I can't believe I stayed up for this

by Travis G on May 27, 2009 1:43 AM EDT in Game Recap

The Yankees outhit the Rangers (12 to 9), out-stole them (5 to 1), out-wild-pitched them (0 to 2), and just when it seemed like they were going to take the lead, Nick Swisher hit into an inning-ending double-play with the bases full. The Yankees left 12 men on base, went 2-12 with RISP, and grounded into three double-plays.

I don't know if it was the 2+ hour rain delay or Joba's normal problems against the Rangers, but he had almost no control, walking four and throwing more than 80 pitches in just four innings.

Melky Cabrera sprained his shoulder on Texas' first AB of the game, crashing into the CF wall chasing an Ian Kinsler line-drive.

- A bit of good news after this depressing game: Jorge Posada caught in a simulated game in Tampa, and could join the Yanks in Cleveland by the end of the week.

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Just one of those games

Everyone else that matters lost also. No big deal. ‘cept for Melky’s shoulder.

by HappyLuckyGoldenDragonNumber1! on May 27, 2009 3:56 AM EDT reply actions

Agree

It’s good that everyone else in the AL East lost too last night (except for the Orioles who beat the Blue Jays), but I definitely think Cabrera’s shoulder is the biggest thing we Yankee fans should be concerned about after last night’s game.

Pride, Power, Pinstripes...Go Yankees!

by acman319 on May 27, 2009 7:58 AM EDT reply actions

or you could look at it like:

they had a chance to tie Boston and go another game up on Toronto and blew it. i try to be optimistic though…

by Travis G on May 27, 2009 2:52 PM EDT up reply actions

AJ

I agree with the above comments. Let’s just keep winning series. AJ needs a big performance tonight. Needs to win the rubber game here. He hasn’t been good the last few starts. They had their chances last night, couldn’t cash them in. This is an important game for them, taking 2 of 3 in Texas would be a great way to continue this road trip.

by fredny on May 27, 2009 9:20 AM EDT reply actions

That Texas broadcast is one of the worst

I’ve watched in awhile. Why do they feel to need to interview some clown up in the stands during every Yankee at-bat? The endless commentary about the weather, etc, etc. Absolutely no analysis whatsoever. I really makes me appreciate what Singleton and the guys bring to the table.

by FrankDiscussion on May 27, 2009 11:21 AM EDT reply actions

Yes!

Singleton has become my favorite YES announcer. he sorta took over the mantle of ‘older, experienced vet’ that Murcer and Kaat had.

by Travis G on May 27, 2009 2:51 PM EDT up reply actions

Agreed

My two favorite YES announcers are Ken Singleton and David Cone. I love it when it’s those two up in the booth!

Pride, Power, Pinstripes...Go Yankees!

by acman319 on May 27, 2009 7:02 PM EDT up reply actions

Joba's start

On the lower-end range of “typical” – High pitch count. Brilliant at times. Kept both teams in the game. Left too early.

Quit teasing us!

by BacktimeTV on May 27, 2009 4:22 PM EDT reply actions

He is 23

Look at the first few seasons for pitchers like Halladay, Santana, CC, Beckett, etc. It takes a couple seasons to really get a starting pitcher reaching potential. Joba has kept us in almost every game he has pitched. What he lacks isn’t ability, it’s wisdom and experience. He is not a setup man anymore, he has to learn how to pitch through a lineup 3 times. He has to learn who has the ability to hit which of his pitches. I think Joba and Hughes are doing a fantastic job. Will they win 15 this season? Dunno, but I do know that the Yankees will win more of the games that they are pitching in then they will lose. Can you imagine next season when Joba has seen all of the league a few times over? His changeup is slowly getting better. He is gonna be filthy. So is Hughes for that matter.

by HappyLuckyGoldenDragonNumber1! on May 27, 2009 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions