Let's Keep It Up

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An encouraging win for the Yankees tonight and a good way to start off the second half and get back to .500. The big guys (A-Rod, Abreu) did what they are supposed to do, hit home runs. And it's always nice to see Jeter hit one out. Posada continues to have a career year. I also love seeing the young guys play well. Not that it's much to brag about, but Melky has recently proven himself to be a master of the bunt. And Phillips extended his hitting streak to 7 games. As has been pointed out all over the place, the Yankees have a weak schedule from here on. If they play the rest of the season (on the road, in particular) the same way that they played tonight, there is no reason that they shouldn't be in the hunt for a playoff spot. Especially now that the starting pitching has started to come around. Well, except for Igawa. He is still terrible. Patiently awaiting the return of Hughes, which should be soon.