Michael Daniello

Joined: Mar 9, 2016

Mike graduated from Stony Brook University with a B.A. in journalism. He was the sports editor of his paper, The Statesman, for two years. An avid baseball fan, and former player, he hopes to land a career in the sport as a beat writer.

Apr 29, 2016; Boston, MA, USA; Boston Red Sox designated hitter David Ortiz (34) rounds the bases after hitting a two run home run during the eighth inning against the New York Yankees at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports

Some of the New York Yankees Biggest Killers in Recent Memory

Apr 16, 2016; Bronx, NY, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Chase Headley (12) walks to the dugout after grounding out to end the game against the Seattle Mariners at Yankee Stadium. The Seattle Mariners defeated the New York Yankees 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Chase Headley Needs to Figure It Out

Mandatory Credit: Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports

The New York Yankees Miss George Steinbrenner

Apr 19, 2016; Bronx, NY, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Brett Gardner (11) reacts to lining out against the Oakland Athletics to end the sixth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Hunger-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Recap: Michael Pineda Pitches Well, but Yanks Fall in 11th

Apr 5, 2016; Bronx, NY, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Dellin Betances (68) delivers a pitch during the eighth inning against the Houston Astros at Yankee Stadium. Houston Astros won 5-3. Mandatory Credit: Anthony Gruppuso-USA TODAY Sports

Dellin Betances is Major League Baseball’s Biggest Bargain

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Jeter vs. Kobe: Two Remarkable Careers

Apr 14, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Yankees starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (30) comes off the field in the fifth inning after giving up three runs to the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Recap: Offense Manages Just Three Hits in Loss

Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

Jacoby Ellsbury Is One of Yankees Worst Contracts Ever

Mar 29, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; The field is ready for play despite a light rain falling before a spring training baseball game between the New York Yankees and the Pittsburgh Pirates at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Reinhold Matay-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Prospect Profile Number 15: Miguel Andujar

Apr 1, 2016; Miami, FL, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Lane Adams (98) celebrates with teammates after hitting a two run homer during the ninth inning of a spring training game against the Miami Marlins at Marlins Park. The Yankees won 3-2. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Yankees Recap: Late Home Run Powers Yankees Over Marlins

Mar 8, 2016; Jupiter, FL, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Slade Heathcott (71) at bat against the Miami Marlins during a spring training game at Roger Dean Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Prospect Profile: Number 18 Slade Heathcott

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New York Yankees Should Bring Nick Swisher Back

Mar 25, 2016; Sarasota, FL, USA; New York Yankees pitcher Ivan Nova (47) pitches in the first inning of the spring training game against the Baltimore Orioles at Ed Smith Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Recap: Yankees Drop Ugly Game to Orioles in Extras

Sep 23, 2015; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; New York Yankees center fielder Slade Heathcott (72) reacts after striking out in the ninth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Rogers Centre. Toronto defeated New York 4-0. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees’ Outfielder Slade Heathcott Disappoints Once Again

Mar 31, 2015; Fort Myers, FL, USA; New York Yankees infielder Rob Refsnyder (98) prepares to throw to first base in the first inning of the spring training game against the Minnesota Twins at CenturyLink Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Dyer-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Would be Wise to Keep Rob Refsnyder Up

Mar 17, 2016; Bradenton, FL, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino (40) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the fourth inning at McKechnie Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports

New York Yankees Recap: Yankees offense powered by Castro and Refsnyder home runs