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10/20, GAME 7: Red Sox 10, Yankees 3 Wrap >

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Not a miracle, just a better team

By Mike Bauman 10/21/2004

It wasn't miraculous, it wasn't mystical, it wasn't mysterious. It was the Boston Red Sox being the better ballclub. Full story >

ALCS MVP Ortiz keeps the faith 'Big Papi' leads Sox to American League pennant

2004 ALCS ranks among best ever Seven-game classic had a little bit of everything

Game balls: Rating Game 7 Ortiz, Damon, Lowe each earn five Wallys

The other ALCS awards MVP Ortiz not the only one who gets love

Facts machine Several records set during 2004 ALCS

Facts machine Home teams get split decision in 2004 LCS Game 7's

ALCS insanity will drive you crazy Outcome unbelievable -- if you hadn't witnessed it

Sox's resurrection in perspective Unprecedented comeback among history's greatest

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Thrilled Sox not satisfied After vanquishing Yankees, eyes are on ultimate prize

Wakefield tabbed for Game 1 Schilling goes next, follwed by Martinez and then Lowe

Notes: Ortiz set to play first DH will move to infield when series shifts to NL stadium

Getting down to business Red Sox merchants gearing up for World Series

What's next for the Red Sox? Cardinals, Astros could prove formidable foes

After tense ALCS, Sox let loose Club overcome by emotion after making history

Left-for-dead Sox win historic ALCS Boston returns to World Series for first time since 1986

Damon lets his hair down vs. Yanks Struggling center fielder belts two home runs

HeLLLoWWWWe, World Series! Lowe pitches solid six innings in Game 7 victory

Millar: I'm so proud of this group First baseman reflects on Boston's historic victory

Down 3-0, Francona kept it together Red Sox skipper made tough choices, right moves

Owners' stake in Sox personal Faith in team and imaginitive GM deliver big first step

Facts machine Red Sox fourth team to win LCS Games 6, 7 on road

Red Sox short hops Defense, pitching, Big Papi and Damon come through

Notes: Last-ditch scenario Idea to suture Schilling's ankle pays dividends

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager says team just wanted to win and move on

David Ortiz postgame quotes MVP talks about winning the American League pennant

Derek Lowe postgame quotes Pitcher's thoughts on what win means to Boston fans

Terry Francona pregame quotes Manager comments on Game 7 starter, bullpen

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yanks reluctantly begin offseason Players, coaches bid farewell for the winter

Cashman returning in 2005 Steinbrenner tells Yankees GM his job is safe

Notes: Olerud weighing options Giambi expected back at full strength in spring

Red Sox end Yanks' postseason Brown, Vazquez struggle, bats silenced by Lowe

Yanks came oh-so-close to Series First four-game skid since April ends Bombers' season

Ending comes too soon Yankee clubhouse mood somber after Game 7 loss

In the end, pitching did in Yankees Brown's Game 7 outing not the only struggle on mound

Sheffield Q&A: ALCS Game 7 Calls ALCS loss to Red Sox 'very disappointing'

Yanks on wrong side of history ALCS loss to Sox is first 3-0 comeback in baseball

Yankees short hops Numbers don't add up to AL pennant

Notes: Olerud available for Game 7 First baseman not 100 percent, but could pinch-hit

Joe Torre postgame quotes Manager shares thoughts on Game 7, series loss

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager talks about Yankees-Red Sox rivalry

10/19, GAME 6: Red Sox 4, Yankees 2 Wrap >

Bauman: No surprise to these Sox

By Mike Bauman 10/20/2004

It is amazing. And yet, it is not all that surprising.The Boston Red Sox have done something no baseball team in history has been able to do and they have done it against the New York Yankees. Full story >

Play at first key in tense Game 6 Umps rule interference as Rodriguez bats ball away

Randy Marsh, Rich Rieker quotes ALCS Game 6 umpires comment on two pivotal calls

Game balls: Rating Game 6 Schilling and much-maligned Bellhorn shine

Sox-Yanks, Game 7: A fitting finale It's winner-take-all yet again for these storied rivals

