Another Loss to Boston, No Reason to Panic

There is no other way around it. Boston has the Yankees' number. Taking the first seven games from the Yankees, Boston has reason to feel confident about their chances of winning the AL East. I don't blame them. On the flip-side, the Yankees should have no reason to panic. Despite New York's major struggles against the Red Sox, they still find themselves in a position to win on Thursday and tie it up atop the standings in the East. The Yankees still have to be considered a favorite to make the playoffs and winning the division outright, is still a very reasonable expectation. However, with Boston being flat out better in head-to-head battles, it must be of some concern how the Yanks would fare versus Boston in the postseason. I say don't panic. First off, Boston will face CC Sabathia for just the first time tomorrow. If this was the third time that they have faced him and they were 7-0, then I'd be worried. Secondly, Josh Beckett is a stud, but the stuff he had last night was his absolute best. He'll come back down to earth. Also, six out of the first eight games will be played in Boston. The Yankees will get plenty of chances versus Boston at home in August and September. Lastly, it's still early!! There are still over 100 games to be played and a lot can happen during that span. For now, I tip my hat to Boston, for they have simply dominated the early goings of this season series. At the same time, I say, "Hey, we're only a game back! A win tomorrow puts us back in first!" Go Yanks!!