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Chien-Ming Wang and irrational optimism

River Ave. Blues — The Yankees handled most of their offseason pitching business back in November, when they re-signed the veteran trio of Mariano Rivera, Andy Pettitte, and Hiroki Kuroda. With David Phelps set to serve as the sixth starter and Michael Pineda on his way back from shoulder surgery, the team had some depth. They did, however, spend [...]Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blogChien-Ming Wang and irrational optimism

New York Yankees May 2, 2013

Chien-Ming Wang still with the Yankees

CBSSports.com Fantasy — The Yes Network reported Wednesday that Yankees starting pitcher Chien-Ming Wang has decided to stay with the team past the first opt-out date contained in his minor-league contract. Wang has an 0.95 ERA in three starts at Triple-A Scranton. He has seven strikeouts and three walks in 19 innings of work. His next opt-out date comes June 1, if the team has not called him up to the majors by then.

May 2, 2013

Wang decides to stay with Yankees as first opt-out date passes

River Ave. Blues — Via Focus Taiwan: Chien-Ming Wang decided to remain with the Yankees following the first opt-out date in his minor league contract, agent Alan Chang confirmed. There are five opt-out dates in the contract: April 30th, May 31st, June 30th, August 10th, and August 31st. (h/t goterpsgo) Wang, 33, has pitched to a 0.95 ERA (2.94 [...]Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blogWang decides to stay with Yankees as first opt-out date passes

New York Yankees May 1, 2013

Yankees pregame: Eyes on Nova; Wang in wings?

The LoHud Yankees Blog | Journal News — Ivan Nova has a power arm and he’s only 26, but at some point the Yankees’ patience is going to have to run out if he doesn’t start showing some consistency again and if a viable alternative emerges. By the way, Chien-Ming Wang is 1-1 with a 0.75 ERA after two starts at Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. “I’m [...]The post Yankees pregame: Eyes on Nova; Wang in wings? appeared first on The LoHud Yankees Blog.

New York Yankees April 26, 2013

DePaula strikes out ten in five no-hit innings in latest start

River Ave. Blues — According to Donnie Collins, RHP Chien-Ming Wang was sitting 86-88 mph with his trademark sinker in yesterday’s game. He hit 90 once. First start of the year, so hopefully he’ll add a few ticks down the road. His days of 93+ are long gone by now though. Triple-A Scranton (5-1 win over Syracuse) 2B Corban [...]Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blogDePaula strikes out ten in five no-hit innings in latest start

New York Yankees April 21, 2013

Chien-Ming Wang sharp for Scranton

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang started for Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre Friday as he squared off against Syracuse, the New York Daily News reports Sunday.  Wang threw 5 1/3 scoreless innings for Scranton. He allowed six hits and didn't walk a batter. Wang struck out three.  Wang was signed to a minor-league contract in late March. 

April 21, 2013

Murphy continues hot hitting in Trenton loss

River Ave. Blues — RHP Graham Stoneburner has been sent down to Double-A Trenton, reports Josh Norris. That clears room on the Triple-A Scranton roster for RHP Chien-Ming Wang. LHP Josh Romanski was placed on the DL to clear a roster spot for Stoneburner. Meanwhile, Wang’s debut with Triple-A Scranton was rained out. They’re going to play a doubleheader [...]Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blogMurphy continues hot hitting in Trenton loss

New York Yankees April 19, 2013

Mailbag: Wang, Outfield, Pastornicky, Pitching

River Ave. Blues — Got five questions for you this week. Please use the Submit A Tip box in the sidebar to send us anything throughout the week. Nathan asks: Do you think Chien-Ming Wang can be more effective than either Ivan Nova or Phil Hughes (especially Nova)? No, I don’t. Not at all. Wang, who turned 33 in [...]Post from: River Ave. Blues A New York Yankees blogMailbag: Wang, Outfield, Pastornicky, Pitching

New York Yankees April 19, 2013

The Chien-Ming Wang experience begins Friday

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Yankees starting pitcher Chien-Ming Wang will join Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre to start Friday against Syracuse, MLB.com reports. Wang, who signed a minor-league deal in late March, has been pitching at extended spring training to prepare for regular minor-league games. 

April 16, 2013

Minor league notes: Wang getting closer to joining Triple-A rotation

The LoHud Yankees Blog | Journal News — Over the weekend, Chien-Ming Wang threw the equivalent of 5.2 scoreless innings. It was his second extended spring training game, and Wang told The Associated Press that he felt close to being ready to pitch in a regular game. It seems Wang’s Scranton/Wilkes-Barre debut isn’t too far away. For now, the Yankees Triple-A rotation has [...]The post Minor league notes: Wang getting closer to joining Triple-A rotation appeared first on The LoHud Yankees Blog.

New York Yankees April 15, 2013

Yankees | Chien-Ming Wang impressive in extended spring training game

KFFL — New York Yankees SP Chien-Ming Wang threw the equivalent of 5 2/3 scoreless innings against ...

April 15, 2013

Chien-Ming Wang gearing up for minors

CBSSports.com Fantasy — Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang threw the equivalent of 5 2/3 scoreless innings against the Pirates in his second extended spring training game on Saturday. He said he felt close to being ready to pitch in a regular minor-league game.Wang signed a minor-league deal with New York in late March.

April 13, 2013

Yankees | Chien-Ming Wang throws sim game

KFFL — New York Yankees SP Chien-Ming Wang was scheduled to pitch in an extended spring training ...

April 5, 2013

Yankees | Two pitchers could be called up

KFFL — The New York Yankees could recall SP Chien-Ming Wang or P Vidal Nuno from the ...

April 4, 2013

Wang happy to be back in Pinstripes

New York Daily News — For Chien-Ming Wang, the decision to sign a minor-league deal with the Yankees was a no-brainer.

New York Yankees March 25, 2013

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Chien-Ming Wang Photos

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  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, center, is silhouetted as he speaks to the media following a work out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, center, is silhouetted as he speaks to the media following a work out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, right, works out with an unidentified coach at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, right, works out with an unidentified coach at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, right, speaks to the media after working out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, right, speaks to the media after working out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
  • New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract The Associated Press
    New York Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang, of Taiwan, works out at the team's minor league complex Monday, March 25, 2013, in Tampa, Fla. The Yankees have signed Wang to a minor league contract. (AP Photo/Chris O'Meara)
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