd, 2013 at 3:56 PM
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On Wednesday, February 13, when the first of pitchers and catchers report to Tampa and spring training commences, a new battle will begin at catcher, however a pitching rotation of familiar faces will return. It's a rotation that at the top, brings back its stalwarts in ace CC Sabathia, Hiroki Kuroda, and...
Yankees not Expected to Take Part in Justin Upton Sweepstakes
January 14th, 2013 at 12:49 PM
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While it's a known fact around Major League Baseball that the Arizona Diamondbacks are looking to trade their superstar outfielder Justin Upton, it appears their general manager Kevin Towers is having a tough time finding a buyer. After Towers found a deal with the Seattle Mariners, Upton promptly exercised his no-trade clause and voted...
Has General Manager Brian Cashman Lost His Swagger?
January 12th, 2013 at 2:19 PM
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The first time all fans became acclimated to the "Yankee Way" was November 29, 1976. On that day, owner George Steinbrenner signed a free agent outfielder from the Baltimore Orioles named Reggie Jackson to the tune of five years, $2.96 million. While players such as third baseman Graig Nettles and captain/catcher...
Hal Steinbrenner: “We Will Always Field a Championship-Caliber Team”
January 10th, 2013 at 6:30 PM
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While owner Hal Steinbrenner has aspirations for a lower payroll (189 million aspirations to be exact), he only aspires for that $189 million payroll if the team the Yankees put on the field is that of a contender. As ascertained by New York Post Baseball Insider Ken Davidoff, while Steinbrenner hopes to...
The Yankees Offseason: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
January 2nd, 2013 at 9:18 PM
While division titles and pennants aren't clinched between the months of November and February (see 2012 Miami Marlins and 2011 Boston Red Sox), reasons to get giddy about this offseason have been few and far between. In a little over a month, The New York Yankees will make their way down...