I don't even want to think about it, let alone spend much time writing about it. Handed a six-run lead early, AJ Burnett pitched his worst game in pinstripes as hated Boston outslugged the Bronx Bombers, 16-11. The wild finish was Boston's largest comeback to beat New York since May 16, 1968, and it came after Burnett was presented with a 6-0 lead through 3 1/2 innings. Burnett, who usually owns the Sox, faltered big time. Boston rapped him for eight runs and eight hits in five innings.
Still, the Yankees had their chances late. The bullpen was equally disappointing. Brian Bruney was sorely missed on the same day he was placed on the DL with a bum elbow. He should be back in two weeks. Those two weeks can't come soon enough. He's been great.
Forget about Saturday Yankee fans. I know I'm trying to. Tonight is all that matters. The Yankees need to salvage the series, taking at least one game from their rival.
Andy Pettitte will be asked to stop the bleeding. Pettitte draws the call for his fourth start of the season. The veteran left-hander turned in a gritty outing his last time around. On Tuesday against the A's, Pettitte limited Oakland to two runs on nine hits.
Pettitte last faced the Red Sox on Aug. 26, 2008 at the old Yankee Stadium, allowing six runs on 10 hits in a 4 2/3-inning losing effort.
Not so good. But check out the carreer stats in Boston. Pettitte has a 6-2 career record with a 3.53 ERA in 15 games (13 starts) at Fenway Park.
Which Andy will show up tonight?
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