Four Phillies file for salary arbitration

Four Phillies filed officially filed for arbitration on Friday, a move that’s simply a formality in anticipation of the exchange of figures for a potential hearing on Tuesday.

Anticipation mounting for NHL game

Although the 2010 Bridgestone NHL Winter Classic is less than two weeks away, there are still plenty of games left before the Boston Bruins and Philadelphia Flyers drop the puck at Fenway Park on Jan. 1.

Marlins add five to fill up 40-man roster

In anticipation of the Rule 5 Draft on Dec. 10, the Marlins filled up their 40-man roster on Friday, adding right-handers Jose Ceda, Jay Buente, Brett Sinkbeil and Kris Harvey, as well as outfielder Scott Cousins.

More than one million turn out to fete champs

The noise echoed off the walls of bustling Metro North trains, with usually-sleepy morning departures equipped with extra cars in anticipation of the vast crowds.

NYC bustling with Series anticipation

As soon as Jorge Posada squeezed the ball in his glove for the final out of the Yankees’ 5-2 victory over the Angels, the home dugout emptied on to the field, eager to celebrate. The rest of New York City was eager to follow, and the buzz continued well into Monday.

Anticipation runs high for Yankees

The Yankees have waited for days to announce their official decision regarding the American League Division Series, but the Tigers and the Twins have taken it down to the wire.

Baseball gains popularity in Europe

Spurred by anticipation of this September’s Baseball World Cup, interest and involvement in the sport is growing at an unprecedented rate in Europe, according to surveys by the International Baseball Federation (IBAF).

New York opening looms for Tribe

While emphasizing that they still have unfinished business in Kansas City, the Indians can’t help but feel an anticipation buzz coming all the way from New York. On Thursday, the Yankees and Indians will open the new $1.5 billion Yankee Stadium amid what’s sure to be a circus atmosphere.

In Mets’ debut, Citi Field shines brightly

Citi Field was on display — bright, colorful, full of anticipation and wonder, if not with people — more than the players were. The Citi was the star on this Friday night. The Mets, Red Sox and the game the played qualified as the “other things.” The rain was just a nuisance.