Indians hire ex-Nationals skipper Acta Oct 26, 2009
Don Mattingly, the likely heir apparent to Joe Torre in Los Angeles and a managerial candidate in Washington, had been expected to interview this week. While Acta was just 26-61 as manager of the Nationals this season, he is highly regarded and was said to be a finalist for the Astros' vacant job, as well. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Tribe given OK to interview Roenicke Oct 25, 2009
Torey Lovullo, who has managed the Indians' Triple-A team the past four seasons, was to be in Cleveland on Friday, and Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly was the fourth confirmed finalist. Indians general manager Mark Shapiro told reporters on Tuesday he's also considering two unnamed candidates, and Roenicke is apparently one of them. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Lovullo gets second interview for Cleveland job Oct 24, 2009
Don Mattingly and Ron Roenicke are expected to be brought in for interviews ... Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly and Angels bench coach Ron Roenicke are expected to be brought in next week for interviews. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Mattingly interviews with Tribe on phone Oct 24, 2009
PHILADELPHIA -- Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly, presumably being groomed to take over when manager Joe Torre retires, has interviewed for the vacant Cleveland Indians manager's job and has been approached through the Dodgers' front office by the Washington Nationals about their managing job, the Cleveland Plain Dealer reported. "I've wanted to manage a long time and I've been moving in that direction," said Mattingly, who interviewed by phone with the Indians but said the Nationals told... (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Lovullo interviews to be Indians skipper Oct 24, 2009
Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly is another finalist. General manager Mark Shapiro had said earlier that two unnamed candidates may also be considered and it was announced on Friday at that Angels bench coach Ron Roenicke would be one of the two. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Dodgers outline offseason needs Oct 24, 2009
" Colletti and Torre are in agreement on the key needs -- starting pitching depth and a starting second baseman. But they also reiterated their comfort with the young nucleus of a club that has won back-to-back division titles. Veterans on the left side of the infield -- third baseman Casey Blake and shortstop Rafael Furcal -- are signed through 2011. The young core -- outfielders Matt Kemp and Andre Ethier, catcher Russell Martin, first baseman James Loney and pitchers Chad Billingsley and... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Valentine interviews with Indians Oct 23, 2009
Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly is the fourth known finalist. Indians general manager Mark Shapiro said Tuesday he's also considering two unnamed candidates. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Dodgers Checking Japanese Prep Pitcher Oct 23, 2009
Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly, who seems to be the heir apparent to take over when manager Joe Torre retires, has interviewed for the vacant Cleveland Indians manager's job and has also been approached by the Washington Nationals about their managing job. "I've wanted to manage a long time and I've been moving in that direction," said Mattingly in an interview but said the Nationals told Dodgers general manager Ned Colletti their interview process will start after the World Series. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Indians interview Valentine for manager job Oct 23, 2009
Torey Lovullo, the Indians' Triple-A manager for the past four years, is up Friday and the club is trying to schedule a meeting with hitting coach Don Mattingly. General manager Mark Shapiro said he is considering two other unnamed candidates, and would like to have a manager in place by the end of the World Series. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Veteran umpires will work Series Oct 23, 2009
Torey Lovullo, the club's Triple-A manager in Columbus, is up today, and the club is trying to schedule a meeting with Los Angeles Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly. La Russa still undecided: Nearly two weeks after his team was swept in the first round of the playoffs, Tony La Russa is still trying to decide whether he wants to return for a 15th season as St. Louis Cardinals manager. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Cleveland has sit-down interview with Valentine Oct 23, 2009
Torey Lovullo, the club's Triple-A manager in Columbus, is up Friday and the club is trying to schedule a meeting with hitting coach Don Mattingly. Valentine managed the Chiba Lotte Marines from 2004-09. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Pujols undergoes elbow surgery Oct 22, 2009
The Indians also intend to interview Los Angeles Dodgers batting coach Don Mattingly. General manager Mark Shapiro said he is also considering interviews with two other undisclosed candidates. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Torre gets earful at Springsteen show Oct 22, 2009
