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A nor'easter forced the Yankees to move CC Sabathia's number retirement ceremony from Saturday to Friday, but Saturday ticket holders were not honored for the event. Fans are outraged by the lack of refunds or equivalent compensation, while the team offered exchanges for future regular-season games.
Hall of Famer CC Sabathia joked that fans could park at his Bergen County home to dodge the $150 round-trip NJ Transit fare for FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium, a comment that amplified debate over transit pricing ahead of the 2026 tournament, with Gov. Mikie Sherrill urging FIFA to cover costs and criticizing the hike as unfair.
CC Sabathia's 2008 stint with the Milwaukee Brewers is celebrated as one of the most dominant pitching performances, especially his 17 starts that carried the team to the postseason, showcasing his durability, willpower, and exceptional skill, making it a legendary chapter in baseball history.
Ichiro Suzuki was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame as the first Japanese-born player, joining other new members CC Sabathia, Billy Wagner, Dick Allen, and Dave Parker. Suzuki's speech highlighted his work ethic and humor, while the ceremony also honored the careers of the other inductees, including posthumous recognition for Parker and emotional tributes for Allen. The event celebrated their achievements and contributions to baseball.
CC Sabathia, recently inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, humorously credited his catchers for his success, highlighting his close partnerships with various Yankees catchers over his 19-year career, and reflecting on his journey of overcoming personal and professional challenges to reach the pinnacle of baseball.
The Baseball Hall of Fame ballot for this year includes 14 new candidates, such as Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia, alongside 14 holdovers. Notable newcomers like Curtis Granderson, Félix Hernández, and Adam Jones are celebrated for their unique contributions to the sport, both on and off the field. The article highlights memorable moments and legacies of these players, while also acknowledging the challenges they face in achieving Hall of Fame induction, which requires 75% of the vote. The results will be announced on January 21.
Former Yankees pitcher CC Sabathia took a jab at MLB umpire Angel Hernandez following Hernandez's retirement announcement. Sabathia, who has previously criticized Hernandez's performance, posted a GIF and referenced a 2018 incident where Hernandez had three calls overturned in a playoff game. Hernandez, a polarizing figure in baseball, cited a desire to spend more time with family as a reason for his retirement.
The 2025 Hall of Fame ballot will feature notable newcomers like Ichiro and CC Sabathia, while also marking the last chance for Billy Wagner. Carlos Beltrán and Félix Hernández will also be on the ballot, with Andruw Jones hoping for a late push towards induction. Additionally, second basemen Chase Utley, Dustin Pedroia, and Ian Kinsler will be up for consideration, making it a stacked field for the Hall of Fame voters to evaluate.
The 2024 Baseball Hall of Fame vote has selected Adrián Beltré, Joe Mauer, Todd Helton, and manager Jim Leyland for induction, while players like Billy Wagner, Andruw Jones, and Carlos Beltrán remain on the ballot for next year. Newcomers to the 2025 ballot include Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, Dustin Pedroia, Ian Kinsler, Félix Hernández, Troy Tulowitzki, Ben Zobrist, Curtis Granderson, Hanley Ramírez, Russell Martin, Adam Jones, Brian McCann, and Fernando Rodney.
Former Yankees ace CC Sabathia will be doing his "Clubhouse" broadcast on MLB Network for the game between the Angels and the Yankees, where Shohei Ohtani will be playing on the 100th anniversary of the opening of the first Yankee Stadium. Sabathia praised Ohtani's ability to excel at both pitching and hitting, something that he finds impressive. He also talked about the stress of being a free agent and the star quality of Yankee Stadium. Sabathia hopes to be inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2025 with Ichiro Suzuki.