What a great series! Obviously a bit of my excitement is due to the fact that the Yankees won the series but when you sit back and look at the drama involved in all three games, you can't help but marvel at one of the greatest rivalries in all of sports.
I must admit I was a bit aggravated on Friday night after the Yankees blew it with the bases loaded in the first inning but I'm glad I watched the game to see the incredible comeback in the 8th. Okajima had never given up a home run to a lefty before Giambi. And then, moments later he serves another one up to Cano. I feel a little bad for him as I think the long season is starting to get to him. The Yankees impressed me a though showing the grit to stay in there no matter what the score. That makes me feel good about their chances in October.
Saturday's game was not as fun for my side but it was still a good game. I think if Giambi wasn't at first a lot of the runs the Sox scored wouldn't have happened, but oh well. Beckett pitched well, although I still can't stand him as I was at Game 6 of the 2003 world Series to see his series clinching performance.
Sunday's game was one for the ages. Possibly the greatest pitcher of all time (Clemens) against a very very good pitcher (Schilling). Both of them re-inventing themselves, knowing they cannot throw 95-98 anymore. It was well pitched by both sides and I'm glad Francona left Schilling in to face the greatest clutch hitter of his day jack on over the Green Monster. Nothing better than seeing the captain come though in the clutch AGAIN!! Joba once again impressed and Rivera scared the crap out of me. All in all, despite the lack of sleep it caused, there's not much better than Yankees Vs. Red Sox!!
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