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Why does New York have two baseball teams?
Some major league cities are large enough to support two teams. The New York Yankees are in the American League, while the New York Mets are in the National League. Before 1958, New York had three teams -- the Yankees, the New York Giants and the Brooklyn Dodgers.
What color were Yankees in the war?
Some Yankees were Caucasian; some were African American. Their uniforms were blue.
Which New York Yankees starting pitcher holds the team record for the highest winning percentage?
I am adding to the answer because the information supplied by the responder has some noteworthy information on the NY Yankees. That answer can be seen in the last two paragraphs. The best New York Yankee lifetime winning percentage by a starting picther is held by Lefty Gomez. He pitched in the 1930's and had a winning percentage of .839. Whitey Ford had a career .690 win percentage for a career, one of the best for any team. Ron Guidry's .893 win percentage in 1978 is also one of the best for any starting pitcher on any team.
Who did the New York Yankees play on July 4 1939?
I believe it was the Texas Rangers. Some time in mid-June. But the game was not played that day. There was a long rain delay and the game was called. Needless to say, some 10,000 New Yorkers with bats in their hands were not happy about that decision! Some stadium seats were "harmed".
Why did the New York Yankees trade A.J. Burnett?
Basically, A.J. Burnett was not the same pitcher the Yankees got from Toronto. He had a large contract and never really excelled in the Yankees rotation since he joined the team. Some pitchers just have a problem pitching in New York, with the added pressure of a big stage, the constant media attention and the overall high standards that the organization puts on players. A.J. was a very good pitcher in Toronto and he has now seemed to find a home in Pittsburgh.
Who won the 1999 home run derbie?
Ken Griffey jr. Mark Mcquire had the best performance with some towering bombs into the streey
Who plays second base for the New York Yankees?
Some players who have played second base for the New York Yankees include: Robinson Cano Stephen Drew Brian Roberts
What are some interesting team facts about the New York Yankees?
They have won the most World Series in the history of baseball and they also had the best baseball player on their team, Babe Ruth.
Why does New York have two baseball teams?
Some major league cities are large enough to support two teams. The New York Yankees are in the American League, while the New York Mets are in the National League. Before 1958, New York had three teams -- the Yankees, the New York Giants and the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Pro sports teams in new york?
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What's sold at the New York Yankees store?
The New York Yankees are an American Baseball team with an impressive fan base and internationally known logo. At the New York Yankees store you can find various things with this historic logo. Some of the merchandise includes; hats, jerseys, belts, wallets, sweatshirts, sporting goods, and even authentic New York Stadium freeze dried grass.
What are some facts about baseball?
The New York Yankees are the best team, having won 26 World Championships (World Series). That's more that any other team in any other sport!
What have the New York Yankees achieved?
The Yankees have achieved a lot. The Yankees have won 27 World Series titles, the most of any baseball team, The most World Series titles won in a row (5), The highest paid team, the Yankees caused the Boston Massacre when the Yanks swept the Red Sox so that they could go to the World Series, and they also did the Son of the Massacre which was basically the same thing as the Boston Massacre, it's just that it happened twice, the Yankees also hold some of the best players of all time, such as Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, Roger Maris, Joe DiMaggio, and many more. They also hold some of the best players from today (better than Red Sox players of course). Like Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez, Mark Teixiera, and C.C. Sabathia. The New York Yankees have accomplished a lot of things unlike the Red Sox who have accomplished nothing accept 7 World Series as opposed to the New York Yankees 27.
Who are some of the New York Yankees best players?
Of all time, probably Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe Dimaggio, Mickey Mantle, Reggie Jackson, Don Mattingly, and Derek Jeter. (hitters)
Who are the top 10 teams that won the world series?
Some of the Top 10 teams that have won the World Series are the New York Yankees, the St. Louis Cardinals, the Boston Red Sox, and the New York Giants. As of 2013, the New York Yankees have won a total of 27 World Series games.
How many uniforms do the New York Yankees have?
The Yankees generally have a home, away and alternate jersey that they wear to coordinate with the occasion. Some teams, including the Yankees, have throwback days, in where the teams wear jerseys that were worn by past teams in other decades.
What are some athletic words that begin with the letter y?
· Yankees - New York Yankees (MLB) · yachting · yards after catch (football) · yew (archery) · yurchenko loop (gymnastics) · yurchenko vault (gymnastics)
