State champs next face Hawaii in Williamsport Aug 12, 2008
Hall of Fame pitcher Richard Goose Gossage will be the grand marshal and will also throw out the first pitch when pool play kicks off Friday. It s just a once in a lifetime for these guys, Berritto said. (New Haven Register, CT)
Goose visits Wrigley on Friday Aug 9, 2008
Rich Gossage embraces Cardinals manager Tony La Russa before Friday's game. (M. Spencer Green/AP). (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
"Pineapple Express" over-stays its welcome Aug 8, 2008
Juicy opportunity goes sour - Cleveland. UPDATED: 03 :25 a.m. EDT, August 08, 2008. (Cleveland.com)
Guillen wants White Sox to step up Aug 8, 2008
CHICAGO -- When the Red Sox come to town Friday to begin a four-game series at U.S. Cellular Field, they'll be seeing a first-place White Sox team that still isn't nearly 100 percent. Starting third baseman Joe Crede (back) and primary setup man Scott Linebrink (right shoulder) remain on the 15-day disabled list with nagging injuries, and no timeline on their return is set in stone. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Covering the bases Aug 7, 2008
Thursday, August 7, 2008. Published: Aug 07, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Aug 07, 2008 01:44 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Ex-Yankee Murcer remembered in stirring tribute Aug 7, 2008
ESPN - Former Yankee star Murcer remembered for playing, broadcasting days - MLB. Former Yankee star Murcer remembered for playing, broadcasting days - MLB. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Yanks mailbag: Is Pudge here for long? Aug 5, 2008
Giambi shaved it after Sunday's game, telling reporters that there were "no more hits in it." But again, I have to argue the point that Giambi was not the first Yankee in the Steinbrenner era to sport facial hair -- Don Mattingly, Goose Gossage, Reggie Jackson, Thurman Munson, on and on and on. The official rule is no facial hair below the lip, and Giambi had the organization's full approval, even organizing a Stadium giveaway to pump his chances to make the All-Star team in the MLB.com Final... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Giambi bids farewell to famous 'stache Aug 5, 2008
" Giambi referred to his mustache as a throwback to the glory days of the 1970s and '80s, mentioning Goose Gossage, Keith Hernandez, and of course, former Yankees first baseman Don Mattingly. "I always used to tease Donnie because I grew up idolizing Donnie with his mustache, and when he was over here as a coach, he shaved it off," Giambi said. "I never looked at him the same. " In the end, Giambi came up short to Tampa Bay's Evan Longoria in the Final Vote tally, but he was moved by the support... (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Alex BelthINSIDE BASEBALL Aug 3, 2008
"We see each other all the time, we do plenty of fantasy camps" said Oscar Gamble in the locker room before the game, motioning to former teammates Mickey Rivers, Ed Figueroa, Goose Gossage and Graig Nettles. "Steinbrenner keeps us working.". (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Zambrano will try to preserve streak Aug 3, 2008
Chicago rock band Wilco will sing "Take Me Out to the Ballgame" on Sunday, followed by actor Michael McKean on Monday, former Cub Randy Hundley on Tuesday, Cubs legend Ron Santo on Wednesday, Hall of Famer Goose Gossage on Friday and college basketball analyst Digger Phelps on Sunday. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Sports hobbyists and dealers affected by economy Aug 3, 2008
Dick Williams and Rich Goose Gossage were inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame last Sunday. Did anyone come in to buy their cards or call you about their availability. (Rio Rancho Observer, NM)
Williams sentimental during Hall induction Aug 1, 2008
Williams reached the World Series again with the San Diego Padres in 1984 and took note of the influence on that team of another inductee, Goose Gossage. "Managers don't make players," Williams said. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
'Storybook career' leads Gossage to Hall Jul 31, 2008
Former closer Goose Gossage was inducted into the Hall of Fame in a Yankees cap. (Mike Groll/AP). (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
'Pine Tar Game' sticks with Cocoa ump Jul 30, 2008
On July 24, 1983, in front of 33,944 fans at Yankee Stadium, Kansas City's George Brett slammed a two-out, two-run homer in the top of the ninth inning off Yankees' ace relief pitcher Goose Gossage, scoring U.L. Washington ahead of him, to give the Royals a 5-4 lead. Or, so everyone thought. (Florida Today)
Gwynn enjoys ceremony from the 'peanut gallery' Jul 29, 2008
Gwynn was in the third row yesterday, seated between Wade Boggs and Paul Molitor, to watch former teammate Goose Gossage and former manager Dick Williams, and seven others, inducted. Last year, Gwynn was front and center when he was enshrined alongside Cal Ripken Jr.. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Looking forward to next small crowd Jul 29, 2008