Astros, Red Sox try to make history Comebacks would be record-setting

ALCS Game 6 Hot Sheet Ten things to ponder in advance of Game 6

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Schilling, Sox ring bell for Game 7 Boston hurler guts his way through seven innings

Ailing Schilling comes up huge Starter eager to redeem himself after Game 1 fiasco

History on the line in New York One more win will put Red Sox in the record books

Bellhorn proves he belongs Struggling infielder's homer the diference in key win

Why not the Red Sox? Really. History finally turning in Boston's favor

Millar: We stick behind each other First baseman breaks down Game 6 and looks ahead

Red Sox short hops Boston treading where no team has gone before

Notes: Foulke closes the deal Red Sox reliever nails down save in Game 6

Sox turn to Lowe for Game 7 Better-rested righty gets nod over Wakefield

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager talks about Schilling's performance

Curt Schilling postgame quotes Pitcher taks about the win, steps taken to treat his ankle

Mark Bellhorn postgame quotes Second baseman talks about his three-run home run

Terry Francona pregame quotes Manager talks about Red Sox pitching, lineup

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yankees fall short in Game 6 Lieber struggles in fourth; Sox force deciding Game 7

Play at first key in tense Game 6 Umps rule interference as Rodriguez bats ball away

Bats have no answer for Schilling Red Sox starter keeps Yanks quiet for seven innings

For Yanks, how did it come to this? Since Game 3 rout, series has been a tense affair

Sheffield Q&A: ALCS Game 6 Right fielder talks about a wild, wooly contest

Facts machine Yankees Nos. 2-5 hitters shut down in Games 4-6

Yankees short hops World Series, bragging rights hanging in the balance

Facts machine Williams in a League Championship Series of his own

Brown holds Yanks' fate in Game 7 Right-hander struggled against Sox in Game 3

Notes: No plans made for Game 7 Torre focused on winning Game 6, going to World Series

Joe Torre postgame quotes Manager says approach was fine, didn't go Yanks way

Jorge Posada pregame quotes Yankees catcher keeps looking forward

Joe Torre pregame quotes Yankees manager focuses on today

10/18, GAME 5: Red Sox 5, Yankees 4 Wrap >

Bauman: Dream lives on for Sox

By Mike Bauman 10/19/2004

The Red Sox, trying to go where no baseball team has ever gone, kept their hopes alive Monday night with another heart-pounding, marathon win over the Yankees. Full story >

Game balls: Rating Game 5 Ortiz and Boston bullpen share top honors

And now, back to the Bronx Stories abound as rivals trade punches in ALCS

Yankees fans stay confident New Yorkers not shaken by Game 4 loss

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Sox in a New York state of mind Boston forces Game 6 thanks to Ortiz's heroics

Once again, Ortiz delivers Red Sox slugger having a magical ALCS vs. Yankees

Wakefield pays off for Francona Series of key moves leads to crucial Red Sox win

Millar: Momentum with Sox First baseman breaks down another classic game

Pedro: 'We'll just push forward' Red Sox ace surrenders four runs over six innings

Red Sox short hops Ortiz, bullpen save the day for Red Sox in Game 5

Varitek has the right stuff Boston catcher changes things up against Mussina

Notes: Mueller rises to occasion Third baseman delivered clutch hit in Game 4 victory

Schilling gets another shot With special boot, ailing Red Sox ace to give it a go

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager says team is tired, winning on fumes

Tim Wakefield postgame quotes Pitcher says last two nights show character of team

Curt Schilling postgame quotes Game 6 starter comments on his ankle

Bill Mueller pregame quotes Third baseman talks to the media before Game 5

Terry Francona pregame quotes Sox skipper meets the media before Game 5

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yanks, Sox headed back to NY Second straight extra-inning loss forces ALCS Game 6

Bullpen keeps Yanks in game Relievers do yeoman's work in Game 5

Yanks can't take advantage Both clubs strand runners, but Sox scratch out win

Sheffield Q&A: Game 5, ALCS Yankees outfielder says team can't look back

Moose gives Yanks gritty outing Right-hander survives tough first inning

Facts machine Williams in a League Championship Series of his own

Yankees short hops Thrilling postseason baseball adds to storied rivalry

Notes: Torre not second-guessing Manager not fazed by Game 4, puts loss behind him

