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History shows 6-11 Yankees might be in BIG trouble Today 8:30 AM The Yankees’ many early-season slumpers include catcher Gary Sanchez (left), center fielder Aaron Hicks (top right) and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton (bottom right).AP Facebook Share The Yankees hoped their big win the other night was the start of a slump-busting run. Not even close. When you lose five, win one, drop another and look lifeless every single time, you’re still in a funk. That’s exactly what the Yankees s...

Jerry Summers: Shufflin Phil Douglas Friday, February 26, 2021 - by Jerry Summers Jerry Summers The adjoining states of Tennessee, Alabama and Georgia have a connecting bond to a major league baseball pitcher from 1912-1922. Phil Brooks Douglas was born on July 17, 1890 in Cedartown, Georgia but moved to Cowan, Tennessee in Franklin County where he grew up.  He would also move to Birmingham, Alabama during his life. At 6’3” and weighing 190 pounds, Phil was a big man for that era an...

This Day in Yankees History: Happy Birthday, Luke Voit! Share this story Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images Welcome to This Day in Yankees History. With pitchers and catchers reporting to spring training any day now, these daily posts will highlight two or three key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. Hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane with us! ★ ★ ★ 35 Years Ago The Yankees make a minor move, acquiring veteran catcher Ron Hassey ...