Apr

11

Wang Leads Yanks to 4-1 Victory

Posted by M. Patel under News, Players 

Chien-Ming Wang proved his doubters wrong today as he lead the Yankees to a win against the Red Sox today, 4 to 1. Wang ended up pitching the complete game and allowed only 2 hits and 1 run in the process. He would have got the shutout as well, but Bobby Abreu missed catching a homer by J.D. Drew by a hair in the bottom of the 5th. Wang had great control over the ball and proved that he could pitch well at Fenway.

I think today’s game is a prime example of why Chien-Ming Wang is the ace of this staff. Some people argue that the Yankees don’t have one, but I beg to differ. He ended with 19 wins last year, and already has 3 in his first 3 starts this year. He is able to pitch long innings and usually has good command of the ball. He definetely has the stuff to lead a team and I believe that he will end around 20 wins again this year.

On the offensive side of the ball things are still a bit sluggish. They managed to get 10 hits, but only scored 4 runs. Jason Giambi finally did something on offense with a home run in the 7th. He still has a .095 batting average thus far, but maybe today’s homer will give him some momentum. Jorge Posada dhed again today, still recovering from his sore shoulder. Molina is doing a good job, so there isn’t much to worry about, but if Posada continues to dh, that could mean less at-bats for Damon.

Next game is against the BoSox again at 3:55 EST tomorrow. Game will be broadcasted on FOX as Mike Mussina takes on Josh Beckett.

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