Lieber to go in Game 6 of ALCS Righty tries to help Yankees advance to World Series

Joe Torre postgame quotes Team is tired, but everyone is available for Game 6

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager addresses the media before Game 5

10/17, GAME 4: Red Sox 6, Yankees 4 Wrap >

For one day, hope prevails

By Mike Bauman 10/18/2004

With their backs to the wall, the Red Sox managed to earn themselves a bit more time. While they believe they can become the first team to overcome a three-game deficit to win a playoff series, history is against them. Full story >

Pens' swinging gate an issue Both pitching staffs ridden hard in long, tense ALCS

Game balls: Rating Game 4 Ortiz, Mueller, Cabrera enjoy monster performances

Great pitching matchup in Game 5 It will be Moose vs. Pedro at Fenway Park

Ticket information for Monday Tickets to rained out Game 3 accepted for Game 5

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Emotional comeback for Red Sox Boston lives to fight another day thanks to Ortiz homer

Multiple heroes for Red Sox Veterans provide the spark for Boston in Game 4

Bullpen provides relief Red Sox hurlers rebound with stellar outings

Millar: Sox back on track 'Tonight's game was a full team effort'

For Sox die-hards, win is a sign On a cold Boston night, dramatic win rewards faithful

Pedro ready with season on the line Veteran right-hander takes the ball for Sox in Game 5

Red Sox short hops Ortiz helps Boston keep hopes alive

Notes: Schilling for Game 6 If Red Sox win Monday, veteran will pitch in New York

Sox fans keep the faith Nation upbeat despite 0-3 deficit in ALCS

David Ortiz postgame quotes Slugger talks to media about his game-winning homer

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager says everyone contributed in victory

Jason Varitek pregame quotes Catcher says team has put Game 3 loss behind them

Terry Francona pregame quotes Manager comments on available pitching, rotation

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yankees drop Game 4 in extras Quantrill gives up 12th-inning homer; Sox force Game 5

Rivera able to move past Game 4 Boston rally is third blown save this year against Sox

Sheffield Q&A: Game 4, ALCS All-Star slugger discusses disheartening loss

Quantrill has rough end to Game 4 Reliever hopes to bounce back from walk-off homer

Yankees short hops Rivera cooled off with blown save in ninth

Facts machine Williams in a League Championship Series of his own

Notes: Olerud sits out Game 4 Sore foot keeps first baseman on bench

Mussina gets the start in Game 5 Right-hander earned win in Game 1 after perfect start

Joe Torre postgame quotes Manager says team has to put this game behind them

Hideki Matsui pregame quotes Says familiarity with pitchers is reason for success

Joe Torre pregame quotes Yankees aren't writing off Red Sox, staying focused

10/16, GAME 3: Yankees 19, Red Sox 8 Wrap >

Bauman: Yanks do it every which way

By Mike Bauman 10/17/2004

There are three words to describe this one: Thump, thump, and thump. The Yankees, having won the pitchers' duel in Game 2, took Game 3 of the ALCS to the other end of the spectrum. Full story >

ALCS Game 4 Hot Sheet Ten topics people are talking about

Red Sox need some extra points Game 3 breakdown more like a football game

Game balls: Rating Game 3 Matsui, Williams, A-Rod all rate high for NY

Facts machine ALCS Game 3 filled with postseason records

Red Sox face history in Game 4 Down 3-0, Boston asks Lowe to beat Yanks, Duque

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Red Sox stand at the abyss One more loss will end Boston's postseason

Wakefield's time comes early Knuckleballer volunteered for bullpen duty

Squandered opportunities Baserunning mistakes hurt Red Sox's chances

Millar: This team will not quit 'We have to find a way to shut them down'

Red Sox short hops Pitching predicament for Boston heading to Game 4

Balk leads to New York run Mendoza mistake allows Matsui to score

Nosebleed seat forever a luxury Splinter's record blast made spot stuff of legend

For stunned Sox, it's all up to Lowe Work by Wakefield means veteran righty gets the call

Notes: Door open for Schilling There's a slight chance he could pitch in Game 5

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager says Game 4 is a whole new ballgame

