Webb's 22nd win gets D-Backs closer to Dodgers Sep 23, 2008
The others to reach the 40-10-20 milestone are Robin Yount (1980 and 82) and Nomar Garciaparra (1997). He does it in non-dramatic f 00001A50 ashion, just goes out there and does his thing, Melvin said. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Webb wins 22nd, helps D'backs in race for NL West Sep 23, 2008
The others to reach the 40-10-20 milestone are Robin Yount (1980 and '82) and (1997). "He does it in non-dramatic fashion, just goes out there and does his thing," Melvin said. (USA Today -- Sports)
Webb wins 22nd, D-backs trim deficit Sep 23, 2008
Robin Yount accomplished it twice in 1980 and 1982, and Nomar Garciaparra did it in 1997. As is his nature, Drew, who was not aware of the accomplishment, downplayed it. (MLB.com -- Arizona Diamondbacks)
Brewers hoping for lift from Yount's return Sep 17, 2008
CHICAGO -- Robin Yount booked plane reservations and bought tickets to see the Brewers face the Cubs for the final series of the season that is now less than two weeks away. Yount, who lives in Phoenix and has long been the face of the franchise, can forgo those arrangements now that he has taken over as the club's bench coach. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Yost is toast Sep 16, 2008
Sveum immediately hired Brewers' Hall of Fame Robin Yount, his former teammate, to be his bench coach and said will coach third base. "Something obviously went wrong the last two weeks. We're just trying to send a shock wave through this team and get them going for 12 days and through the playoffs," Sveum said, adding he's not sure how the players will react. (CBS News)
Brewers in contention, but fire their manager Sep 16, 2008
Sveum immediately hired Brewers Hall of Famer Robin Yount, his former teammate, to be his bench coach and said Garth Iorg will coach third base. It marked the first time in major-league history - except the strike-split 1981 season - that a manager was fired in August or later with his team in playoff position, the Elias Sports Bureau said. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Wild-card leading Brewers fire Yost as manager Sep 16, 2008
Sveum immediately hired Brewers Hall of Famer Robin Yount, his former teammate, to be his bench coach and said Garth Iorg will coach third base. Something obviously went wrong the last two weeks. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Yost fired, Sveum is interim manager of Brewers Sep 16, 2008
CHICAGO - Dale Sveum is the new interim manager of the Milwaukee Brewers, and he's named Brewers Hall of Famer Robin Yount to be his right-hand man as bench coach. Team general manager Doug Melvin relieved Ned Yost of the manager's job Monday. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Skipper Yost fired in bid for playoff spot Sep 16, 2008
The Brewers also hired Hall of Famer Robin Yount to replace bench coach Ted Simmons. "Our play was very unproductive and lethargic the last few weeks," said Brewers general manager Doug Melvin. (USA Today -- Sports)
Move Meant to Shake up Team Sep 16, 2008
By PublisherDate: Sep 15, 2008 Dale Sveum is bringing back best friend and Hall of Famer Robin Yount as bench coach, while Dane Iorg takes over as the third-base coach, at least for the next 12 games. to read the rest of this story. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Brewers dismiss manager Yost Sep 16, 2008
Sveum named good friend Robin Yount to finish the year as the bench coach -- Yount filled that role for Yost in 2006 -- and Sveum named Garth Iorg as his replacement at third base. Iorg is a roving Minor League instructor for the Brewers and has been with the big league club since Sept. 1. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Sveum takes over with change in mind Sep 16, 2008
He spent one season as Yost's bench coach when Robin Yount decided to leave the organization after a year but moved back to third when the team hired Ted Simmons last winter. Simmons was reassigned to an advisory role on Monday, and Yount will rejoin the organization as Sveum's bench coach. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Rice still believes in Hall chance Sep 14, 2008
Hall of Famer Robin Yount, who also signed at Saturday's show, said he believes Rice has the credentials. "There's no question about it,'' Yount said. "Jim Rice was one of the all-time greats. (Albany Times Union)
Brewers rally to avert sweep by Reds Sep 11, 2008
