It only took one big inning for A.J. to lose this game for the Yankees. For some reason in the 2nd inning Burnett gave up 2 runs, loaded the bases, and allowed a grand slam to Brian Roberts. He pitched a gem after that.
This isn't the first time recently that Mr. Burnett has been AJacked in a mystifying loss of concentration. He once admitted to not having had his mind right, and once again today it seemed that was the problem.
Games like this make fans wonder about the postseason. CC is rolling right now, and Pettitte is a pretty reliable postseason guy. Lemme tell you, though...it doesn't matter how good our starters are. If someone gets rocked more than once in a postseason series the Yankees can kiss the World Series and the championship goodbye. Getting bombed like AJ got bombed today means no ring. Period.
Here's my feeling. Some guys step up in the postseason and win championships. Others implode. There's no way to tell for sure to which group Mr. Burnett belongs. But if I had to guess, I'd say AJ belongs to the former group. In other words, I think his mental makeup is suited towards postseason pressure and big games.
I think he'll come through when it matters most. Just my opinion, and I'm going to stick by it. Remember I said it!
AL East magic number: 14
Home field magic number: 16
Games remaining: 20
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