The Yankees seem to finally be pitching and hitting well. Everyone seems to be falling into a rhythm, and the timing couldn't be better.
They have these last two games against the Twins, before heading into Boston for 3 big games.
The start of the Boston series also marks a stretch in which the Yankees play 20 straight games from July 25th until August 13th. The Yankees have to hope they can stay as consistent as they have, and hope that they have the depth to carry them through...
Showing posts with label Boston. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Boston. Show all posts
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Monday, June 30, 2008
In a Pretty Good Spot
The poor start seems to be behind the Yankees, and they now are in a fairly good spot to make a big move.
The Yankees are only 5-5 in their last 10, but over the last 3 weeks or so they have made up a good amount of ground.
They sit 5.5 out of first in the east and 5 out of the wildcard.
They also have a big month of July to look forward to. In July they play 18 games at home and only 7 on the road.
They'll host both Boston and Tampa Bay who are currently both ahead of the Yankees in the east.
They'll also host both Oakland and Minnesota, who are ahead of them in the wild card.
They are in a position to make up a lot of ground in the next 30 days or so.
The Yankees are only 5-5 in their last 10, but over the last 3 weeks or so they have made up a good amount of ground.
They sit 5.5 out of first in the east and 5 out of the wildcard.
They also have a big month of July to look forward to. In July they play 18 games at home and only 7 on the road.
They'll host both Boston and Tampa Bay who are currently both ahead of the Yankees in the east.
They'll also host both Oakland and Minnesota, who are ahead of them in the wild card.
They are in a position to make up a lot of ground in the next 30 days or so.
Friday, April 18, 2008
Stop Pitching to Manny...
Seriously.
I'm not a baseball expert, and I don't know all the statistics so maybe there is something I'm missing...
But why in the world do the Yankees, and Mike Mussina specifically, continue to pitch to Manny? Can someone explain to me what I'm missing?
Also, I'm ok with pushing hitters back and sending a message, but not with a 97MPH fastball aimed at the head...
If it slipped, then fine.. But I'm not so sure.
I'm not a baseball expert, and I don't know all the statistics so maybe there is something I'm missing...
But why in the world do the Yankees, and Mike Mussina specifically, continue to pitch to Manny? Can someone explain to me what I'm missing?
Also, I'm ok with pushing hitters back and sending a message, but not with a 97MPH fastball aimed at the head...
If it slipped, then fine.. But I'm not so sure.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Yankees Bash Their Way to a Win
Well.. That wasn't pretty from a pitching standpoint, but the Yankees won..
The starting pitching was terrible for both sides, but the Yankees bullpen looked better than the Red Sox.
Ross Ohlendorf got knocked around a bit, but overall he looked pretty good. He was throwing hard and his slider was really moving. Bruney was topping out at 97 MPH, and the ball was moving. Thats tough to hit.
I was also happy to see Billy Traber get Ortiz out with one pitch.. He should expect to be facing Ortiz quite regularaly this season.
The Yankees are now tied for first, which is exciting to say, considering where they were last year in April.
Game two tonight.. Moose needs to show up big and the Yankees need to try and get to Beckett early.
The starting pitching was terrible for both sides, but the Yankees bullpen looked better than the Red Sox.
Ross Ohlendorf got knocked around a bit, but overall he looked pretty good. He was throwing hard and his slider was really moving. Bruney was topping out at 97 MPH, and the ball was moving. Thats tough to hit.
I was also happy to see Billy Traber get Ortiz out with one pitch.. He should expect to be facing Ortiz quite regularaly this season.
The Yankees are now tied for first, which is exciting to say, considering where they were last year in April.
Game two tonight.. Moose needs to show up big and the Yankees need to try and get to Beckett early.
Monday, September 17, 2007
Looking Back at This Weekend
If you couldn't tell, this weekend felt a lot like October. The weather has changed, the wind has picked up and the leafs are looking like they're ready to turn into the colors of the fall. Saturday and Sunday the tempratures dipped into the 40's...
And of course, its only fitting that the first signs of the fall happen just as the Yankees and Red Sox play their last series of the regular season.
