A Thrashing of The Jays Give Yankees Their Second Win of the Spring

Another win, and the Yankees will be at .500.

It seems for over a year now that the Yankees are aiming at mediocrity. If you look at last season, the Yankees were still aiming at .500 by the all star break. It's no knock on the team (they did end up winning 95 games last year), but it seems the Yankees' goals are lessening each year. Maybe it's just my frustration talking, but it seems that way.

Nonetheless, the Yankees did win.

It was a good game too- an 11-8 thrashing of the Blue Jays. Robinson Cano has looked well this spring, and he put up another solid game, going 3-3 with a home run. However, his lackadaisical single later in the game was a bit "Alfonso Soriano like," meaning it could have easily been turned into a double. Matsui also doubled in his only at bat, and Will Nieves also contributed a home run. Other stars at the plate were Kelly Stinnet and Andy Phillips, both contributing two hits. On the mound, Wang's sinker wasn't it's best, as he gave up three runs in two innings. Aaron Small also gave up four runs, although three were unearned. Pitcher J.B. Cox (who will likely place Rivera when he retires) closed out the game and earned a save.

On the Blue Jays side, Dustin McGowan's Spring Training ERA rose to 63.00 The Jays are now 0-5, with most of the games being considerable losses. My prediction for them to make a playoff chase isn't looking that great. However, it's still March.

I'm thinking of making a new poll. Does anyone have any suggestions?