It allowed the Brewers to exhale before the start of their biggest road trip since Paul Molitor, Robin Yount acked their bags for Boston and Baltimore for the final week of September 1982. "As crazy as it's been this whole homestand, this right here is pretty satisfying," Cameron said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Morneau chasing second MVP honor Sep 9, 2008
" If Morneau were to win a second AL MVP, he would join an elite list of players to have won the award multiple times since it began in 1931. Only 13 players currently reside on that list: Yogi Berra, Joe DiMaggio, Jimmie Foxx, Hank Greenberg, Juan Gonzalez, Mickey Mantle, Roger Maris, Hal Newhouser, Cal Ripken Jr., Alex Rodriguez, Frank Thomas, Robin Yount and Ted Williams. But while Morneau admits that it would be an honor to join such a prestigious group, his focus isn't on personal... (MLB.com -- Minnesota Twins)
Farrell helped by family insight Aug 30, 2008
That group includes the offspring of Hall of Famers (George Brett and Robin Yount), big-name stars (Lenny Dykstra, Rafael Palmeiro and Bruce Hurst) and longtime veterans (Jesse Orosco, Jesse Barfield and Robby Thompson, who had two sons drafted). You have the son of a manager (Ozzie Guillen), a general manager (Kenny Williams) and even an agent (Scott Boras, whose son Shane was a 35th-round pick by St. Louis). (MLB.com -- Pittsburgh Pirates)
Hart swiping Brewers' hearts Aug 28, 2008
Tommy Harper (1970), Robin Yount (1980), Jeromy Burnitz (1997) and Marquis Grissom (1999) reached the 20-20 plateau once with the franchise. "To be part of anything that's a first is something to be proud of," Hart said. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Jeter relishes joining the 2,500-hit club Aug 24, 2008
According to the Elias Sports Bureau, only Hank Aaron and Robin Yount were younger than Jeter (34 years, 57 days) when they reached the 2,500 plateau. "When you think about Derek Jeter, he's been consistent through his whole career," Yankees manager Joe Girardi said. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Brewers Riding Their Starters Aug 24, 2008
Robin Yount (1980 and 1982) and Jose Hernandez (2001 and 2002) were the other shortstops with two 20-homer seasons. --Bush is 6-2 with a 2. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Up-the-middle defenders hot at plate Aug 24, 2008
Robin Yount and Jose Hernandez are the others. Cameron, who came to the Brewers with a reputation as a streaky hitter, batted. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Bucs could be00001FD5 spoilers Aug 23, 2008
Robin Yount and Jose Hernandez were the others. The Brewers' sixth-run seventh inning matched their season high for runs in a single frame. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
More > Aug 20, 2008
He became only the fifth member of the 20/20 club in Brewers history last year, joining Tommy Harper, Robin Yount, Jeromy Burnitz and Marquis Grissom. Hart has yet to homer against Houston's starter Wandy Rodriguez, but the matchup is a good one for the 26-year-old. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
An average guy trapped in a millionaires body (55) Aug 15, 2008
This is a big business guy who runs in big political circles, but he walks with kings with the touch of a common man, said close friend Joe Sweeney, an investment banker who used to be the marketing agent for Brett Favre, LeRoy Butler, Barry Alvarez and Robin Yount, among others. Craig is as down to earth as anybody I ve ever met. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Brewers sail past Nats for sweep Aug 12, 2008
Weeks' leadoff homer. Fielder's RBI double. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Crew takes road success to West Coast Aug 12, 2008
Robin Yount and Paul Molitor teamed to accomplish the feat in '91. Milwaukee hitters set a season high with 14 strikeouts in their 7-1 win over Washington on Monday. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Interview With XM Radio's Grant Paulsen Aug 3, 2008
With that being said, do you think the Brewers will make the postseason for the first time since the Robin Yount era. Grant: The Brewers are my current pick to win the National League's wild card. (Tampa Bay, TheInsiders.com)
Intagibles helping Brewers' Green Aug 2, 2008
For his numbers and his efforts, Green earned the Brewers' Robin Yount Performance Award, given to the club's choice as its Minor League Player of the Year. He moved up a level again this season and has been the steady cornerstone at Class A Advanced Brevard County, where he's been leading the Manatees in nearly every offensive category, including batting. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Pitching prominent in crucial 000025ABseries Jul 29, 2008
