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Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad

May 19, 2017

The Yankees’ offensive might was on full display in Games 1 and 2 of the series against the Royals, with a combination of small ball, big ball and really big ball. I love the combination of power and speed, but what I really love is this team’s ability to take the extra base. Remember how frustrating it was when we had all those older, slower veterans who lumbered to get around the bases and often didn’t even try? Not anymore. The 2017 Yankees are athletic and frisky, and it’s paying dividends.

Last night’s finale was a bit of a bummer, as the KC pitcher stymied the hitters and the sweep was lost, but overall I was happy with the way they played.

And let me spend a second on Aaron Hicks. I thought I’d be talking about Gary Sanchez and then Aaron Judge relentlessly this season, but Hicks has really been an eye opener. He gets his hits, is fast, makes good plays in the outfield, does it all. Impressive. One of the broadcasters – maybe O’Neill? – compared him to Bernie Williams, and I agree to a point. Let’s see what he does over the course of his career and then we can pin the “Bernie” label on him. Still, I’m excited to see what he can do.

Next up: the pesky Rays. We should beat them every time we play them but somehow The Trop proves bedeviling. It’s tough to even watch games there. I always feel as if they’re playing inside a gym. But maybe the Yanks will overcome and mute the cowbells.

Filed Under: Confessions of a She-Fan Tagged With: Aaron Hicks, Rays, Royals, Yankees

Comments

  1. Diane Anziano says

    May 19, 2017 at 7:20 am

    Yeah, you know what they say, Jane, “you can’t win them all”. The last game was a heart breaker but at least we weren’t shut out. I know The Rays are always a handful for The Yankees but maybe with all the young players they won’t experience this. Who knows? And then The Royals come to The Bronx so we should be able to basically trounce them again. GO YANKEES!!!

  2. Jane Heller says

    May 19, 2017 at 7:44 am

    So weird that the schedule has another series with the Royals so soon after this last one, Diane. I just hope we don’t face last night’s pitcher!

  3. Leo says

    May 19, 2017 at 10:40 am

    What did you guys make of A-Rod’s debut in the broadcast booth last night? I always enjoy hearing his analysis when it comes to baseball and has always been so knowledgeable so I enjoyed it. He did repeat himself a lot though and some comparisons he made were out there but he was still alright. He can only improve from here with more experience.

  4. Jane Heller says

    May 19, 2017 at 11:46 am

    I missed his debut in the booth, Leo. I read that he was awkward at first and does a better job at general commentary. But he does seem to be broadening his post-playing opportunities. Like hosting Shark Tank!

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