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Girardi Dissected As Yankees Vie For Series Title

NEW YORK (AP) ― When Joe Girardi left the dugout every few minutes to switch relievers against the Angels, some wondered whether he was getting paid per pitching change. When he left slumping Nick Swisher in the lineup, he was criticized. Full Article at WCCO

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  2. LOUISVILLE, KY - NOVEMBER 13:  The Silver Slugger Awards for Derek Jeter of the New York Yankees is displayed at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Plant on November 13, 2009 in Louisville, Kentucky.
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  7. NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 05:  Baseball player Hideki Matsui of the New York Yankees visits the 'Late Show With David Letterman' at the Ed Sullivan Theater on November 5, 2009 in New York City.
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