The New York Yankees defeated the Boston Red Sox 5-4 to split the four-game series. Brett Gardner, mentioned in the last post, certainly took a step forward in replacing the DL’ed Damon by hitting a clutch, 2-out RBI single off BoSox closer Jonathan Papelbon, who, like Mariano Rivera, rarely blows a save. However, Gardner hit a fast grounder into the gap between shortstop and second base, bouncing off the tip of Alex Cora’s glove into the outfield, easily scoring Robinson Cano, who was at second base. Quite good for a guy just seven days into his Major League Career who just got promoted to a starting role. We of Yankee Nation fans hope Gardner can live up to the Joba hype last season, and hopefully help the struggling offense like Joba did to the struggling pitching. Kudos to you, Brett. Heading into the next series, the Bombers will be facing the mastermind of AL EAST, the surprising Tampa Bay Rays. If we can sweep them, then the road to the top won’t be so gloomy anymore.
Well, three Yankees have been named all-stars: Derek Jeter, Alex Rodriguez (who was the top vote-getter, obvious, I know) and Mariano Rivera. Jason Giambi could be the fourth, if fans vote for his Final Vote. Head to the Yanks’ Official Site to vote for Giambino!
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