New York Yankees (Baseball team)

The club that became the New York Yankees started as the Baltimore Orioles in 1901. American League President Ban Johnson wanted a club in New York and, after outmaneuvering the politically influential New York Giants, who did not want a competing team, Johnson moved the Orioles to New York. The first ten years of its existence, the team did not do well, contending for the pennant during only one season. In 1914, Colonel Jacob Ruppert and Tillinghast Huston purchased the team. This collection dates from the beginning of the Ruppert era.

From the description of American League Base Ball Club of New York. Records, 1913-1950. 1913-1950. (National Baseball Hall of Fame). WorldCat record id: 70279369

From the description of American League Base Ball Club of New York. [microform] Records, 1913-1950. 1913-1950. (National Baseball Hall of Fame). WorldCat record id: 70697092

The New York Yankees, known as the Highlanders from 1903-1912, moved to New York City in 1903.

From the description of New York Yankees itinerary : itineraries ; 2000, October : 2000 World Series road trip / New York Yankees. 2000. (National Baseball Hall of Fame). WorldCat record id: 48062865

In 1903, the New York team, today known as the New York Yankees, was purchased from Baltimore. The team was originally called the Highlanders because their park was built on a hill top. They became known as the Yankees in 1914 when Colonel Jacob Rupert and Tillinghast Huston purchased the team.

From the description of New York Yankees scouting manual. manual, 1984. 1984. (National Baseball Hall of Fame). WorldCat record id: 48890897