With a heat index of 104 degrees, the Yankees played a full nine innings on Saturday afternoon. They played well, too, besting the Rockies by a score of 11-5.
We’ll have a full recap shortly. In the meantime, here are some highlights:
Winner of the Game
For five innings, Masahiro Tanaka looked dominant. He held the Rockies to two hits on just 47 pitches. He appeared prime to toss a Maddux. It’s important to remember how well he pitched through the first five frames.
As for the other winners, it’s tough to choose.