Yankees' pitcher Phil Hughes spoke with Mark Feinsand of the New York Daily News recently, saying that he is focused on the 2009 season.

CC Sabathia figures to sign a contract well over the $100 million mark this offseason, but history indicates that may not bode well for his team's playoff chances.

Madonna unofficially confirmed her relationship with Yankees third baseman Alex Rodriguez on Wednesday night during a concert in Miami.

If the Angels deliver a competitive offer to CC Sabathia, the Yankees could increase their offer in order to get their man.

If the Yankees aren't able to sign CC Sabathia, they could try to make up for it by offering A.

A source close to the Kabbalah Centre says that Alex Rodriguez has backed out of attending private classes with spiritual leader Eitan Yardeni, canceling them at the last minute.

While CC Sabathia originally planned to make his decision after the Thanksgiving weekend, he could move more quickly if so mandated by the other players, such as Mark Teixiera in the equation.

The Angels have made it known that they would like to re-sign Mark Teixeira, but if the first baseman doesn't make a quick decision, Los Angeles could move onto CC Sabathia.

CC Sabathia developed a relationship with LeBron James from his days with the Cavaliers, and the Knicks pursuit of King James could help the Yankees land Sabathia.

Derek Lowe is becoming a hotter commodity on the free agent market than the Mets expected, and they are reportedly considering passing on the pitcher.

New York's Hideki Matsui will not play in the 2009 World Baseball Classic in the wake of left knee surgery.

Mike Mussina revealed on Friday that he had known since spring training that 2008 would be his final season in the Major Leagues.

If the Yankees don't land two of the top three free-agent pitchers they target, they will likely attempt to bolster an already powerful batting order.

The Yankees haven't been shy this offseason, but they aren't necessarily ready to meet the demands of free-agent A.

The Yankees dealt for Nick Swisher, more of a first baseman than outfielder, but one industry source suggested this move could be a prelude to another deal with a National League club, keeping first base open for Mark Teixeira.

Yankees pitcher Mike Mussina officially retired on Thursday just weeks after recording his first 20-win season, and New York captain Derek Jeter weighed in on his decision.

Hal Steinbrenner claims that free agent pitcher CC Sabathia has a deadline to accept the team's sizable contract offer.

The Yankees intended to make four-year offers on A.

Mark Teixeira's agent,Scott Boras is in deep economic discussions with interested clubs, according to a major-league source.

George Steinbrenner officially passed control of the New York Yankees to his son Hal on Thursday.

Five-time All-Star Mike Mussina today announced his retirement from Baseball.

An agent familiar with the situation said Wednesday he expected the San Francisco Giants to make an offer to CC Sabathia's agents.

As first reported by ESPN's Peter Gammons, CC Sabathia doesn't intend to decide on his next team until after the Thanksgiving weekend.

Mike Mussina will retire after an 18-season career and make his decision official later this week, major-league sources say.

Yankees' outfielder Johnny Damon isn't normally a greedy guy, but he'd like to see his team sign both CC Sabathia and A.

Bernie Williams, who turned 40 in September, has kept himself in shape and insists that he's only two or three weeks away from being major-league ready if a team did call.

There are rumblings that the Dodgers either have offered or are about to offer CC Sabathia a six-year contract worth between $110 and $120 million.

The Yankees' farm system is strong and deep enough to match up with the Padres if the teams revive their discussions on right-hander Jake Peavy.

Scott Boras, according to executives with two different teams interested in Derek Lowe, is telling clubs he wants "a Zito-type contract" for the free-agent right-hander.

The Red Sox reportedly plan to be a major player for free agent A.

The defending-champion Rays are looking for a left-handed designated hitter and free agent Jason Giambi fits that bit perfectly.

The Yankees have decided to offer outfielder Bobby Abreu arbitration, people familiar with their thinking tell SI.

While they wait for a decision from CC Sabathia, the Yankees have expressed strong interest in righthanded pitchers Derek Lowe and A.

The Yankees offered CC Sabathia a contract in the ballpark of six years and $140 million last week.

Padres general manager Kevin Towers claims that there have been no recent discussions with New York's Brian Cashman regarding a trade for Jake Peavy.

The Yankees are reportedly finalizing an offer to free agent pitcher A.

The New York Yankees announced today they will play the first-ever exhibition games at the new Yankee Stadium against the Chicago Cubs on Friday, April 3 at 7:05 p.