It's like having Robin Yount retire and then wanting to come back and you've moved on. How do you do something like that. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Whiteside honored by Hall of Fame Jul 28, 2008
Among the 64 living Hall of Famers who did not attend for various reasons were Nolan Ryan, Carl Yastrzemski, Stan Musial, Rod Carew, Robin Yount, and George Kell. Johnny Bench provided some comic relief, impersonating the late Harry Caray leading the crowd in a rendition of "Take Me Out To The Ball Game". (Boston Globe)
Hall of Famers light up the Big Apple (Today) Jul 16, 2008
" On this sunny afternoon, everyone got an easy ride. Berra and Ford sat together, and it was fitting. These Yankees were the starting battery for the 1960 All-Star Game at Yankee Stadium. Robin Yount and Paul Molitor rode with each other, recalling their days with the Brewers. Baltimore Orioles Jim Palmer and Earl Weaver shared the same pickup. Naturally, the need-to-be-perfect pitcher and his often-ornery manager sat with their backs to each other. New Hall selections Goose Gossage and Dick... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Hank Aaron King of All-Stars Jul 15, 2008
Robin Yount (SS), 1980, 1982, 1983. Ted Simmons (C), 1981, 1983. (Milwaukee, TheInsiders.com)
Team identity Jul 13, 2008
Milwaukee Brewers: SS-CF Robin Yount, 1974-93. A Hall of Famer with 3,142 hits, Yount won an AL MVP as a shortstop in 1982 and one as a center fielder in 1989. (USA Today -- Sports)
Milwaukee adds another ace to rotation with Sabathia Jul 8, 2008
" Sabathia had a slow start but is 6-8 with a 3.83 ERA. Cleveland scored two runs or fewer in 11 of his 18 starts. Milwaukee's starting pitching has been thin ever since Yovani Gallardo went on the disabled list on May 2 with a torn knee ligament that required surgery. His rehab was supposed to take four months, which gives him an outside chance of returning before the end of the season. Sheets (10-2, 2.77 ERA) is off to the best start of his career, but the All-Star righty is in the final year... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Brewers picking up ace Jul 7, 2008
Milwaukee, which hasnt been in the postseason since the days of Robin Yount and Paul Molitor, fell two games short of the division title last year. The Brewers are percentage points ahead of St. Louis for the second-best record in the NL, and both teams are chasing Chicago, 3 1/2-games ahead. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Masterson attacking hitters Jul 5, 2008
Friday was the 101st game Manny Ramirez has played at Yankee Stadium, passing Eddie Murray and Robin Yount for fourth place among visiting players since the remodeled stadium opened in 1976, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Tickets. (MLB.com -- Boston Red Sox)
All-Star vote down to the wire for Braun Jul 2, 2008
Hall of Famer Robin Yount, who has a home in the Valley, was on the field in flip-flops for batting practice on Tuesday. The Diamondbacks suffered a couple of cringe-worthy injuries before Owings was scratched. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Hits? We Don't Need No Stinkin' Hits Jun 30, 2008
"Maybe we can win the last game of the series with one hit and work up from there,' Dodgers GM Ned Colletti said, just half kidding. Lost in all the oddities of the game was the fact the Dodgers have now won an interleague series for just the second time in the past three seasons, and they also won their first series against any team other than the Cincinnati Reds since taking two of three at Milwaukee May 13-15. The Dodgers improved to 38-42 and remained 2 1/2 games back of first-place Arizona... (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
Dodgers seek Freeway Series sweep Jun 29, 2008
Yount, a third baseman who's the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, will be sent to Advanced Rookie Odgen. Saturday's crowd of 55,784 marked the third sellout of the season for the Dodgers. (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
MIKE MOORE: The antique concept of loyalty on the job Jun 27, 2008
Yep, Casciaro was the Robin Yount of chemistry. OK, Yount did have that blip early on, threatening to trade the bat for a three-wood if the Brewers didn t pony up. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Fort Mill's Lisk continues hot play in Frontier League Jun 22, 2008
