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Sabathia Will Start Game 4 On Short Rest
The Yankees have announced that, as expected, CC Sabathia will pitch on short rest in Game 4 against the Phillies.
Game 4 of the World Series will be Sunday night in Philadelphia.
"CC has pitched extremely well for us this year," Girardi said before Game 3. "We wanted to see how he came out today, how physically he came out today, and he physically feels good."
Girardi added that A.J. Burnett and Andy Pettitte could pitch on short rest in Games 4 and 5.
"There is no baseball after the World Series for four or five months, so there will be plenty of time to rest," Girardi said. "A.J. was pretty good on short rest last year, if you look up his numbers. He actually shut us down on short rest last year. And they physically feel good."
No Philly Transit Strike During World Series
There will not be a Philadelphia transit strike this weekend during the World Series.
Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell and Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter told reporters late Saturday afternoon that a 6 p.m. strike deadline would pass with no walkout by the union representing more than 5,000 bus drivers, subway and trolley operators.
Hamels Looked Up To Pettitte As Kid
Phillies pitcher Cole Hamels will start against Yankees lefty Andy Pettitte in Saturday night's Game 3 of the World Series.
Hamels, 25, looked up to Pettitte, 37, as a kid.
"Andy Pettitte and Tom Glavine, those were the guys I emulated growing up when I was a little kid," Hamels told Yahoo! Sports. "They were always in the playoffs. I always got to watch them. They always pitched big games and they won.
"Pettitte has been very effective for a long time, and he's always the kind of guy I've looked at and hoped to be one day in his shoes. Now I'm here and I'm going to be able to face him in the World Series and he's on the Yankees again. So it's just kind of a big game."
Swisher Back In Lineup For Game 3
Right fielder Nick Swisher is in the lineup for the New York Yankees in Game 3 of the World Series.
New York manager Joe Girardi didn't start the struggling Swisher against the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 2 of the World Series, which the Yankees won.
With the series tied at a game apiece, the scene shifts to Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Yankees Prepping CC, A.J. On Short Rest
The Yankees are looking to take control of the World Series by preparing CC Sabathia and A.J. Burnett to pitch on short rest.
Joe Girardi could use Sabathia in Sunday's Game 4 and Burnett in Monday's Game 5 with both pitchers going on three days' rest.
"We have had [Sabathia] prepare [to start Game 4] because it would be silly to not do that and then say, 'Uh-oh, CC, you are starting Game 4,' " Girardi admitted to the New York Post.
Chad Gaudin is New York's only other option to pitch against Philadelphia's Joe Blanton in Game 4.
If Sabathia doesn't start Game 4, he'll take the mound in Game 5, which pushes Burnett back to Game 6. That would allow New York to either start Sabathia on short rest in a possible Game 7 or go with veteran Andy Pettitte.
Matsui Unlikely To See Field In Philly
Hideki Matsui will be limited to pinch-hitting duties as the World Series shifts to Philadelphia.
The Yankees designated hitter hasn't played in the outfield in more than a year because of his troublesome knees.
"I can't tell you what my confidence level would be," he told the New York Post through interpreter Roger Kahlon. "My knees are pretty calmed down right now, in that sense I feel pretty good.
"I haven't been in the outfield in more than a year. I have to see how I feel once I get out there."
Yankees manager Joe Girardi doesn't want to lose Matsui's bat, but admitted that it would be tough to put him out in the field.
"As productive as he's been this year, you don't want to lose his bat," said Girardi. "I'm going to watch, see how he moves around and see if we think it's physically possible.
"If we can't do it, we'll use him to pinch hit. It might be a situation where you might think about a double switch at high time."
Hamels To Add Breaking Ball For 2010
Cole Hamels has struggled this season and the Phillies are going to help him add a breaking ball to his arsenal.
His curveball has been inconsistent this season, which has made his fastball-changeup combination too predictable.
"Putting another pitch in the back of the hitter's mind can only help me," Hamels told the Philadelphia Inquirer.
