Problems with their own pitching have created the biggest obstacle for the New York Yankees as they've struggled to climb back into the playoff race. 

Joba Chamberlain breezed through 35 pitches while facing batters in a simulated game Saturday, saying he's ready to rejoin the Yankees for the stretch run. 

Joba Chamberlain breezed through 35 pitches while facing batters in a simulated game Saturday, saying he's ready to rejoin the Yankees for the stretch run. 

Joba Chamberlain breezed through 35 pitches while facing batters in a simulated game Saturday, saying he's ready to rejoin the Yankees for the stretch run. 

MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Joba Chamberlain (right rotator cuff tendinitis) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to Aug. 

MEDICAL WATCH: RHP Joba Chamberlain (right rotator cuff tendinitis) went on the 15-day disabled list retroactive to Aug. 

In a season in which the Yankees' fortunes seem to be operating in reverse, maybe it makes sense for Carl Pavano to succeed. 

--RHP Joba Chamberlain said he expects his bullpen session Saturday to be his final step before returning from the disabled list next week. 

In a season in which the Yankees' fortunes seem to be operating in reverse, maybe it makes sense for Carl Pavano to succeed. 

--RHP Joba Chamberlain said he expects his bullpen session Saturday to be his final step before returning from the disabled list next week. 

The New York Yankees know they'll need some assistance from around the AL if they hope to reach the playoffs, but that's been hard to come by. 

Carl Pavano said he didn't hear the cheers when he walked off the mound after striking out Alex Rios, the years of fan animosity seemingly turned to adulation in just six short innings. 

Even seats behind the outfield fence will be costly at the new Yankee Stadium. 

Brian Cashman has built for the Yanks' future, but will he be around to see it? Ken Rosenthal examines a spinning GM carousel. 

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