The New York Yankees are gunning for a 27th World Series championship,
and you can catch some of the action this season on NBC3 and CW6! Check back here for news and notes on the Bronx Bombers, and 
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Yankees decline $1.25 million option on Mitre   

The New York Yankees have declined a $1.25 million option on pitcher Sergio Mitre.

Torre happy for Girardi, Yankees   

Dodgers manager Joe Torre says he was pleased when successor Joe Girardi and the New York Yankees won the World Series this month.

George Steinbrenner spends time at his office   

George Steinbrenner returned to his office at the Yankees' spring training complex for the first time since New York won the World Series last week.

Jeter, Teixeira win AL Gold Gloves   

Derek Jeter has won his fourth Gold Glove at shortstop, joining New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira among the American League players honored for fielding excellence.

Yanks' Damon wants to return; will explore options   

Johnny Damon, who turned 36 Thursday, tied a career high with 24 homers this season and hit .281 with nine RBIs in the playoffs.

When confetti runs out, Yankees fans toss documents   

New York City office workers who got carried away during the Yankees victory parade apparently began tossing files and documents out the window when they couldn't get their hands on confetti.

Yankees baseballs to benefit Boys and Girls Clubs   

That return to glory will bring plenty of smiles to many who work with the Boys and Girls Clubs throughout the state of New York, including the Madison Square Boys and Girls Clubs.

Festive air as New York City fetes Yankees   

Crowds roared and church bells rang in lower Manhattan on Friday as the Yankees' World Series championship celebration revved up with a ticker-tape parade.

Yankees turn attention to number 28   

The sign men were out bright and early at the Yankees minor league complex, sticking vinyl strips with a fresh, white "27" over the "26" that had been up on the board for nine, long years to mark the team's total of World Series titles.

Girardi stops to aid motorist after bagging Series   

Yankees manager Joe Girardi capped off a victorious evening by helping a car crash victim in suburban New York.

Matsui's bat, Damon's spikes headed to Hall of Fame   

Hideki Matsui's bat and Johnny Damon's spikes are among the items from the Yankees' World Series title going to the Baseball Hall of Fame.

Everything in New York will be Girardi's for the asking   

It doesn't hurt, of course, that Joe Girardi was a hero in New York long before he parked his backside in the manager's chair two years ago.

Yankees give 'The Boss' his 7th title as owner   

For a guy who was hundreds of miles away, George Steinbrenner still managed to dominate the World Series.

A-Rod finally a champion after year of turmoil   

After the New York Yankees regained the title for the first time in nine years, after the podium presentation before a delirious crowd of 50,315 christened the new ballpark with a championship in its first year, A-Rod was the one to carry the trophy back to the clubhouse.

Matsui named World Series MVP   

Hideki Matsui did all sorts of damage Wednesday night, setting a record with six RBIs in a World Series clincher and leading the New York Yankees over the Philadelphia Phillies.

Yankees' fab four claim another championship   

The lone holdovers from the mid-1990s, when the Yankees began their run of four titles in five years were all fittingly involved in the win Wednesday.

Yankees beat Phillies for 27th World Series title   

Nearly a decade after their dynasty ended on a blooper in the desert, the New York Yankees are baseball's best again.

Pettitte, Yanks go for title against old foe Pedro   

Still stalking that elusive 27th championship, New York turns to Andy Pettitte once again in Game 6 on Wednesday night.

Howard piling up Ks at record pace in World Series   

Overall, the Philadelphia Phillies' slugger has struck out 12 times in the first five games, tying Willie Wilson for most whiffs in a World Series.

Philly's Victorino day to day with injured finger   

Phillies center fielder Shane Victorino was examined by doctors Tuesday and manager Charlie Manuel said he isn't sure if he'll be able to play in Game 6 of the World Series on Wednesday night.

Teixeira remains upbeat despite slump   

While Alex Rodriguez is piling up RBIs in the cleanup spot behind him, Mark Teixeira is searching for answers in his first postseason after signing a $180 million, eight-year contract with New York in January.

Mom of Yankees' Chamberlain faces prison for drugs   

The mother of New York Yankees pitcher Joba Chamberlain faces up to 20 years in prison when she's sentenced next month on a felony drug charge.

Yanks head home with two chances left to win Series   

New York squandered its first opportunity to clinch championship No. 27 when A.J. Burnett flopped in Game 5 on Monday night.

Lee may start Game 7 on two days' rest   

Cliff Lee could earn a Game 7 start for the Philadelphia Phillies if they force the World Series to a decisive game against the New York Yankees.

Utley ties Jackson's record for homers in a Series   

Even in the World Series, Chase Utley doesn't pause to admire his homers. He's had plenty of opportunities, too, connecting five times to tie Reggie Jackson's record set in 1977 with the Yankees.

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