Yanks/Rays are beginning to look like the Yanks/Red Sox rivalry of years past. Both lineups are stacked from top to bottom, and both pitching staffs can run with the best of em'.
The past few nights have come down to the last pitch. Not a great sign for either team. Considering they are only a game apart (Tampa is in the lead), each game is absolutely crucial. Good thing they play each other another 4 times in the final 13 games (all of which will be played in the Bronx).
And, as all baseball players understand, big bats and big arms can win big series, but when it comes down to being a game apart to determine home field advantage throughout the playoffs, it is the little things that make the difference.
Example A:
Take Mr. November. Yea, he knows how to win. 5 rings alright. While he can hit opposite field RBI's better than anyone ever did in baseball, he also knows when to take the game back to small ball. As soon as he gets on base with this ultimate fake out of a hit-by-pitch, the GrandyMan sends a 2 run shot over the right field fence.
Sure, the Rays came back to win 4-3, but you gotta love the hustle.
.....the road to 28!
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