Shields continued to be hurt by homers in his last start vs. Detroit, when he allowed three long balls in the same inning. But he also further solidified his reputation as the staff's workhorse, going at least six innings for the 22nd time this year.
Lynn has taken a step back after two encouraging starts for the Yanks, allowing 10 runs in his last 9 1/3 innings. Lynn's first Yankees start came on Aug. 6 at Chicago, when he hurled 7 1/3 scoreless innings of two-hit ball, striking out nine.