The 8th and 9th belonged to David Robinson and Mariano Rivera respectively. Robertson struck out the side, keeping his ERA to 0.00. Forget Houdini - he is becomming the invisable man. As for Mariano - it was Mo being Mo, including 1 broke bat and a game ending endused double play.
The two runs came from a two run homer by Eric Chavez, who also played third, giving A-Rod a 1/2 day off. Chavez is one of the most overlooked players on this team. He is clutch, plays a great 3rd base and never complains about the amount of playing time he sees. He is just glad to get in there and be productive. He is the definition of team player.
Speaking of team players - Andy Pettitte made another minor league start. He said afterward he felt great after throwing appx 90 pitches and although gave up five runs - the start was more about getting his pitch count up. Andy also said that he just wants to get back to NY so he can start helping the team. But followed that up by saying he knows he has one more Trenton start to make. He is not going to fight Cash on that - he is just getting a little antsy. So are we Andy - Yankee fans are as anxious to get you back pitching in the Bronx as you are. Andy's first start in Yankee Stadium is no doubt going to have the electicity of a playoff game. Andy is loved in the Bronx and he will have no doubts about that when he comes home.
Tonights games was what the Yankees needed. Fabulous win by the Bombers!
Once again, GO YANKEES!
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