Among those joining the manager were general manager Ned Colletti, hitting coach Don Mattingly, players Casey Blake and Mark Loretta and Torre's assistant, Chris Romanello. "Chris has seen him about 30 times and he got a photo with Bruce," Torre said. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Torre again calls for Broxton - for positive meeting in office Oct 21, 2009
Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly has received permission to speak with the Nationals about their managerial vacancy. He is also under consideration by Cleveland, although Manny Acta and Bobby Valentine are believed to be the leading candidates there, having already been scheduled for second interviews. (Boston Globe)
Acta completes second interview with Indians Oct 21, 2009
Acta was the first candidate to get a face-to-face interview with the Indians, who plan to meet with former manager Bobby Valentine and hitting coach Don Mattingly. Torey Lovullo, Cleveland's Triple-A manager in Columbus, interviews on Friday. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Valentine, Lovullo among Tribe finalists Oct 21, 2009
Dodgers bench coach Don Mattingly was interviewed last week by phone. Shapiro wouldn't confirm that Mattingly will come to Cleveland for an interview, but did say one of the other finalists had "current obligations.". (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Crazy Shade of Winter Oct 21, 2009
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Indians interview Acta; Valentine, Mattingly next Oct 21, 2009
Indians interview Manny Acta; Bobby Valentine, Don Mattingly next - MLB - SI.com ... The Indians plan to meet with Bobby Valentine and Don Mattingly next ... Acta was the first candidate to get a face-to-face interview with the Indians, who plan to meet with former manager Bobby Valentine and hitting coach Don Mattingly. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Mattingly may be ready to step up to the plate in managerial position Oct 18, 2009
Don Mattingly says he s ready to be a manager. He has spent a lot of time learning under Joe Torre, and Mattingly feels he ll not only interview for jobs but would strongly consider taking one if offered. (Boston Globe)
Dodging A Bullet Kevork Djansezian/Getty ImagesAndre Ethier heads to first after drawing a bases-loaded walk that forced in the winning run in the eighth inning.The Dodgers were staring at a two-games-to-none deficit before a strange eighth inning evened the NLCS. Ted Keith feels the Phillies lost Game 2 as much as the Dodgers won it. Oct 17, 2009
After they had finished sweeping the Cardinals in the NLDS, Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly had talked at length about his struggles in trying to get Ethier to not let one hitless at-bat affect his approach later in the game. He had also preached patience to Ethier, who said later, "Donnie's voice was in my head the whole time, and I guess it came in handy there." That time came in the bottom of the eighth, after he had gone 0-for-3. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Billingsley to 'pen; Garland off roster Oct 15, 2009
Hitting coach Don Mattingly also has been ailing. Martin and Mattingly were improved and present for Wednesday's workout. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
USC's Carroll talks Notre Dame Oct 14, 2009
Dodgers assistant coach Don Mattingly. USC's Carroll previews showdown against Notre Dame. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Can Limbaugh buy the Rams? Oct 14, 2009
Dodgers assistant coach Don Mattingly. Joe Buck: Limbaugh has right to purchase the Rams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Sarah's Take: This is the Dodgers' year Oct 12, 2009
The Dodgers were patient, looking for pitches that they could hit, a characteristic of Joe Torre and Don Mattingly teams. Making the Cardinals throw their pitch, the Dodgers frustrated and wore down the Cardinals pitchers. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Path of the Pros: Matt Kemp Oct 10, 2009
"Matt has been unbelievable, and I think there's more there," Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly added. Path of the Pros: A closer look at how MLB stars grew into what they are today. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
LA hitters take cues from Mattingly Oct 6, 2009
LOS ANGELES -- When Joe Torre agreed to manage the Dodgers, one of his conditions was that Don Mattingly come with him. He wanted Mattingly as his chief aide and, presumably, manager-in-training. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Dodgers seal West, home-field edge Oct 4, 2009
"[Hitting coach] Don Mattingly and I were talking about how tough it is to win in September with something at stake. But all year we played so well when we needed to play well. I was uptight, but they played well tonight.". The Dodgers have had at least a share of the league's best record for all but one day (Sept. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Candidates for the next Braves' manager Sep 25, 2009
Don Mattingly - Dodgers' bench coach 10. Kirk Gibson - Diamondbacks' bench coach 11. (Atlanta, TheInsiders.com)
Dodgers encouraged by beating Giants' ace Sep 21, 2009
The Official Site of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Ethier belts two-run homer to surpass 100 RBIs. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Yankees to open, close next season at Red Sox Sep 16, 2009
