That Was Pretty Embarrasing

The Good

Burnett pitched a complete game allowing 3 runs, which should really be enough against Oakland. Jeter went 3-4 further surpassing Luis Aparicio, and setting the bar high for all shortstops in the game.

The Bad

A-Rod stepped up to bat with the bases loaded and 1 out and grounded to the pitcher for a double play. That's the kind of game the Yankees played yesterday.

The Ugly

The Yankees were dominated by former teammate Brett Tomko who pitched 5 shutout innings. Its a good thing we DFA'd him. How did we not win last night? AJ Burnett vs. Brett Tomko, and we lose? That is ugly.

Respect Jeter's Gangster is for the Children

The "Respect Jeter's Gangster" blog joined Johnny Damon's home run club, which raises money for the Children's Health Fund. We are pledged to donate $1.00 for every homerun the Yankees hit this season. Last night, the Yankees hit 0 homeruns, as they were up against perennial Cy Young contender Brett Tomko.

Jorge Posada 15hr = $15.00
Hideki Matsui 19hr = $19.00
Derek Jeter 15hr = $15.00
Mark Teixeira 30hr = $30.00
Nick Swisher 20hr = $20.00
Robinson Cano 18hr = $18.00
Johnny Damon 22hr = $22.00
Melky Cabrera 11hr = $11.00
Jose Molina 1hr = $1.00
Alex Rodriguez 21hr = $21.00
Brett Gardner 3hr = $3.00
Francisco Cervelli 1hr = $1.00
Eric Hinske 5hr = $5.00
Jerry Hairston Jr. 1hr = $1.00
Total = $182.00

If you are interested in Johnny Damon's Homerun Club or the Children's Health Fund you can find links to both at the top right hand corner of our page.