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New York Yankees
Everything about the New York Yankees, from their beginnings in 1903 as the "Highlanders" when they played at Hilltop Park to today and playing in Yankee Stadium
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The first baseball team to use numbers on uniforms was the 1916 Cleveland Indians when they wore small numbers on the sleeves of their uniforms, as a way of identifying the players. This practice was short lived.
in 1929 the New York Yankees decided to wear numbers to the backs of their jerseys. The numbers corresponded to each player's general position in the lineup.for example Babe Ruth wore No. 3, since he usually batted third, and Lou Gehrig wore No. 4 as he batted fourth.
High numbered uniforms such as 60 is typically issued to a rookies or a player that is not expected to make the team at the begining of the year. Some players chose to keep their number when they make the big Leagues. Here is a list of Yankee players that have worn uniform number 60 for the New York Yankees. * Jim Narrujo * Jim Fink * Bill Olsen * Brian Dayett * Bert Bradley * Rick Balabon * Paul Zuvella * Chris Alvarez * Mike Humphreys * Jim Mecir * Tim McIntosh * Darrell Einertson * Nick Johnson * Hipolito Pena * Brandon Knight * J.T. Snow * Brandon Claussen * Eric Almonte * Julio De Paula (2003) * Michael Hernandez (2003) * Sam Marsonek (2004) * Felix Escalona (2004) * Wil Nieves (2005)
Who played in the most games for the New York Yankees?
- Mickey Mantle
- Derek Jeter
- Lou Gehrig
- Yogi Berra
- Babe Ruth
- Bernie Williams
- Roy White
- Bill Dickey
- Don Mattingly
- Joe DiMaggio
Who wore number 35 for the New York Yankees?
- Frank Barnes
- Earle Combs
- Dusty Cooke
- Tommy Heinrich
- Ken Holloway
- Ralph Houk
- Elston Howard
- Art Jorgens
- Bill Karlon
- Johnny Neun
- Eddie Phillips
- Steve Sundra
How did Lou Gehrig make an impact on others lives?
The reason why Lou Gehrig got amyotrophic lateral sclerosis is undetermined.
There is a theory out there that it was caused by concussion-related trauma (he played before batting helmets were standard), but there is no way to test the theory since there was no autopsy and his body was cremated.
Who was the first baseman on the New York Yankees in 1963?
In 1963, Joe Pepitone was the starting first baseman for the Yankees.
Who was first baseman 2006-2007 for Baltimore Orioles?
Currently that position is taken by Chris Davis.
What is the record for the most strikeouts in a single game by a single pitcher?
The record for most strikeouts in a nine-inning game by a minor league pitcher was set by Ron Necciai, who struck out 27 batters in a Class-D game between the Appalachian League Bristol Twins and the Welsh Miners (May 13, 1952).
What hotel do the New York Yankees stay in when playing the Chicago White Sox?
When the New York Yankees visit Chicago to play against the White Sox, they stay at the Hilton Chicago. It is located at 720 South Michigan Avenue in Downtown Chicago.
What is the value of a Jersey signed by Mickey Mantle?
Mickey Mantle was under contract with the Upper-Deck company before he passed away. Baseballs that have the Upper deck hologram could sell in the $1,000.-$1,500. price range. signatures that have not been authenticated could sell at half the market value or less.
Who signed for the Yankees in 1930 for 80000?
Which New York Yankees players have worn the number 55?
Click on the 'Yankees Numbers' link on this page to see the players who wore #45 for the Yankees.
What was the New York Yankees win-loss record at Yankee Stadium in 2009?
The 1998 New York Yankees won 114 regular season games over a 162 game schedule for a .704 winning percentage.
The 1927 New York Yankee won 110 regular season games over a 155 game schedule for a .714 winning percentage.
Since 1961, the Yankees and the Angels have played 599 games. The Yankees have a 325 to 274 lead through July 14, 2010.
The teams split the first six games they played during the 2010 season.
Who were the 4 catchers for the NY Yankees who also managed them?
1) Bill Dickey - played for the Yankees between 1928-1943 and was player/manager in 1946.
2) Ralph Houk - played for the Yankees between 1947-1954 and managed the Yankees between 1961-1963 and 1966-1973.
3) Yogi Berra - played for the Yankees between 1946-1963 and managed the Yankees in 1964 and 1984-1985.
4) Joe Girardi - played for the Yankees between 1996-1999 and managed the Yankees in 2008 and 2009.
Who played the Yankees on bat day 1966?
I seem to recall being in Yankee Stadium on the day that Apollo XI landed...and thousands of bats being raised in the air in celebration. Armstrong's lunar walk didn't occur till hours later that evening (Eastern time), but the landing itself occurred during the game. Anyone have any more solid memories of this?
How can I write to Derek Jeter?
Derek Jeter has his own web site. You can post comments and E-mail him .... To send Jeter a handwritten letter or even a gift you can send it to Yankee Stadium.
REFER TO LINKS POSTED@ BOTTOM OF PAGE ...What are the names of george steinbrenner's grandchildren?
George had thirteen grandchildren as of his 80th birthday in July 2010. He was foun dead in his home in Tampa, FL days later, the cause was a heart attack. He passed down the New York Yankees to his sons Hank and Hal and also had to daughters. He will never be forgotten. Long live George Steinbrenner a.k.a. The Boss
What is a member of the New York baseball team called?
New York has 3 hockey teams: The New York Islanders, The New York Rangers and The Buffalo Sabres.
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What is Derek Jeter's 60 yard dash time?
It depends on position, but a 7 flat is about average. D1 middle infielders will run a 6.8 as well as non power hitting outfielders. Catchers will run anything from 7 to 7.2 as well as corner infielders.
Who was Mickey Mantle named after?
Mickey Mantle led the American League in home runs four times, was named the most valuable player in the American League three times. including 1956 when he won the Triple crown. That Year Mickey batted .356 hit 52 Home Runs, and knocked in 130 RBIs. Mickey Mantle was a 16 time All-star, played on 12 pennant winning teams, and owns 7 World Series Rings. Mantle still hold many post season records including a record 18 World Series Home runs. When Mickey Mantle retired he was third on the all time list for Home runs with 536 behind Babe Ruth 714, and Willie Mays 583.
Did CC Sabathia have any brothers or sisters?
CC Sabathia and his wife Amber have four children. Two sons, Carsten Charles III and Carter Charles and two daughters named Jaeden Arie and Cyia Cathleen.
Which current New York Yankees baseball players name starts with the letter I?
Current players whose last name begin with I: Chris Iannetta
Kei Igawa
Tadihito Iguchi
Oman Infante
Brandon Inge
Hernan Iribarren
Travis Ishikawa
Jason Isringhausen
Akinori Iwamura
Cesar Izturis
Maicer Izturis Current players whose first name begins with I: Ichiro Suzuki
Ivan Rodriguez
Ian Kinsler
Ian Snell
Ivan Ochoa
Ian Stewart
