Yanks' nine-run seventh helps New York top Texas Bronx, NY (Sports Network) - Jason Giambi belted a grand slam and drove in six
runs as New York broke out of an offensive slump and avoided a sweep by
trouncing Texas, 18-7, in the finale of a three-game set.
The 18 runs were a season-high for the Yankees as were the nine runs scored in
the seventh inning. New York had managed to scratch out just four runs in its
previous three games.
Alex Rodriguez finished 2-for-3 with a three-run homer and scored four runs
for the Yankees, who snapped a three-game skid. Jorge Posada, Johnny Damon and
Bobby Abreu each added two RBI a... More...
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Our View:Bruney was good in relief this year, and though he doesn't hold much value in traditional fantasy formats, he may accumulate some holds when he comes back.
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Our View:Hughes has tantalized fantasy owners with his talent but has yet to really put it all together. He needs to stay healthy and put a few quality starts together in order to prove he is worthy of a spot on fantasy teams.