I'm sure it will be awkward, though it will be stranger to see Donnie in another uniform, Jeter said, referring to coach Don Mattingly. We've seen Mr. T in different uniforms, but I've never seen Donnie in anything but a Yankees uniform. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Yankees open, close 2010 season in Boston Sep 16, 2009
Im sure it will be awkward, though it will be stranger to see Donnie in another uniform, Jeter said, referring to coach Don Mattingly. Weve seen Mr. 00004000 T in different uniforms, but Ive never seen Donnie in anything but a Yankees uniform. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Rain-soaked fans shower love on Jeter Sep 12, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Captain receives three-minute ovation after milestone hit. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Story » Sep 12, 2009
Derek Jeter stands alone as New York Yankees' all-time hit king - ESPN. Updated: September 12, 2009, 2:09 AM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Jeter ties Gehrig's all-time Yanks' hit record Sep 11, 2009
Derek Jeter ties Lou Gehrig's all-time New York Yankees hit mark - ESPN. Updated: September 10, 2009, 7:30 PM ET. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Jeter able to step back, savor moment Sep 11, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Off-day gives star chance to breathe before passing Gehrig. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Fans try to fathom Jeter's achievement Sep 11, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Many travel miles to see one legend pull even with another. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Jeter's feat recognized around MLB Sep 11, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Players, coaches respect what shortstop has done for game. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Jeter's teammates Sep 10, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Yanks' core riveted by Jeter's triumph. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Jeter ties Iron Horse Sep 10, 2009
The Official Site of the New York Yankees. Jeter catches Iron Horse with hit No. 2,721. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Jeter perfect player to equal Gehrig Sep 10, 2009
Iron Horse would have appreciated how shortstop competes. No one can replace Lou Gehrig, an iconic figure in not only baseball, but American life. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Jeter rewriting Yankees' record books Sep 7, 2009
" As Jeter continues the second half of a brilliant career that has seen him rewrite the Yankees record books, it is apparent that his place in franchise lore is already secure. Jeter enters Monday needing just four hits to surpass Lou Gehrig's 2,721 for the most all-time as a Yankee, already owning the franchise records in singles (2,001), hit-by-pitches (142) and at-bats (8,573). In the very near future, Jeter will supplant more great names from past the center-field wall. He needs 114 runs... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Slumping Martin works on mechanics Sep 5, 2009
He and hitting coach Don Mattingly held an extended session hitting off the tee on the field at Dodger Stadium instead of at the indoor netting by the clubhouse. "Sometimes we do this so the hitter can see how the ball travels," said Mattingly. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Jeter shows mettle, nears Iron Horses hit record Sep 4, 2009
His first year was Don Mattingly s last. He came highly touted obviously, a No. 1 pick, and all that kind of stuff but not like a Straw. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Teixeira doesn't mind Camden Yards jeers Sep 1, 2009
The 29-year-old, who once listened to Camden Yards fans call him out for wearing a Don Mattingly T-shirt, said that the jeers in this ballpark don't register. "If you're uncomfortable getting booed in an opposing park, then you're not going to last a day in professional sports," he said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Game of the Day Yankees 5, White Sox 2 (10) Aug 29, 2009
Jeter hit his 22nd career leadoff homer in the first and the 223rd of his career, passing Don Mattingly for 10th on the club's all-time list. Damon, who hit his 23rd, is batting. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Walkoff wonders Aug 29, 2009
It was his 17th homer this season and career No. 223, passing Don Mattingly for 10th on the clubs list. ALSO ON THIS STORY. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Cano's Homer Lifts Yankees Over White Sox Aug 29, 2009
It was his 17th homer this season and career No. 223, passing Don Mattingly for 10th on the club's list. Damon started the third with his 23rd homer, roping an 0-1 pitch over the right-field wall. (CBS News)
New on DVD: 'Trouble the Water,' 'Duplicity' Aug 28, 2009
Culled from YES Network broadcasts, this 5-hour, 18-minute box set profiles , Thurman Munson, , Willie Randolph, Ron Guidry, Don Mattingly and. "Greatest Games" series: By this, the NFL and distributor Warner Home Entertainment mean the greatest that still exist (i. (USA Today -- Life)
Abbott and Righetti chat with fans Aug 16, 2009
My favorite guy to play with was Don Mattingly. We were friends. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Baker save earns Nuts milestone Aug 11, 2009
The 66ers arrived with plenty of star power, boasting the sons of two former major-league all-stars: Yankees' first baseman Don Mattingly and Andy Van Slyke, an outfielder with the Pirates and Cardinals. Preston Mattingly hit in the No. 2 slot and was in left field, and cleanup hitter Scott Van Slyke was in right. (Modesto Bee, CA)