COOPERSTOWN -- Good guy Goose Gossage is different in street clothes than he was on the mound. Always was. (Albany Times Union)
Goose delivers with passion Jul 29, 2008
Ever the closer, Gossage is gracious, emotional in his Hall of Fame speech. By , Staff writer First published: Monday, July 28, 2008. (Albany Times Union)
• More State/National Stories • Jul 29, 2008
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. (AP) For more than two decades, Rich Goose Gossage unnerved batters as one of baseball s most menacing and dominating relief pitchers. On Sunday, it was his turn for the jitters. (Creston News Adertiser, IO)
Aztec Nation - Monday Edition Jul 29, 2008
Kirk Kenney of the San Diego Union-Tribune, "Tony Gwynn was center stage at the Hall of Fame induction ceremony for the second straight year - with one big difference. Gwynn was in the third row yesterday, seated between Wade Boggs and Paul Molitor, to watch former teammate Goose Gossage and former manager Dick Williams, and seven others, inducted.". Asheville Citizen-Times, "() threw his first no-hitter in a 10-0 Tourists win over the Lakewood Blue Claws Wednesday night. Billings registered 10... (Goaztecs.com)
Goosage, Williams enter Hall Jul 29, 2008
Photo by THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Even after his induction was complete and the crowd had wandered off, Rich Goose Gossage was still trying to come to grips with his new status as a Hall of Famer. I still have to pinch myself to realize that I ve had the type of career I ve had, said Gossage, after becoming just the fifth reliever enshrined at Cooperstown. (Westerly Sun, RI)
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LINCICOME (Lincicome, SHNS -- column) -- A year-and-a-half too late for his mother to see it, Goose Gossage finally got his rightful spot in the Hall of Fame. 810. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Gossage, Dick Williams inducted into Hall of Fame Jul 29, 2008
Monday, July 28, 2008 Edition. Today's Weather Altus, OK. (Altus Times, OK)
Heading uptown Jul 28, 2008
Hall of Fame inductions: Congratulations to, among others, disciplinarian manager Dick Williams and menacing closer Goose Gossage. And talk about long overdue for Gossage. (CBS News)
Whiteside honored by Hall of Fame Jul 28, 2008
There was a big Yankee contingent at the ceremonies with Goose Gossage being enshrined. The former closer (1978-83) was one of many who paid tribute to George Steinbrenner. (Boston Globe)
It would be impossible to forget Williams Jul 28, 2008
Goose Gossage and Dick Williams led the San Diego Padres to the World Series in 1984 ... Williams managed fellow inductee Goose Gossage in San Diego in 1984. (Boston Globe)
HALL OF FAME CEREMONY Gossage, Williams relish induction Jul 28, 2008
HALL OF FAME CEREMONY / Gossage, Williams relish induction. Article:HALL OF FAME CEREMONY / Gossage, Williams relish induct:/c/a/2008/07/28/SPDV120D2L.DTL Article:HALL OF FAME CEREMONY / Gossage, Williams relish induct:/c/a/2008/07/28/SPDV120D2L.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
'Goose' Into Hall Jul 28, 2008
Send news tip to FOXNews. Gossage, Dick Williams Inducted Into Hall of Fame. (Fox News)
Black reminisces about HOF inductees Jul 28, 2008
He was trying to reminisce pitching against soon-to-be baseball immortals Goose Gossage and Dick Williams. Both will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday afternoon with fellow inductees Billy Southworth, Barney Dreyfuss, Walter O'Malley and Bowie Kuhn. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Goose's Hall berth 'overwhelming' Jul 28, 2008
Goose' overwhelmed at his Hall induction - Baseball- nbcsports. Goose' overwhelmed at his Hall induction. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Expert: 'Goose' is the definition of ultimate reliever Jul 28, 2008
Goose' is the definition of ultimate reliever. Gossage a closer before the term existed proud to be Hall of Famer. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Lidge happy to see Goose enter Hall Jul 28, 2008
Brad Lidge learned a few "pretty good trade secrets" in a conversation with Goose Gossage on July 6. (AP). (MLB.com -- Philadelphia Phillies)
Gossage 'overwhelmed' Jul 28, 2008
ESPN - Reliever Gossage headlines latest Hall of Fame inductees - MLB. Reliever Gossage headlines latest Hall of Fame inductees - MLB. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Gossage, Williams inducted into HOF Jul 28, 2008
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What a relief -- Gossage a Hall of Famer at last Jul 28, 2008
Though Goose Gossage played for nine teams, his star shone brightest in the six years he spent in the pinstripes of the New York Yankees. AP. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Dick Williams had blueprint for success Jul 28, 2008
