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Ian Kennedy was dominant in his first start in AAA after his recent demotion.  In 7.1 innings for the Scranton Wilkes-Barre Yankees, Kennedy gave up just one hit, no runs and no walks while striking out eight batters.   He was very efficient, throwing just 90 pitches in those 7.1 innings.  He faced just 24 batters, two over the minimum (he hit one batter) to get the win.

This is all very encouraging, but it makes me wonder.  Where was this in the major leagues this year?  Sure I like to see our AAA ballclub do well but I could care less in comparison to the real Yankees.  Either way, nice to see Ikky sort of getting back on track.  Hopefully this will build his confidence in himself and the organization’s confidence in him.  I really hope things work out for Kennedy for three main reasons:

1. His success is vital to the Yankees success.
2. I like to see our young guys do well.
3. His replacement is Kei Igawa, and I would be the happiest man alive if I never saw him in Pinstripes again (although that doesn’t appear to be the case).

Hopefully this is the start of the Ian Kennedy turnaround.  We know he can pitch well in the Show because he’s done it before.

Happy Birthday to Commodore William Bainbridge (for whom Bainbridge Avenue in the Bronx is named), Gary Cooper, Dick Williams, Johnny Unitas, Tim Russert, Owen Hart, Eagle Eye Cherry, Breckin Meyer, Shawn Marion, Alex Smith, Drew Stanton, James Loney and Drew Neitzel