Zuniga helps Angels win title Aug 8, 2009
Keith Zuniga, pictured here warming up for the 2009 Nogales High School Apaches, recorded one win and three saves in helping his Angels White 17-U team win the AABC Don Mattingly World Series ... In preparation for the step to Division I collegiate ball, Zuniga spent the summer pitching for the Angels White 17-U team, which won the American Amateur Baseball Congress Don Mattingly World Series in Albuquerque, N.M., on Saturday. (Nogales International, AZ)
Pujols slam in 10th propels Cards past Mets Aug 5, 2009
He is one slam behind the major league record for a season held by Travis Hafner and Don Mattingly. Im human. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Henderson enters Hall as baseball's ultimate leadoff hitter Jul 26, 2009
In 1982, the Athletics' Rickey Henderson becomes airborne taking third as the Tigers' Enos Cabell awaits the throw. He had 130 steals that year, a record that may never be threatened. (USA Today -- Sports)
SILENT STAR: Red Sox's Rice Hall-bound Jul 25, 2009
Strong, silent type, Jim Rice is Hall of Fame bound - USATODAY.com. Strong, silent type, Jim Rice is Hall of Fame bound. (USA Today -- Sports)
Jim Rice's jersey will be retired by Red Sox, who will honor him after Hall of Fame induction Jul 23, 2009
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) The son of former New York Yankees star first baseman Don Mattingly was arraigned Wednesday on misdemeanor charges of shoving his mother and spitting in her face after she allegedly sent him an insulting text message. CHARLESTON, S.C. (AP) Christine Nairn's first international goal in the dying minutes Wednesday night gave the U.S. women a 1-0 victory over Canada and a three-game sweep of their friendly series. (FOX61, CT)
Mets' second half can be a new season Jul 13, 2009
He struck out the side -- Brook Jacoby, Jim Rice and Don Mattingly -- in the American League's 3-2 victory. Another high-profile member of the Mets of the 1980s was exiled on July 15, 1991, when Ron Darling and Minor League pitcher Mike Thomas were traded to the Expos for reliever Tim Burke. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Now Pitching, No. 21 .. er .. No. 43 Jul 11, 2009
Since he resumed his duties as hitting coach at the All-Star break last season, Don Mattingly has guided Dodger batters to a. 276 batting average, the best mark in the NL by five percentage points (St. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
City OKs beer garden for Kiger baseball game Jul 9, 2009
Don Mattingly wrote on Jul 8, 2009 10:44 AM:" I can't wait to join others in this wonderful opportunity to see some great baseball at a great venue. Sure, I'll spend some money on beer. It's a fundraiser!Wow, what a great idea!!! ". Pete Rose wrote on Jul 8, 2009 7:21 AM:" How exciting!? My calender is circled. Vegas has the Knights favored to win by 1.8 runs. Go Bluejackets!!!!!!!!!!!! ". (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Yankees power Burnett past Jays Jul 4, 2009
Setting up career save No. 503 for Mariano Rivera, Rodriguez gave the Yankees insurance in the eighth with a solo homer to right-center off Jeremy Accardo, tying Don Mattingly for ninth place on the Yankees' all-time home run list with 222 roundtrippers. "It feels pretty good," Rodriguez said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Potential loophole for 'roid users Jul 3, 2009
NASCAR spokesperson: Mayfield decision has big implications - Dan Patrick. BEST OF DAN PATRICK SHOW ON FRIDAY:Rodney Harrison. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Teixeira holds online chat with fans Jul 1, 2009
Teixeira: Don Mattingly. I always wore No. 23 when I was a kid. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Inbox: Should Hughes stay in the 'pen? Jun 30, 2009
This is Girardi's team, and let's not forget, he -- not Don Mattingly, not Pena -- was ownership's choice to lead the club. They want to see him succeed just as much as he needs to. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Manny slams HR in Class A Jun 28, 2009
"During batting practice, Ramirez sent one pitch over the wall in left center, while popping up others and sending some balls deep into the outfield. The Dodgers sent assistant general manager Kim Ng and the team's PR director to Lake Elsinore for the game, along with a security guard.Kids hung over a dugout railing with balls and pens in hand, squealing for Ramirez to oblige them when he came close to grab some bats. But he didn't.Later, though, Ramirez signed autographs for fans who swarmed a... (ESPN -- Baseball)
Manny goes 2-for-2, homers in single A for Inland Empire Jun 28, 2009
He became the temporary teammate of , the 21-year-old son of 1985 AL MVP and current Dodgers hitting coach Don Mattingly, and , the 22-year-old son of former Pittsburgh star and current Detroit first base coach Andy Van Slyke. Mattingly yielded his usual leadoff spot to Ramirez, although he retained his position in left since Ramirez was DHing. (USA Today -- Sports)
Mattingly: Manny still belongs in Hall Jun 25, 2009
Don Mattingly said Manny is still a Hall of Famer - Dan Patrick ... Don Mattingly said Manny is still a Hall of Famer ... Don Mattingly thinks Manny Ramirez still deserves to be enshrined in the Hall of Fame. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