The Yankees hope that Mike Mussina will decide within the next few days whether or not he plans to pitch in 2009.

Darrell Rasner will not return to the Yankees next season after the team sold his rights to the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles of the Japanese Pacific League on Saturday.

Cavaliers star LeBron James believes that his beloved Yankees will in fact sign CC Sabathia to bolster their rotation this offseason.

The Yankees are keeping an eye on San Diego's Jake Peavy as they continue to court free agents like CC Sabathia, A.

Brewers general manager Doug Melvin believes that the Yankees offer to free agent pitcher CC Sabathia was excessive.

The Yankees tendered an offer to free agent pitcher CC Sabathia on Friday, reportedly worth more than $137.

The chances of Ryan Dempster re-signing with the Cubs seemed to disappear as the chances of a trade for Jake Peavy increased, which could leave Chicago with addition money this offseason.

The Yankees will make an offer to exceed Johan Santana’s $137.

The New York Mets have decided to also get involved in the CC Sabathia free agency, according to the New York Daily News.

The New York Yankees announced today that they have acquired switch-hitting first baseman/outfielder Nick Swisher and right-handed pitcher Kanekoa Texeira from the Chicago White Sox in exchange for infielder Wilson Betemit and right-handed pitchers Jeff Marquez and Jhonny Nunez.

CC Sabathia wants to go home to California and play in the NL, where he can hit, but he is also realistic about how hard he expects the Yankees to pursue him.

The New York Yankees announced today that they have signed left-handed pitcher Damaso Marte to a three-year contract with a one-year club option for 2012.

Yankees' co-chairman Hal Steinbrenner claims that the team is prepared to spend whatever they have to in order to field a championship-caliber team next season.

Tom Holliday would have loved to have seen his son traded from the Rockies to the Yankees this week.

Andy Pettitte filed for free agency Sunday after repeatedly saying he hopes to return to the club next year.

Workers in the Bronx removed the plate, pitching rubber and some dirt from the mound at old Yankee Stadium and moved it to the new Yankee Stadium across the street this weekend.

Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter said Friday that he has spoken to free agent pitcher CC Sabathia about joining him in New York.

Andy Pettitte wants to return to the Yankees next season but is still waiting to hear from the team about how they feel.

The buzz that has been circulating about Robinson Cano ending up with the Dodgers has not gone away, but Yankee officials expect him to remain in the Bronx.

Andy Pettitte has a relationship with Ranger president Nolan Ryan, so there was speculation at the GM meetings that, perhaps, Pettitte could wind up in Texas rather than remaining with the Yankees.

The Yankees have expressed interest in acquiring Mike Cameron, but a source called getting the centerfielder "unlikely.

The New York Yankees announced today they have declined their 2009 option on left-handed pitcher Damaso Marte, making him a free agent.

The Padres reportedly want at least two pitchers and an outfielder for Jake Peavy, and the Yankees are preparing an offer for the former Cy Young winner.

The Yankees still appear to be interested in Brewers center fielder Mike Cameron and could move Melky Cabrera and pitching to acquire him.

Andy Pettitte, who still hasn't filed for free agency, wants to pitch for the Yankees next season.

The Yankees are reportedly more interested in signing free agent first baseman Mark Teixeira than they are in adding outfielder Manny Ramirez.

The Yankees met with representatives for CC Sabathia on Monday in the first step towards signing the free agent lefthander.

Red Sox GM Theo Epstein claims that he's not worried about what kind of splashes the rival Yankees will make in free agency this offseason.

A statistical group that tracks every ball hit in the majors claims that Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter is the worst fielder in baseball.

The Yankees declined the 2009 option on the contract of pitcher Carl Pavano on Tuesday, but he reportedly could still pitch in pinstripes next season.

The New York Yankees announced today they have declined their options on first baseman Jason Giambi and right-handed pitcher Carl Pavano, making each player a free agent.

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman claims that Mike Mussina could start for the team next season should he decide to return for another year.

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has insisted that his first priority is pitching and he is reportedly targeting CC Sabathia, Derek Lowe and A.

Padres' pitcher Jake Peavy is reportedly open to a possible trade to either the Angels or Yankees.

The Yankees have declined the option on the contract of relief pitcher Damaso Marte, making him a free agent.

Hank Steinbrenner confirmed on Friday that the Yankees will take a look at free agent slugger Manny Ramirez.