Here is Gary Sheffield sporting his Trenton Thunder hat for his Double-A rehab game last night. It must have gone well, as Sheffield declared himself ready for the big leagues after going 1-for-3 with a sacrifice fly. Also, Sheffield spoke to reporters, the first time he has done that since May 7. Should be interesting to see if he speaks when he returns to Fenway Park tonight.
One thing is certain, the Yankees will be very happy to see Sheffield, and that will make him feel wanted. Why is that important? Because Sheffield, ever so moody, loves feeling wanted. If you don't believe us, go read the clips from his 2004 season.
Joe Torre said after the Yankees' 9-5 loss last night that If he does play Sheffield tonight, which he said was likely, he wasn't worried about having him begin against a knuckleballer in Tim Wakefield. Usually that's not the type of pitcher you want to start out against, especially when you haven't hit regularly in weeks. But the Yankees need production, and Sheffield is their best option. Why not use him?
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Sheffield is a moot point. This team has ONE consistent starter-Mussina. Other than that, unwanted garbage. Sox have THREE dominators (Schill/JB/JPap) Four AL playoff teams look like a cinch (Red Sox, White Sox, A's & Tigers) Yanks finish 3rd-distanced!
I agree with getting Sheff in there immediately, knuckleballer or not. Get that Long out of the lineup. He looked lost in Fenway's left field. Stick with Melky, who is beginning to show signs of both confidence and aggresiveness at the plate.
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