Williams, who would later manage such Hall of Famers as Reggie Jackson, Jim "Catfish" Hunter, Rollie Fingers, Nolan Ryan, Gary Carter, Tony Gwynn and Goose Gossage, called Yaz's feat in '67 the greatest single season he ever saw a player have. In 1984, Williams became only the second manager in history to take three franchises to the World Series when the San Diego Padres won their first pennant, in their 16th season, but lost to the Detroit Tigers in five games. (MLB.com -- Oakland Athletics)
Miles away, Yanks cheer for Goose Jul 28, 2008
Goose Gossage pitched for the Yankees from 1978-83 and again briefly in '89 ... BOSTON -- Goose Gossage looked out from a podium at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. A four-hour drive away at Fenway Park, the Yankees hung on to his every word. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Soprano family values Jul 28, 2008
Goose Gossage joins the Hall of Fame. Now, he wants George Steinbrenner let in. (Yahoo News -- The Sopranos)
Via award, O'Neil forever part of Hall Jul 28, 2008
Warren O'Neil (right) accepts the Buck O'Neil Award on behalf of his late brother. Buck O'Neil immortalized. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Gossage gets moment in sun Jul 28, 2008
Still, Yankees fans were there to support former relief pitcher Rich Goose Gossage, one of this year s inductees ... Was he a fan of Goose Gossage or just the Yankees. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Hall Of Fame Inducts Gossage, Williams Jul 28, 2008
Cooperstown Welcomes Gossage, Williams - Houston Sports News Story - KPRC Houston. Marketplace+++Extras++Site ToolsKPRC Local 2. (Click2Houston, TX)
Hall of Fame Induction Sunday Photos Jul 28, 2008
Not surprisingly, the loudest cheers were for Goose Gossage. 2008 stlcardinals. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
By The Numbers/Poll Jul 27, 2008
Article:NUMBERS GAME:/c/a/2008/07/26/SPSN11V1BO.DTL Article:NUMBERS GAME:/c/a/2008/07/26/SPSN11V1BO.DTL. Sunday, July 27, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
TWIB goes inside HOF weekend Jul 27, 2008
TWIB followed Goose Gossage on a tour of the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., in May ... Saturday's edition will focus on the upcoming Hall of Fame weekend, and TWIB followed one of the inductees, former star closer Goose Gossage, on a tour of the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y., in May. (MLB.com -- San Diego Padres)
Commentary: Rose should never make the Hall Jul 27, 2008
This year s group is headlined by Rich Goose Gossage. Goose was one of the most dominant relief pitchers of his time. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
The 'Disciplinarian' Jul 27, 2008
Sunday, July 27, 2008. Published: Jul 27, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Jul 27, 2008 12:43 AM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Nack: Gossage wanted to blow 'em all away Jul 27, 2008
ESPN - Predictable, yet practically unhittable, Goose was a rare bird - MLB. Predictable, yet practically unhittable, Goose was a rare bird - MLB. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Gossage elected for impact on game Jul 26, 2008
Gossage is one of 21 relievers to have recorded at least 300 career saves. (Ray Stubblebine/AP). (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
They were catalysts in 1984 Jul 26, 2008
For that alone, for elevating the previously low expectations and pennant potential of a forlorn franchise in the remote, southwesternmost corner of major league baseball, there's more than mere coincidence at work when Dick Williams and Rich Goose Gossage are inducted together tomorrow into the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown ... To be inducted: Pitcher Rich Goose Gossage and manager Dick Williams. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
FANTASY CLICKS: All-Undervalued NFL Team; Draft notes Jul 26, 2008
But there is no way that Morris and (to name another seemingly forgotten jewel) had to wait longer than Goose Gossage to reach Cooperstown. Even worse, there is no justification for ever making it before Morris and Blyleven. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Meeting to save Hall of Fame Game today Jul 26, 2008
The meeting will take place in Hall of Fame president Jeff Idelson s office at 10 a.m., ahead of this weekend s induction of Goose Gossage. MLB Commissioner Bud Selig, who will be in Cooperstown for the induction, will not be present at the meeting, though Connolly said it was Selig who acquiesced to the meeting. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Ten Worthy Of Cooperstown Jul 26, 2008
Former Yankee pitching great Rich "Goose" Gossage will be formally inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame this weekend in Cooperstown, N.Y. No great surprise that the Goose, a fearsome relief pitcher in the 1970s and 80s, has made it to the hall. But who will make it in years to come. (Forbes -- Business)
Almost there Jul 25, 2008
