Nov 3rd, 2009 - Los Angeles Times
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The defending champion Philadelphia Phillies jumped out to a commanding early lead over the New York Yankees in Game 5 of the World Series and sent the audience fleeing. But viewers will likely return for Game 6 in New York Wednesday when the Yanks will be trying to win their first championship since 2000.
With the series going at least six games, Fox would seem to be safe fromlosing money on baseball this season. A seventh game, however, wouldhave Fox executives popping the champagne big time. News Corp.'s Foxhas a seven-year, $1.8-billion deal with Major League Baseball.
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Game 6 starters look to recapture the past
Nov 4th, 2009 - National Post
NEW YORK -- Forget the short-rest debate. Major-leaguepitchers are not delicate flowers, and if they have reached the World Series, they should be able to pitch on three days' rest instead of the usual four.
Or so say the pitchers who have done it...Fox scores big with Yankees in World Series
Nov 4th, 2009 - Los Angeles Times
Yankees give Fox an edge What difference does it make having the New York Yankees in the World Series? Plenty, as Fox was able to attest Tuesday with the release of last week's prime-time television ratings.
World Series Report: Fox's ratings still hot, A-Rod still not.
Oct 30th, 2009 - Los Angeles Times
Another tight pitching duel between the Philadelphia Phillies and The New York Yankees meant another night of strong ratings for Fox as Game 2 of the World Series drew 18.John Legend to sing national anthem at World Series
Oct 29th, 2009 - azcentral
LOS ANGELES - John Legend is going to the World Series.
Major League Baseball says the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter will perform the national anthem before Game Two at Yankee Stadium Thursday.
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