Orlando Cabrera pregame quotes Shortstop comments on his first trip to the postseason

Terry Francona pregame quotes Manager talks Fenway atmosphere, Schilling update

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yankees open up on Red Sox LCS records fall by wayside in Game 3 win

Record-setting night for Matsui Godzilla ties LCS record with five hits, knocks in five

Heart of the lineup carries Yanks Hitting explosion puts New York in strong series lead

Bernie sets trio of LCS marks Center fielder breaks hits, RBI and total base records

Facts machine Williams in a League Championship Series of his own

Sheffield Q&A: Game 3, ALCS Slugger talks about the Yankees' big night

In a pinch, Vazquez comes up big Former starter provides stability in Game 3 relief role

Brown glad Yanks have his back On off night for starter, team's offense provides boost

Yankees short hops Record-setting night for Bronx Bombers in Beantown

Torre tabs El Duque for Game 4 Righty says he's ready -- if not, Yanks' rotation flexible

Notes: Duque decision not difficult Torre, Stottlemyre chose to give Mussina extra day off

Joe Torre postgame quotes Despite big night, Yankees won't overlook Game 4

Alex Rodriguez postgame quotes Third baseman talks about his offensive output

Derek Jeter pregame quotes Shortstop comments on Red Sox fans

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager talks about the intense rivalry, Boston fans

10/15, POSTPONED

Rain postpones ALCS Game 3

By Tom Singer / MLB.com 10/15/2004

Friday night's Game 3 of the American League Championship Series was postponed 2 1/2 hours after rains began pelting Fenway Park. The series will resume Saturday night at 7:30 p.m. ET. Full story >

Arroyo, Red Sox need to get going Schilling's injury status puts Boston on shaky footing

Sox on the (hair) cutting edge Boston 'dos a bone of contention in Beantown

Game 2: MLB.com Game Wrap Yankees top Pedro

Game 1: MLB.com Game Wrap Red Sox rally falls short

ALCS stats Games 1 and 2 by the numbers

Sandy Alderson rainout quotes Comments to media regarding game postponement

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Rain creates options for Sox If there's a Game 5, Martinez could start over Lowe

Bellhorn looks to leave his mark Second baseman limited to just one ALCS hit

Rain postpones ALCS Game 3 Red Sox-Yankees to be made up Monday

A-Rod, Mientkiewicz hit the big time Former prep teammates meet on biggest stage

Notes: Schilling tests ankle Boston right-hander tries out new high-top shoe

Terry Francona rainout quotes Comments on effects of the delay, update on Schilling

Terry Francona pregame quotes Manager talks about advantages of playing at home

Tim Wakefield pregame quotes Game 4 starter has confidence in pitching at home

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Rainout causes no rotation change Brown to go on Saturday, El Duque on Sunday

Sheffield at home in spotlight Slugger finds rivalry, atmosphere as advertised

Bernie heats up in fall's chill Williams shines under bright lights of postseason

A-Rod, Mientkiewicz hit the big time Former prep teammates meet on biggest stage

Notes: Sierra to be in Game 3 lineup Veteran to replace Lofton at DH against Arroyo

Mel Stottlemyre rainout quotes Pitching coach talks rotation scenarios

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager discusses Yankees' pitching

Orlando Hernandez pregame quotes El Duque happy to be Game 4 starter

10/14, OFF-DAY

Arroyo, Sox need to get going

By Mike Bauman 10/15/2004

Before Curt Schilling's ankle turned out to be more seriously injured than previously thought, the Boston Red Sox could reasonably expect a good chance at two guaranteed wins. But news that Schilling may be out for good turns the Red Sox from ALCS favorites to ALCS long shots heading into Game 3 at Fenway. Full story >

Bauman: Yankees rotation on point Starting veteran pitchers more well-rested than usual

Hope still alive in Beantown Red Sox Nation looking at the bright side

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Schilling scratched from Game 5 Lowe set to start in right-hander's absence

Sox's catalyst needs to turn it up Damon not getting the job done in leadoff spot

Arroyo ready to take center stage Young hurler has earned starting spot

Notes: Home is where the hope is Sox look to turn series around with three at Fenway