Fridays game started slow. You could tell the Yankees were tired. According to ESPN, the Yankees didn't get into Boston until 3:30am that day. At 7-2 going into the 8th, it seemed like it was over. I'll admit, after Giambi hit his homerun all I could say was "Great, a solo shot. That helps". Of course I was wrong in being sarcastic, as it did help and the Yankees pulled off a great come from behind win.
Saturday, I was at an annual celebration in Boston held by Samuel Adams fittingly called Oktoberfest. Yes, there I was, at 5:00PM, relaxing with friends and listening to some live music. Of course it would have been a little more fun if the band didn't stop playing every 10 minutes to give updates on the score of the game. I think there were more 'Yankee suck' chants at this event then there normally are at the games themselves.
And of course, last nights game was also great. The temperatures dipped again, it was chilly but there was still that electricity in the air. The Yankees put runners on second and third with Damon stepping up. The last thing I expected from him was to swing at the first pitch. And I was disappointed until I remembered who was up next. We all know what happened. Jeter hit a "no-doubter" way back into the seats over the green monster.
Then, as the bottom of the ninth came around, we all became slightly sick to our stomach. Close calls, a line drive and some walks.. Suddenly the bases are loaded for Bostons hero. Then he hits a looper, and we all watch as Cano, Melky, Abreu and Jeter rush towards shallow center field. In years passed these little loopers have killed the Yankees and Mariano.. But not tonight. Ortiz hit under it to much. It stayed in the air long enough for New Yorks hero to get there and put the game in the books.
The Yankees are 10-8 against the Red Sox now. They would own the tie-breaker, but catching the Sox does seem unlikely. Then again, anything can happen...
Detroit is putting the pressure on the Yankees though, as they have now gone 8-2 over their last 10 games. They now go play Cleveland in what will be the Central divisions biggest series of the season.
The Yankees need to focus on bearing Baltimore, who they are somehow only 4-8 ageist this year. There's only 13 games remaining. It's going to come down to the wire. This is exciting. This is what being a baseball fan is all about.
Go Yankees!
And of course, its only fitting that the first signs of the fall happen just as the Yankees and Red Sox play their last series of the regular season.
Fridays game started slow. You could tell the Yankees were tired. According to ESPN, the Yankees didn't get into Boston until 3:30am that day. At 7-2 going into the 8th, it seemed like it was over. I'll admit, after Giambi hit his homerun all I could say was "Great, a solo shot. That helps". Of course I was wrong in being sarcastic, as it did help and the Yankees pulled off a great come from behind win.
Saturday, I was at an annual celebration in Boston held by Samuel Adams fittingly called Oktoberfest. Yes, there I was, at 5:00PM, relaxing with friends and listening to some live music. Of course it would have been a little more fun if the band didn't stop playing every 10 minutes to give updates on the score of the game. I think there were more 'Yankee suck' chants at this event then there normally are at the games themselves.
And of course, last nights game was also great. The temperatures dipped again, it was chilly but there was still that electricity in the air. The Yankees put runners on second and third with Damon stepping up. The last thing I expected from him was to swing at the first pitch. And I was disappointed until I remembered who was up next. We all know what happened. Jeter hit a "no-doubter" way back into the seats over the green monster.
Then, as the bottom of the ninth came around, we all became slightly sick to our stomach. Close calls, a line drive and some walks.. Suddenly the bases are loaded for Bostons hero. Then he hits a looper, and we all watch as Cano, Melky, Abreu and Jeter rush towards shallow center field. In years passed these little loopers have killed the Yankees and Mariano.. But not tonight. Ortiz hit under it to much. It stayed in the air long enough for New Yorks hero to get there and put the game in the books.
The Yankees are 10-8 against the Red Sox now. They would own the tie-breaker, but catching the Sox does seem unlikely. Then again, anything can happen...
Detroit is putting the pressure on the Yankees though, as they have now gone 8-2 over their last 10 games. They now go play Cleveland in what will be the Central divisions biggest series of the season.
The Yankees need to focus on bearing Baltimore, who they are somehow only 4-8 ageist this year. There's only 13 games remaining. It's going to come down to the wire. This is exciting. This is what being a baseball fan is all about.
Go Yankees!
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