Better tonight

Yanks are leading early against Erik Bedard, Seattle's dynamic lefty ace. Lefties usually murder the Yankees, especially ones they haven't seen before. Bedard's a known, having spent a number of years with the Orioles. That said, they've gotten two clutch hits tonight, from Hideki Matsui and Melky Cabrera, bringing home all three runs. Clutch hits are rare for these Yankees.

Thanks to the Mariners' defense for three erros in the first two innings.

More importantly, Bobby Murcer is back. He's been battling cancer and his voice is a welcome addition to the Yankees broadcast team. He contributes to the game, much like Paul O'Neill and David Cone have done more recently.

John Flaherty makes me want to tear my ears off. Al Leiter is hardly better. If the two of them read this, or, if anyone who knows those two read this, please, tell them I said shut up - just for five minutes. Shut up. You don't need to talk the whole time. Let the game happen. It doesn't need you and your constant analysis and repeatedly pointless comments. For the love of God, I implore you. Shut up!