Francona off-day quotes Sox manager talks about being down 2-0, Schilling

Arroyo off-day quotes Sox starter talks about getting the ball in Game 3

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Torre gives El Duque Game 4 nod Hernandez ready to go, gets call over Vazquez

Rivera money in Yankees' bank Bombers' closer second to none for a decade

Yanks' success a collective effort Veterans set the tone, newcomers follow and deliver

Notes: Gordon struggling in relief Usually reliable righty having hard time in postseason

Posada cool with minicams now Catcher was just looking out for 'his dirt'

Facts machine Yankees know how to close out a series

Joe Torre off-day quotes Yankees skipper discusses ALCS

Bernie Williams off-day quotes Yankees outfielder discusses the postseason

10/13, GAME 2: Yankees 3, Red Sox 1 Wrap >

Bauman: Lieber shines in the shadows

By Mike Bauman 10/14/2004

The pitching story of Game 2 of the ALCS was supposed to be Pedro Martinez. But Yankees righthander Jon Lieber was substantially better on this night. Full story >

Pedro paternity test: Who's daddy? Solving the question on every Yankee fan's mind

Game balls: Rating Game 2 Lieber, Rivera riding in style with strong performances

Facts machine Taking 2-0 lead in LCS play a great way to start

Arroyo, Red Sox need to get going Schilling's injury status puts Boston on shaky footing

In enemy land, Sox fans still believe Boston faithful wary but pleased at Stadium reception

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Boston backs into a hole Red Sox find themselves down 0-2 in ALCS

Schilling hopes to pitch again Red Sox hurler will eventually need surgery on ankle

Millar: Our fans will be behind us Sox first baseman confident Boston will rebound

Martinez not bothered by chants Red Sox hurler realized he 'was somebody important'

Damon, offense in a funk Red Sox bats looking to catch fire vs. Yankees

Red Sox short hops Backs against the wall, Boston tries to regroup quickly

Arroyo stays cool despite pressure Youngster faces critical Game 3 with Sox on ropes

Notes: Lowe could fill the void Sinkerballer an option if Schilling unable to start

Pedro Martinez postgame quotes Attention from crowd made pitcher feel good

Terry Francona postgame quotes Time to go home, regroup, look toward next game

Dr. Morgan, Theo Epstein quotes Details given regarding Schilling's ankle

Terry Francona pregame quotes Talks about possibility of losing Schilling for series

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Lieber carries Yanks to 2-0 lead Righty shines; Olerud's blast sends NY to win in Game 2

Lieber dominates Sox in Game 2 Hurler in command in seven-plus-inning gem

Quiet man Olerud carries big stick First baseman's two-run HR the difference in Game 2

Sheffield Q&A: Game 2, ALCS Outfielder talks about getting to Pedro early, Lieber

Yankees short hops Pitching, key hits help New York to 2-0 ALCS lead

Brown set for Fenway, Game 3 Fiery right-hander looks to temper riled Red Sox crowd

Notes: Mo catches up on some rest After sleepless weekend, Rivera recharges his batteries

Jon Lieber postgame quotes Game 1 winner discusses performance on the mound

Joe Torre postgame quotes Comments on Game 2 pitching performances

John Olerud postgame quotes First baseman talks about his two-run home run

Kevin Brown pregame quotes Pitcher discusses starting Game 3 Friday in Boston

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager feels good about pitching

10/12, GAME 1: Yankees 10, Red Sox 7 Wrap >

No save bigger for Rivera

By Mike Bauman 10/13/2004

Mariano Rivera never stood taller for the New York Yankees than he did Tuesday night at Yankee Stadium. Full story >

Short night for Schilling Red Sox hurler roughed up in ALCS opener vs. Yanks

Yanks' Moose rises to occasion Starter flirts with perfection with 6 1/3 dominant innings

Game balls: Rating Game 1 Mussina, Matsui, Rivera lead Yanks' charge

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Red Sox rally falls short Late outburst not enough in Game 1 of ALCS

No quit in resilient Red Sox Boston proves itself with late comeback on Yanks

Millar: 'We'll be back in Game 2' First baseman looking for Boston to even up series

