Pop The Champagne!
As I watched the Yankees charge onto the field after their victory, hoisting AJ Burnett, a clear hero on their shoulders, I felt a tremendous sense of peace. The season was won and AJ had proved to be the pitcher Brian Cashman thought he was. Ok, none of that happened, but the coverage of this particular game made it seem like it had.
Hey, it was a big win, but it hardly settles much. The Yankees finally won a series against Boston, but they are still trailing them. AJ Burnett didn't implode, but I can't be that impressed with 5-1/3 innings of two-run ball.
What does make me happy is that Joe Girardi managed like he wanted this series, which makes me hopeful for the future. I don't get hung up on the potential playoff opponents, but I do think winning the AL East and having home field would be important. Girardi managed like he felt that as well last night and I hope he does so again.
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Noticed on the scoreboard while at the braves game tonight Nova got another win. If not for someone in Detroit would he be in running along with CC for cy?
Posted by: blmeanie | September 2, 2011 11:02 PM |
BL
I don't think so, ERA is pretty high compared to those guys (3.89) but Rookie of the Year seems attainable.
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September 3, 2011 10:12 AM
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BL -
Just out of curiosity: Braves and Red Sox in the World Series - hey it could happen.
Which team is "your team"?
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September 3, 2011 04:20 PM
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Sox, but at least I'd be able to go to games :)
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September 4, 2011 05:03 PM
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gotta say, maybe I missed the turn here .. but you throw out Jeter's first two months and he's done more than just turn it around, he'd having a very good year..hats off to guy because the knives were out and AGAIN he's proved a few people (myself) wrong.
Posted by: tim | September 4, 2011 10:40 PM |
Tim
Funny you should mention that because I am going to post about him and his current numbers tomorrow. Don't beat yourself up too much....(teaser alert!)
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September 4, 2011 11:32 PM
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