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Maturing Phelps picks a good time to keep his cool
New York Post "Yankees general manager Brian Cashman was in the back of the press box telling The Post what he likes best about yesterday’s starting pitcher David Phelps. “What’s impressive to me is his composure,’’ Cashman said. “From Day 1 he’s acted like nothing is overwhelming.’’ A few minutes later in..." May 19
David Phelps is the Yankees’ Mr. Everything
Bergen Record "A shrug was the only answer David Phelps gave at first. The soft-spoken right-hander did not want to discuss how valuable he has become to the Yankees' pitching staff. He did not want to talk about how he could find himself in the starting rotation if Ivan Nova – who pitches tonight against..." April 16
Phelps hangs 5 zeros in bid for fifth starter
New York Post "The pre-game crossword puzzle routine is familiar, and so is his thoughtfulness before answering questions. He comes from a university steeped in academic and athletic tradition. And if you watch long enough, there is a resemblance in his pitching mechanics. This is not to imply David Phelps is..." March 11
David Phelps, Ivan Nova fighting for spot
Bergen Record "Competition for the No. 5 starting rotation slot began quietly Thursday morning with David Phelps pitching to live hitters in a light rain. Before the heavy stuff came down, Ivan Nova tossed 35 pitches during a side session — step one toward washing away a rough 2012, when his star dimmed while..." February 15