Peter Sblendorio

Matt Blake is coming back. The pitching coach is 'getting close' on a new three-year contract with the Yankees, a source confirms to the Daily News. Blake, 41, had just completed the final year of his previous contract. Retaining Blake was a priority afte... See more

After years of anticipation, prized Yankees prospects Spencer Jones and George Lombard Jr. made their MLB debuts this season. Hal Steinbrenner liked what he saw. The Yankees' owner pointed to the contributions from young players as one of the positive tak... See more

The winningest professional baseball team in Japan is taking on a decidedly Yankee presence, as the Yomiuri Giants have named Hideki Matsui their new manager. Mastui, 52, was introduced Friday during a press conference in Tokyo, where the Giants call home... See more

They play in two of MLB 's smallest markets, are nowhere near baseball's highest spenders and hardly hit home runs in an era obsessed with power. Yet the 103-win Milwaukee Brewers and 98-win Tampa Bay Rays were the best teams in their respective leagues p... See more

They play in two of MLB 's smallest markets, are nowhere near baseball's highest spenders and hardly hit home runs in an era obsessed with power. Yet the 103-win Milwaukee Brewers and 98-win Tampa Bay Rays were the best teams in their respective leagues p... See more