Since the start of the most recent dynasty, the Yankees have distinguished themselves in the third game of a postseason series, posting a .677 winning percentage in these pivotal contests. Although the Bronx Bombers have had great success almost across … Continue reading
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Beltway Freshmen Bring Teen Spirit to Postseason
Who says the Beltway operates under an Old Boys Network? Not only do the Washington Nationals and Baltimore Orioles boast two of the younger teams in baseball, but each club also features a precocious teenager playing an integral role in … Continue reading
Texas Rangers Suffer Collapse Yankees Avoided
Lots of people were anticipating a major collapse in the American League, but no one expected it to be the Texas Rangers. When the Yankees saw their 10-game division lead whittled down to a tie in September, it looked like … Continue reading
Yankees Can’t Shake Orioles; Race Shaping Up as Closest Ever
(The following was originally published at SB*Nation’s Pinstriped Bible) It’s not what Yankee fans had in mind when the team took a 10-game lead in July, but this September has played host to one of the mostly contested division/pennant races in franchise … Continue reading
Orioles End String of Losing Seasons; Pirates Battling To Do the Same
The Baltimore Orioles may not win the A.L. East or even make the playoffs, but if the final two weeks of the season end in disappointment, there will be at least one small consolation for the franchise. Thanks to the … Continue reading