Mr. Lucky

Sir Sid broke the Yankees two game slide with another one of his luck/skill? driven quality start. The big play came when Bobby Abreu threw out Murphy to end Texas rally. Pudge Rodriguez blocked the plate to record the out, and both Pudge and Murphy would have to leave the game. IRod is day to day with a bruised knee. Jeter broke out of his contribution slump and drove in the go ahead run. This was a desperately needed win on a day when Joba went on the DL and both the Sox and Rays won.

Word has also come out that the Yanks have signed their 6th round pick Brett Marshall for 850K with an additional 200K for college, and a 7500 bonus of some sort. This is a huge signing as Marshall has a Joba-like upside. He currently tops out at 97 on his fastball and 91! on his slider. Whether he'll start or relieve will depend on one or two other pitches developing, but he is anothe great arm for the inventory.

Go Yanks!