- Serving York, Chester, and Lancaster Counties. Member Center: Welcome. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Curt's Replays: Major Leagues can thank Helena for some big guns Jun 18, 2008
Geoff Jenkins (Helena, 1995) is No. 2 on Milwaukee's career home run list, behind Robin Yount, with 212 dingers. He played in the bigs from 1998-2007. (Helena Independent Record, MT)
GM Logan White is Pleased With Draft Jun 18, 2008
" 12 3B Austin Yount, Stanford, the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, has been on White's list for a long time. White-- "I've watched him from Little League through High School and I like the bloodlines. I know he played so many places and pitches so much (90 mph) he didn't get settled in to any one position in the field. (Los Angeles, TheInsiders.com)
UGA DOES IT AGAIN Jun 17, 2008
Against reliever Austin Yount, nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, Gordon Beckham slapped a single to left, just beyond the reach of diving third baseman Zach Jones. Rich Poythress worked a walk and Bryce Massanari was hit in the back, one pitch after his long opposite-field blow barely missed the right-field foul pole for a home run. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Two Dodgers Draft picks battle in CWS Jun 14, 2008
" Yount, the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, has no such malady. But, like Delmonico, he also offers an intriguing possibility behind the plate. Yount started Stanford's first two games this season at third base but has not started in the field since, spending the remainder of the season on the mound. He went 6-3 with a 3.38 ERA in 15 games (eight starts). He hit .338 with 15 RBIs in 68 at-bats heading into Saturday's match-up against Florida State. Stanford head coach Mark Marquess has... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Newest Brewers report to orientation Jun 14, 2008
Now, they disperse to fields with Hall of Fame names -- Rollie Fingers Field, Don Sutton Field, Robin Yount Field, Paul Molitor Field -- to begin the blending process. Individual skills which caught scouts' eyes now undergo the mesh test. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Norwood: Comeback Cards Jun 8, 2008
But Austin Yount (6-3), a nephew of Hall of Fame player Robin Yount, came on in relief and earned the victory, allowing two runs, one unearned, over 5 1/3 innings. Freshman Drew Storen faced the final four batters to earn his eighth save, ending the game with a double-play ball. (ESPN -- College Sports)
More AZ H.S. selections Jun 7, 2008
He is the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount. He is hitting. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Dodgers take 180 on Draft philosophy Jun 7, 2008
Los Angeles also drafted shortstop Devaris Strange-Gordon (fourth round), the son of 20-year Major League reliever Tom Gordon, third baseman Austin Yount (12th), the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, and Brian Ruggiano (23rd), the brother of former Dodgers farmhand and current Ray Justin Ruggiano. Of the high school players, pitcher Christopher Joyce (10th round) has signed with UC Santa Barbara, pitcher Nathan Eovaldi (11th) has signed with Texas Aunderwent Tommy John elbow ligament... (MLB.com -- Los Angeles Dodgers)
Weeks supports brother on Draft day Jun 7, 2008
On Day 2 of the Draft, Austin Yount, a Stanford University infielder and the nephew of Brewers Hall of Famer Robin Yount, was selected in the 12th round by the Dodgers. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Stanford 5, Arkansas 1 in NCAA Regional Jun 2, 2008
Yount (5-3), the nephew of Hall of Famer Robin Yount, gave up seven hits and a run in five innings. Chase Leavitt, Ben Tschepikow and Andy Wilkins each had two hits for the Razorbacks, who lost their second straight. (Searcy Daily Citizen, AR)
Another milestone for Marlins' Gonzalez Jun 2, 2008
He is 17th on the all-time list in that category, and next up for him is Robin Yount, who collected 583. A goal for the 18-year veteran is to reach 600 doubles. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Miller struggles as Mets even series May 28, 2008
He had been even with Wade Boggs, and ahead of him is Robin Yount at 583. Santana now has won both of his starts against the Marlins, the other time coming on Opening Day, when he gave up two runs in seven innings. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Ross' stretch of home r00002574uns ends May 28, 2008