He doesn't intend on removing his curveball, but rather working on another breaking pitch in spring training.
Phillies Could Replace Sick Dobbs On Roster
Phillies pinch-hitter Greg Dobbs could be replaced on the team's roster as he remains sidelined with the flu.
"I don't know how he's doing," general manager Ruben Amaro Jr. told the Philadelphia Inquirer. "I think he's feeling better, I don't know how much better."
Amaro said that he was not yet considering replacing Dobbs on the roster but might if Dobbs misses another game.
Gaston Will Consult After Managing
Cito Gaston has signed a contract to consult with the Blue Jays after he manages the 2010 season.
Toronto announced the four-year deal on Friday.
Gaston, 65, is expected to advise the team in all areas, including spring training, minor league operations and scouting.
Philadelphia Hotels Offering Get-Well Packages For Yankee Fans
A number of Philadelphia area hotels are offering get-well giveaways to Yankees fans that travel to town for this weekend's World Series games.
They are calling the promotion the "We Yankees Grief Kit."
The kit will include tissues, a Phillies rally towel for the big tears, a box of Band-Aids, a signed collector's plaque of Chase Utley's baseball card, a P-shaped soft pretzel and a tiny Phillies batting helmet.
Pearl Jam Could Play At Citizens Bank Park
A number of celebrities are expected to be in attendance at Citizens Bank Park for the World Series this weekend.
Rollins Prefers Ibanez To Burrell
Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins is happy to have Raul Ibanez in left field over Pat Burrell.
Cubs To Bid For 2014 All-Star Game
The Cubs are expected to submit a bid for the 2014 All-Star Game in the wake of their new ownership.
Ricketts: No Hurry For Cubs Overhaul
The new owners of the Cubs are in no hurry to shake up the franchise.
Blanton To Start Game 4 For Phils
Manager Charlie Manuel said Friday that Joe Blanton will start for the Phillies in Game 4 on Sunday night.
Phillies Undecided On Lee In Game 4
The Phillies still haven't decided whether or not they'll start Cliff Lee in Game 4 of the World Series on three days' rest.
A-Rod On Pace For WS Strikeout Record
Alex Rodriguez has six strikeouts through the first two games of the World Series.
Hurdle In Mix For Texas Hitting Coach Gig
The Texas Rangers have narrowed their search for a new hitting coach to four candidates.
Utley Reaches Base In 29th Straight Game
Phillies second baseman Chase Utley has reached base in a record 29 straight postseason games.
McCarver: Calling A World Series Game Is Harder Than Playing In One
FOX broadcaster Tim McCarver says that calling a World Series game is much tougher than playing in one.
World Series Games Add $15.5M Each To NYC
Each World Series game is worth $15.5 million to the New York City economy.
Girardi Sticking With Hughes In Eighth
Yankees manager Joe Girardi plans to stick with reliever Phil Hughes as his eighth inning man.
Rangers Talk To Greer About Coaching Job
Rusty Greer has interviewed to become the hitting coach of the Rangers.
Selig Wants Day Game In World Series
Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig wants to see the World Series feature a day game in the future.
Blue Jays Drop Beeston's Interim Tag
The Blue Jays have taken the interim tag off of president Paul Beeston's title.
Rain Leads To Drop In Price For Game 1 Tickets
With rain in the forecast, the price for resale tickets to Game 1 of the World Series on Wednesday night is dropping.
Selig Pleased With McGwire Hiring
Major League Baseball commissioner Bud Selig is glad that the Cardinals have hired Mark McGwire as their hitting coach.
Rollins Predicts Phillies In Five
Phillies shortstop Jimmy Rollins is predicting that his team will win back-to-back World Series titles.
Phillies Add Myers To World Series Roster
The Phillies have opted to add pitcher Brett Myers to their roster for the World Series.
Rain Could Postpone Wednesday's Game 1
Rain is expected to hit the New York area on Wednesday night, where Game 1 of the World Series will take place.