55 Results for mike mussina

It's must-win time for Yankees in pivotal series against Red Sox

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

In what is the final scheduled series between the Red Sox and Yankees at Yankee Stadium, the Yanks' playoff hopes are dangerously at stake.

Story | Conversation | August 25, 2008

Despite a diminished fastball, Mussina has been a rock for Yankees

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The seemingly ageless Mike Mussina has helped keep the Yankees afloat by being their most consistent starting pitcher.

Story | Conversation | June 25, 2008

Yankees buying into new way of doing things under Girardi

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees are buying what new manager Joe Girardi has been selling, which is an emphasis on fundamentals and increased face time with the players.

Story | Conversation | March 04, 2008

Charm of Red Sox-Yankees series just not there

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

With the Red Sox holding a comfortable lead over the Yankees in the AL East, this week's head-to-head matchup between the teams lacks most of its usual luster.

Story | Conversation | August 27, 2007

Yankees willing to gamble on young arms

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

With a wild-card berth in their sights, the Yankees are willing to gamble on rookie pitchers Phil Hughes and Joba Chamberlain to help get them to the playoffs.

Story | Conversation | August 07, 2007

Pitching has Yankees in a tailspin

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees have lost six straight, their rotation is a wreck and the bullpen is close to exhaustion. Oh, and the Red Sox are in town.

Story | Conversation | April 27, 2007

Pressure's on rookie to deliver for pinstripes

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

With the rotation reeling, the Yankees are counting on Phil Hughes to help restore their aura of invincibility.

Story | Conversation | April 24, 2007

Oft-injured starter must restore credibility

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees need Carl Pavano to step up, stay healthy and be a productive member of their starting rotation this season.

Story | Conversation | February 22, 2007

Johnson's departure leaves big void

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

While the Yankees will be happy to get rid of Randy Johnson, his departure will leave them with more question marks.

Story | Conversation | January 05, 2007

Clemens following Pettitte to New York?

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Yanks were close to signing Ted Lilly, but when Andy Pettitte showed interest in returning to the Bronx, it was just too good to be true.

Story | Conversation | December 11, 2006

Yanks ready to catch gyroball

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

The Yankees want Daisuke Matsuzaka, and they're prepared to write the biggest check to secure his rights, writes Bob Klapisch.

Story | Conversation | November 08, 2006

Pressure on A-Rod will be intense in October

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Criticism has followed Alex Rodriguez throughout his Yankee tenure. And the pressure on him to perform this October couldn't be any greater.

Story | Conversation | September 20, 2006

Meet the AL's premier sinkerballer

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Thanks to a devastating sinker, Chien-Ming Wang has become the American League's premier ground-ball pitcher.

Story | Conversation | August 17, 2006

Despite their success, Mets still have issues

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

In the final Subway Series of the season, the Mets have the chance to take hold of the big city, writes Bob Klapisch.

Story | Conversation | June 29, 2006

Mussina among several recharged veterans

Bob Klapisch, Special to ESPN.com

Mike Mussina tops a short list of veterans who are doing quite well this year after being somewhat down in recent seasons.

Story | Conversation | June 14, 2006