Gossage, Hall's fifth reliever, awaits 'most amazing thing' - USATODAY.com. Gossage, Hall's fifth reliever, awaits 'most amazing thing. (USA Today -- Sports)
XTRA 1360 not in top 37; L.A. station is Jul 25, 2008
The Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremonies, featuring Goose Gossage and Dick Williams (among others), will air live at 10:30 a.m. Sunday on ESPN Classic. ESPN's NFL Live show will report from Chargers training camp at 1 p.m. Thursday; Sirius Satellite Radio will be there from 4-7 p.m. Monday. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Pine Tar Game remembered Jul 25, 2008
Jim Kaplan: Pine-Tarred and Feathered - MLB - SI.com. Posted: Thursday July 24, 2008 2:09PM; Updated: Thursday July 24, 2008 5:20PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Bucs' skipper recalls getting best of Goose Jul 25, 2008
07/24/2008 6:47 PM ET Russell recalls getting best of Goose Skipper h 00004000 as fond memories of HOF pitcher, former teammate By Jenifer Langosch / MLB.com. McLouth's two-run homer. (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Pirates Notebook: Trade rumors not distraction yet (Today) Jul 25, 2008
" Minor-league report Thursday's results INDIANAPOLIS (50-56) beat Charlotte, 8-3. RHP Jimmy Barthmaier (3-1, 3.71) was forced to leave after two-thirds of an inning when a line drive struck his right wrist. He allowed one run and two hits. RHP Mike Thompson (5.03) allowed two runs, one earned, and six hits in 5 1/3 innings. 3B Neil Walker (.238) went 2 for 4 with two doubles and three RBIs. LF Nyjer Morgan (.271) went 2 for 5 with an RBI and a steal. CF Andrew McCutchen (.280) went 1 for 4 with... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Brett's pine-tar tantrum has sticking power Jul 24, 2008
With the Royals trailing 4-3, Brett hit the two-out, two-run homer off closer Goose Gossage, who on Sunday will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, N.Y. Brett entered the hall in 1999. After the blast, Yankees manager Billy Martin immediately protested. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Brett and pine tar: Like peanut butter and jelly Jul 24, 2008
With the Royals trailing 4-3, Brett hit the two-out, two-run homer in the ninth inning off closer Goose Gossage, who on Sunday will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Brett entered the Cooperstown, N.Y., shrine in 1999. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Brett, Goose recall 'Pine Tar Incident' Jul 24, 2008
With his Royals down a run with two outs in the ninth inning, with the most feared closer in the game on the mound, Brett hit a two-run homer off Goose Gossage. But that's not what Brett's boys want to watch over and over. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Pine Tar Game nets no sticking points Jul 24, 2008
KANSAS CITY -- George Brett will get together with old rival and old pal Goose Gossage this weekend at Cooperstown, N.Y., where the great relief pitcher will get his due as he's inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. But, on Wednesday, the two got together on a conference call to recall the famous Pine Tar Game of 25 years ago, July 24, 1983. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
Williams' ways were basis for 0000284Ahis managerial success Jul 23, 2008
Williams, who would later manage such Hall of Famers as Reggie Jackson, Jim "Catfish" Hunter, Rollie Fingers, Nolan Ryan, Gary Carter, Tony Gwynn and Goose Gossage, called Yaz's feat in '67 the greatest single season he ever saw a player have. In 1984, Williams became only the second manager in history to take three franchises to the World Series when the San Diego Padres won their first pennant, in their 16th season, but lost to the Detroit Tigers in five games. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
On Deck: July 21 - 27 (Today) Jul 20, 2008
It merely moved up the road to Cooperstown, where the Hall of Fame welcomes Goose Gossage, left, in a full weekend of festivities. Also in this year's class: Longtime Pirates owner Barney Dreyfuss, More, Page A-1. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Gossage says 'Boss' belongs in Hall Jul 18, 2008
Since George Steinbrenner purchased the Yankees in 1972, the club has won six World Series. Steinbrenner appears at All-Star. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Meeting Bonds, Maris and The Babe Jul 17, 2008
iReporters met Ruth, Bonds, Goose Gossage and Sparky Lyle ... "It was also amazing to shake hands with one of the most feared pitchers of his day, Goose Gossage, and really see what a gentle person he could be,". (CNN -- US)
Steinbrenner inspired by All-Star Game Jul 17, 2008
07/16/2008 3:20 PM ET Steinbrenner touched by All-Star Game Yanks chairman honored by pregame ceremony, well-wishers By Bryan Hoch / MLB.com. "The 2008 All-Star Game was one of the greatest experiences in my life and in franchise history," Yankees chairman George Steinbrenner said. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
