The Phillies took it to the Yankees Wednesday night at the Stadium.
Cliff Lee was in control throughout and may have two more starts in him if Charlie Manuel decides to go that route. And Lee gave him little reason not to with a complete-game gem. a 6-1 win the World Series opener.
Chase Utley was the best hitter in the ballpark, belting two solo home runs off of CC Sabathia – the only marks against the Yankees ace. That would have been the difference if not for the Yankees bullpen allowing four runs over the final two innings.
Phil Hughes walked Jimmy Rollins and Shane Victorino – the only two batters he faced. They both went on to score against shaky David Robertson.
It all added up to a dominating win for the Phillies. Which leads us to ask …
Does the Phillies dominant performance change how you feel about the Yankees’ chances in this Series? Comment below …