Going into Chase Whitley's first career start back on May 15, nobody knew what to expect.
Whitley, who had struggled during Spring Training, was just another prospect, someone the team had to bring up after CC Sabathia got hurt.
Surprisingly, the rookie ended up tossing a scoreless 4.2 innings that day, making Joe Girardi confident he could help the team win.
“I’ve felt good about him ever since I saw him pitch the first game, that he was going to keep us in the game, just because he throws strikes, he locates, he doesn’t beat himself,” the Pinstripes' Manager told the New York Daily News after Whitley beat the Royals last night. “He does a lot of things right."
To put into perspective how good Whitley has been for the Bombers this season, it's helpful to look at the numbers of his predecessor.
Sabathia, the team's supposed-to-be ace, was 2-2 with a 4.33 ERA in his five outings before going down, with the team losing his only no-decision.
Whitley, on the other hand, has gone 1-0 with a 2.42 ERA in his first five MLB games, helping the Yanks go 4-1.
I think it's obvious who's better.
Dissapointing news. Morales just signed with the Twins
ReplyDeleteNay, nay...good news! We don't need another old player. Let the kids play. By the by, Mr. McCann has been ok over at 1st!
ReplyDeleteYea, but it's always fun to acquire someone new.
DeleteLord Jack, you're awfully greedy :P
DeleteMc ta 1st, since Tex be hexed... O'Brien ta C, RF & DH...
ReplyDeleteIf Sori be a "No Be,"
Up with Sanchez too, let O be right.
Mc ta 1st, since Tex be hexed... O'Brien ta C, RF & DH...
ReplyDeleteIf Sori be a "No Be,"
Up with Sanchez too, let O be right.
O'Brien was moved to first base tonight in Double-A with the Trenton Thunder, supposedly this is a full time move.
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