The Official Site of The Florida Marlins: News: Ross' home run streak comes to an end. 05/27/2008 11:57 PM ET Ross' home run streak comes to an end Florida (30-21) at New York (24-26), Wednesday, 7:10 p.m. ET By Joe Frisaro / MLB.com. (MLB.com -- Florida Marlins)
Tough to stop Sox' rotation May 8, 2008
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Woe is the Milwaukee Brewers May 7, 2008
Robin Yount was awesome in 1982. was like the anti-Tom Brady. (ESPN -- Baseball)
Fielder confident power will return Apr 11, 2008
He also finished third in MVP balloting, the highest showing for a Brewer since Robin Yount won the award in 1989. Fielder also admits to being driven by the accomplishments of his father. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
More of this story Apr 3, 2008
Here is a list of every Major League franchise's all-time homerun leader - Baltimore - Cal Ripken 431, Boston - Ted Williams 521, White Sox - Frank Thomas 448, Cleveland - Jim Thome 334, Detroit - Al Kaline 399, Kansas City - George Brett 317, Angels - Tim Salmon 299, Minnesota - Harmon Killebrew 559, Yankees - Babe Ruth 659, Oakland - Mark McGwire 363, Seattle - Ken Griffey, Jr. 398, Tampa Bay - Aubrey Huff 128, Texas - Juan Gonzalez 372, Toronto - Carlos Delgado 336, Arizona - Luis Gonzalez... (Cut Bank Pioneer Press - Golden Triangle, MT)
Shaping the Rangers #2: Nolan Ryan Mar 31, 2008
He started the game on fire, fanning 12 of the first 18 hitters and took a perfect game into the seventh inning before walking centerfielder Robin Yount on a borderline pitch at the knees. With Ryan, the Rangers began the season 17-5, ranking among their best starts in franchise history. (Texas, TheInsiders.com)
Notes: Gagne feeling good already Mar 4, 2008
Hall of Famer Robin Yount left his puppy chocolate Labrador "Uecker" at home and made his first appearance in Brewers camp. Yount spent the 2006 season as the Brewers' bench coach, a spot now filled by Ted Simmons. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Mailbag: Jeter a shortstop for life? Feb 26, 2008
Yet we all know the stories of Ernie Banks and Robin Yount, who abandoned shortstop for other positions on their way to Cooperstown. Jeter shrugged off the recent statistical study that painted him as the Major Leagues' worst defensive shortstop, saying that you can make numbers do whatever you want them to. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Notes: Gallardo to have surgery Feb 18, 2008
The Kid in camp: Hall of Famer Robin Yount is expected to have a strong presence in camp this year and, along with first-base coach and outfield instructor Ed Sedar, will work with Ryan Braun on the trans 000015D8 ition to left field. Yount, who won American League MVP Awards both as a shortstop and a center fielder, was the Brewers' bench coach in 2006 but left after the season, citing family concerns. (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
Things to do this weekend Feb 7, 2008
The guest list so far includes Brandon Webb, Eric Byrnes, Robin Yount and Russ Ortiz. Those who want to compete can sign up and pick their partner at the pairings party, which will feature a silent auction and raffle. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
Yanks mailbag: Is Jeter a Hall of Famer? Jan 15, 2008
If he does reach 3,000 hits, Jeter would be the fourth shortstop to accomplish the feat, joining Honus Wagner, Robin Yount and Cal Ripken Jr. -- Hall members all, even though Yount left shortstop after the 1984 season. Realistically, it's just so difficult to imagine voters snubbing Jeter when his day comes, the same way it would five years after Mariano Rivera retires. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Around the Horn: Corner infielders Jan 10, 2008
" Braun missed the cut in Spring Training because of defensive miscues but was called up in late May and immediately produced. He batted .324 and led NL rookies with 34 home runs and a .634 slugging percentage, breaking the Major League rookie record set by Mark McGwire, who slugged .618 for Oakland in 1987. Braun drove in 97 runs and stole 15 bases. He ranked in the top four among NL rookies in average, slugging percentage, extra-base hits, RBIs, runs, total bases, triples, multi-hit games,... (MLB.com -- Milwaukee Brewers)
One-team HOFers vanishing Jan 9, 2008
It was the first time a pair of one-team stars went into the Hall together since 1999, when Kansas City's George Brett and Milwaukee's Robin Yount were joined by well-traveled Nolan Ryan. And only the second time since Cincinnati's Johnny Bench and Boston's Carl Yastrzemski were easy choices in 1989. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
