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Established in 1901, the New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful franchises in Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1901 in Baltimore, but moved to New York in 1903 where they became known as the New York Highlanders. The team officially became the New York Yankees in 1913. In all, the Yankees have won 26 championships, more than any other franchise. Countless Hall of Fame players have donned pinstripes over the years, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle. (Photo GETTY IMAGES)
Established in 1901, the New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful franchises in Major League Baseball. The team was founded in 1901 in Baltimore, but moved to New York in 1903 where they became known as the New York Highlanders. The team officially became the New York Yankees in 1913. In all, the Yankees have won 26 championships, more than any other franchise. Countless Hall of Fame players have donned pinstripes over the years, including Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, Yogi Berra and Mickey Mantle. (Photo GETTY IMAGES)
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Steinberg: Money doesn't lead to wins for Dodgers, Angels
There is no joy in SoCal baseball fandom, the mighty local teams have struck out. The Los Angeles Dodgers have a payroll of $220,395,196, which leads Major League Baseball. Their record through Friday was 13-21, which placed them last in the National...Tags: Adrian Gonzalez, Matt Kemp, Major League Baseball, Miami Marlins, Josh Hamilton
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The Latest: A sad 'Farewell,' a colorful trek
"Farewell, Fred Voodoo" By Amy Wilentz Simon & Schuster; 329 pages Fred Voodoo, we learn from Amy Wilentz's candid new book, is not a person but an epithet — the Haitian equivalent, more or less, of Joe Average. Wilentz spent years in Haiti as...Tags: Haiti, Rocky Balboa (fictional character), San Francisco Giants, Sean Penn, Sylvester Stallone
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Steinberg: A new MLB story
There is no joy in So Cal. The mighty Angels and Dodgers have struck out. Artie Moreno broke the bank signing slugger Albert Pujols and CJ Wilson in the offseason. He funded a powerful lineup of hitters. But oh the pitching was a disaster. The Dodgers...Tags: Labor Legislation, National Hockey League, ESPN (tv network), Washington Nationals, Baltimore Orioles
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Carnett: Finding my own basso profondo
Longtime Boston Red Sox public-address announcer Carl Beane died last month. Referred to by many as "The Voice of Fenway Park," he was in his 10th season as Red Sox announcer. His affable but measured style exuded class. In a moving tribute to Beane,...Tags: Vin Scully, Basketball, Boston Red Sox, Periodicals, College Baseball
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'Eaters lose Dietrich to Titans
Jason Dietrich, pitching coach the last two seasons for the UC Irvine baseball program, has been hired in the same position at Cal State Fullerton, he said Wednesday. Dietrich will replace Kirk Sarloos, who left after one season as the pitching coach...Tags: Colorado Rockies, California State University, Fullerton, Big West Conference, University of California, Irvine, UC Irvine Anteaters
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Steinberg: How to define greatness
In the film "The Wizard of Oz", the scarecrow elucidates great thoughts and shows astute judgment throughout the movie but feels inadequate because he hasn't got a brain. The wizard hands him a diploma recognizing his academic prowess and he immediately...Tags: Oklahoma City Thunder, Joe Montana, Cleveland Cavaliers, Alex Rodriguez, Troy Aikman
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Briefs: Ex-Lion opens in show
Erik Komatsu, who played baseball at Vanguard University in 2006, opened the Major League Baseball season Wednesday as a member of the St. Louis Cardinals. A rookie outfielder, Komatsu went 15 for 54 in 24 spring training games to earn a spot on the...Tags: Major League Baseball, California State University, Fullerton, Miami Marlins, Cal State Fullerton Titans, College Baseball
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In the Pipeline: Jim Abbott's improbable (and amazing) life
I'm not sure I ever rooted harder for anyone in Angel Stadium than Jim Abbott. But how could you not? The handsome, fresh-faced kid with the winning smile was an Olympian, a fierce competitor and an all-round athlete. Oh, and he was born with just one...
Tags: Manny Ramirez, Milwaukee Brewers, Jim Thome, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Sports
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Virgen: Abbott keeps inspiring
Jim Abbott's story goes beyond baseball. He's seen further proof of this after writing his new book, "Imperfect: An Improbable life." The famous former pitcher born without a right hand has served as an inspiration for many. That was seen at the Bella...
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John Francis (Jack) Callahan
CALLAHAN, JOHN FRANCIS
John Francis (Jack) Callahan died peacefully at age 94 on Sunday, February 19, 2012, in Laguna Beach, California. Jack resided in Costa Mesa, California since 1960. Jack was a happy, loving and optimistic soul, who lived a storied...Tags: Marketing, U.S. Marine Corps, Colleges and Universities, Austin (Chicago, Illinois), World War II (1939-1945)
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Inspiration easy to find at NBLL
NEWPORT BEACH — Opening Day was a special one for Newport Beach Little League. It was a special day when the ceremonial first pitch could be thrown by a boy, Harry Dill, who just four months ago discovered he had a brain tumor. It was a special day...Tags: Major League Baseball, Science and Technology, Seattle Mariners, MRI (imaging), Chemotherapy
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Mesa Musings: Listening to the old Pacific Coast League
College football's bowl season is upon us, but it's time to talk a little Hot Stove League baseball. The year was 1957. I was 12 years old and a huge Mickey Mantle fan. We didn't have Major League Baseball in Southern California in those days. The...Tags: Major League Baseball, American League, College Baseball, Los Angeles Dodgers, Ernest Hemingway
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