Archive for November 26th, 2009
Report: Yanks PA voice Sheppard retiring (AP)
Bob Sheppard says he has no plans to return to his longtime job as the public address announcer at Yankee Stadium. MLB.com reported Thursday that Sheppard, who is in his late 90s, doubts very much that he'll be able to resume his duties for even one New York Yankees game next season. Sheppard hasn't worked [...]
Posted: November 26th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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Sosa sued for $203K in Dominican court (AP)
Sammy Sosa is being sued for $203,000 by a businessman in the Dominican Republic who says the former Major Leaguer owes him for — among other things — commission on a house sale. Carim Abu Nabaa alleges that Sosa has not paid him a commission of $150,000 on a house sale, $43,000 for a luxury [...]
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Jays sign SS Gonzalez to 1-year deal (AP)
The Toronto Blue Jays signed shortstop Alex Gonzalez to a one-year deal worth $2.75 million on Thursday, which includes a club option for 2011. The move came a day after backup shortstop John McDonald agreed to a $3-million, two-year deal that effectively marked the end of free agent Marco Scutaro's time with the club.
Posted: November 26th, 2009 under Uncategorized.
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