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How to win an Ivan Nova start against the Blue Jays

Relieve early and often. Just like voting.

Masahiro Tanaka was supposed to start Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays. This would have come to pass if the National League was not a wretched hive of scum and villainy determined to watch pitchers flail around and attempt to hit. During Friday's game, Tanaka felt a twinge in his hamstring while running the bases. He's now been diagnosed with a Grade 1 hamstring strain. Tanaka apparently feels that he can pitch on Tuesday but the Yankees understandably want to make sure he's as healthy as possible for the playoffs.