Ace to let his arm do the talking Martinez looking to pull Red Sox even vs. New York

Red Sox short hops Boston keeps fighting, but big early hole too much

Notes: He's managing just fine Francona comfortable entering showdown vs. Yankees

Game balls: Rating Game 1 Mussina, Matsui, Rivera lead Yanks' charge

Which Pedro will show for Game 2? Boston co-ace may be stopper vs. Yanks' Lieber

Terry Francona postgame quotes Manager wants to take it one game at a time

Kevin Millar pregame quotes First baseman discusses his team and the Yankees

Terry Francona pregame quotes Red Sox manager talks about his unique team

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

Yanks open quickly, hold on for win Matsui drives in five; Rivera shuts door on Red Sox

Godzilla burns Sox with five RBIs Japanese slugger paces Yankees' 10-run attack

Q&A with Gary Sheffield: Game 1 Sheff talks about wild ALCS opener against Red Sox

Positive end to Rivera's long day Closer arrives in second inning, earns save in game

Confident Lieber ready to shine Game 2 starter has trust of teammates, skipper

NY fans offer Sox 'fatherly' advice Pedro's 'daddy' comments spark new twist on rivalry

Yankees short hops Big numbers fall in New York's favor

Striking first in the LCS Winning Game 1 a big first step towards series victory

Notes: Randolph to meet with Mets Coach gets OK to interview for open manager's job

Game balls: Rating Game 1 Mussina, Matsui, Rivera lead Yanks' charge

Joe Torre postgame quotes Manager comments on his team's performance

Mariano Rivera postgame quotes Teammates helped him through emotional day

Hideki Matsui postgame quotes Nice to tie ALCS RBI record, winning is most important

Joe Torre pregame quotes Manager shares thoughts on Game 2 starter Lieber

Jon Lieber pregame quotes Pitcher talks about road to the postseason

10/11, RED SOX-YANKEES PREVIEW

The rivalry that never rests

By Mike Bauman 10/11/2004

Excitement about this postseason series has been building for some time -- since roughly 1920, as it turns out. Full story >

Game 1 to be culture clash Red Sox and Yankees to begin battle on Tuesday

Believe history or your eyes? One says Yankees, but other says Sox are the pick

Position analysis: Sox vs. Yanks A breakdown of how the ALCS foes stack up

Pitching analysis: Sox vs. Yanks A breakdown of the ALCS mound matchups

ALCS Game 5 moved to prime time on Sunday, Oct. 17 Game scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET

O Zone in the postseason RISP statistic provides insight into series outcomes

Baseball Daily News / Red Sox

Man-ny on a mission Sox slugger: 'It's going to be an unbelievable series'

Schilling not worried about ankle Red Sox hurler ready to take the ball in Game 1 of ALCS

A more lucid Damon in ALCS Sox outfielder set to have some fun vs. Yankees

Notes: Mendoza added to roster Postseason veteran no stranger to NY in October

Red Sox out to make history This year's edition out to conquer past demons

Red Sox keys to victory in ALCS Five things Boston needs to do to win series

Terry Francona workout day quotes Won't do anything differently, just wants to play ball

Curt Schilling workout day quotes Game 1 starter answers questions about his ankle

Baseball Daily News / Yankees

A-Rod glad to be in pinstripes Slugging third baseman almost ended up in Boston

Notes: Yanks' rotation clearer New York has not decided who will start Game 4

Rivera's status uncertain Closer said he plans on returning to team on Tuesday

Personal tragedy touches Yanks Club has coped, succeeded in face of tough situations

Mussina ready for ALCS Game 1 Veteran ready for another round of Yanks-Sox rivalry

Bench is a strength for Yankees Olerud, Sturtze, Clark among unsung heroes

Yankees keys to victory in ALCS Five things New York needs to do to win series

Boone pulling for his old mates Ex-Yankee made his mark in New York-Boston rivalry

Joe Torre workout day quotes Yankees skipper discusses the upcoming ALCS

Mike Mussina workout day quotes Game 1 starter addressed the media on Monday

Brian Cashman workout day quotes Yankees GM meets with the media on Monday