NFT: Blue Jays at Yankees 9/16 GDT: The All Rise Edition

that we can just stay healthy the rest of the way. Whatever happens, I want it to be based on the performance of our guys.

2 back of Twins (1 loss column) for 4 seed, to host opening round.

4 games back of Rays in the East

Home field probably means less this year than any other, but I still think the Yanks have an advantage at the Stadium, especially against the Twins

Shaping up as likely we play the Twins in round 1, unless something really changes with about 10-13 games left per team. If Yanks let the Jays pass them again for 2nd in the East, we’re most likely playing opening round at Tampa, Chicago, or Oakland as the 7 or 8 seed

LFG Yanks!

I guess they're easing the guys in. But, the lineup will look better with Stanton and Torres.

In comment 14974749 adamg said:

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I guess they're easing the guys in. But, the lineup will look better with Stanton and Torres.

They mentioned on the broadcast last night that Stanton would be sitting today. They want to (as you put it) ease him back into the lineup.

Just get everybody healthy and ready for the playoffs.

but here is my problem with Boone.

If you know you are going to be sitting Stanton one of the 2 nights, why would you not sit him last night and play him against Roark today who he has power against historically.

8 for 36 (only .222 average, but still better than Sanchez)
Of the 8 hits, he's got 4 HR, a double and 6 RBI, along with 4 walks

Sanchez is 1-4 off Roark with a single and a walk and no RBIs

Sanchez will homer twice tonight and have 5 RBI

In comment 14974810 Jim in Tampa said:

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In comment 14974749 adamg said: Quote: I guess they're easing the guys in. But, the lineup will look better with Stanton and Torres. They mentioned on the broadcast last night that Stanton would be sitting today. They want to (as you put it) ease him back into the lineup. Just get everybody healthy and ready for the playoffs.

Thanks. Missed yesterday's game. It was a pleasant surprise this morning. :)

In comment 14974836 Neckbone1333 said:

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but here is my problem with Boone. If you know you are going to be sitting Stanton one of the 2 nights, why would you not sit him last night and play him against Roark today who he has power against historically. 8 for 36 (only .222 average, but still better than Sanchez) Of the 8 hits, he's got 4 HR, a double and 6 RBI, along with 4 walks Sanchez is 1-4 off Roark with a single and a walk and no RBIs

The nitpicking has gotten to ludicrous levels. Stanton was just activated yesterday, why would they rest him before he played a game? The idea is to get them in a game and then the next day off to monitor how their injuries handled the workload. They also knew Judge would be back today and in the lineup. And just so you know, they’ve already said they will do the same thing with Judge. He will not be in the lineup tomorrow. Can’t wait to read the comments when he’s not in the lineup tomorrow...

In comment 14974851 BigBlueShock said:

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In comment 14974836 Neckbone1333 said: Quote: but here is my problem with Boone. If you know you are going to be sitting Stanton one of the 2 nights, why would you not sit him last night and play him against Roark today who he has power against historically. 8 for 36 (only .222 average, but still better than Sanchez) Of the 8 hits, he's got 4 HR, a double and 6 RBI, along with 4 walks Sanchez is 1-4 off Roark with a single and a walk and no RBIs The nitpicking has gotten to ludicrous levels. Stanton was just activated yesterday, why would they rest him before he played a game? The idea is to get them in a game and then the next day off to monitor how their injuries handled the workload. They also knew Judge would be back today and in the lineup. And just so you know, they’ve already said they will do the same thing with Judge. He will not be in the lineup tomorrow. Can’t wait to read the comments when he’s not in the lineup tomorrow...

Nitpicking? If you are going to play analytics, then play them, or play both days. They didn't have enough time during today to monitor to see if he wasn't injured?

In comment 14974856 Neckbone1333 said:

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In comment 14974851 BigBlueShock said: Quote: In comment 14974836 Neckbone1333 said: Quote: but here is my problem with Boone. If you know you are going to be sitting Stanton one of the 2 nights, why would you not sit him last night and play him against Roark today who he has power against historically. 8 for 36 (only .222 average, but still better than Sanchez) Of the 8 hits, he's got 4 HR, a double and 6 RBI, along with 4 walks Sanchez is 1-4 off Roark with a single and a walk and no RBIs The nitpicking has gotten to ludicrous levels. Stanton was just activated yesterday, why would they rest him before he played a game? The idea is to get them in a game and then the next day off to monitor how their injuries handled the workload. They also knew Judge would be back today and in the lineup. And just so you know, they’ve already said they will do the same thing with Judge. He will not be in the lineup tomorrow. Can’t wait to read the comments when he’s not in the lineup tomorrow... Nitpicking? If you are going to play analytics, then play them, or play both days. They didn't have enough time during today to monitor to see if he wasn't injured?

It was preordained as stated. Stanton is sitting today, then will play two, then sit. Judge is on the same schedule. It is all about having people healthy for a grueling playoff schedule. Torres can play, but they are giving that quad a little extra time. He can pinch hit and go in late if needed. But when they score 20 more tonight, he will not be needed.

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Guess everyone else knew he was going to be there tonight. Lost track of it if I ever knew it. Glad he's back at last.

Let's see if he can finish tonight

Wowza

DJ is so fucking good.

Bang. Gone! What else did we expect?

He needs to be back

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He needs to be back

I’m scared to death of his free agency, especially with the Yankees taking a revenue hit this year. Hope they don’t get too cute.

out of the pitcher...productive out in a perverted way.

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out of the pitcher...productive out in a perverted way.

Definitely. 23 pitches in one inning isn't a sustainable pace especially giving up those hard hit balls.

Hicks and Boot both almost got one.

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That half. Gary just missed it.

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Higgy goes monumental.

Higgy goes boom.

3-0, Yanks.

Two run shot. Let's go!

Two run contribution. Nice swat.

Did not think he hit it THAT well. It was tagged, but never though it would get out. Nice 3-0

TOR got zero length from Walker last night and Roark is going to need more than 50 pitches just to get through 3 innings here.

I'd love to smash their bullpen again tonight.

In comment 14974938 arcarsenal said:

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TOR got zero length from Walker last night and Roark is going to need more than 50 pitches just to get through 3 innings here. I'd love to smash their bullpen again tonight.

I'd love to see Espinal again tonight but these things have a way of evening out.

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4-0

quick swing....4-0 Frazier

Smash over the fence in left.

Love that Frazier swing.

takin it.

in the first AB and he worked the count into a single there...good signs

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The MACHINE.

Wow, the Yankees are scorching.

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Holy cow! Another over the wall.

we don't sign DJ to a fat contract?

GONE

up to .372 with 9 homers. Sneaking into the MVP conversation if he finishes strong.

Judge getting umped.

6-0

Head out on the highway

DJLM with his second - a two runner/ 6-0

are these guys???

each at bat...

other than Cole. If he isn’t signed it will be a giant kick in the nuts.

In comment 14974977 UConn4523 said:

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other than Cole. If he isn’t signed it will be a giant kick in the nuts.

Yep, 3 yrs $45ish maybe 4/$55ish