AJ Burnett was touched up for six earned runs in 6 2/3 innings. The Rays ended up earning 15 hits against Yankee pitching. Marcus Thames injured himself. Yes, injured himself. The Yankees mounted a 9th inning four-run comeback, but fell short. This mini rally will give the team some momentum heading into tomorrow.
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The big man was great tonight. He held the Red Sox to one run in seven innings. However, the bullpen could not help him out. Joba Chamberlain allowed four, 8th inning runs that allowed the Red Sox to tie the game. Mariano Rivera allowed a two-run 9th inning double by Jeremy Hermida that put the Red Sox up, 7-5. The Yankee ninth inning rally fell short as the Red Sox won, 7-6. However, this game is being played under protest….
Grrr, I hate Boston!!! AP Photo/Kathy Willens
The weather has already caused problems once this past weekend. Mother Nature chalked up another victory yesterday.
The Yankees will play a double header today. Javier Vazquez will start the first game and Phil Hughes will pitch the night cap.
After last night’s wash out and the team’s recent pitching injuries, the Yankees NEED Javier Vazquez to turn in a solid performance this afternoon and here’s why:
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