Game 129: Hurricane A.J.

Q: What will do more damage this weekend, A.J. Burnett’s start or Hurricane Irene?

Hurricane A.J. will hit the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast regions of the country just ahead of Hurricane Irene, as Burnett takes the mound tonight against the Orioles. We’re living through a little déjá vu with Burnett right now. He’s tanking in August, with no signs of recovery on the horizon. This won’t be his last one, either; he’s the only one who will be on proper rest to face Boston on Wednesday.

Lineup:

1. Derek Jeter, SS
2. Curtis Granderson, CF
3. Mark Teixeira, 1B
4. Alex Rodriguez, 3B
5. Robinson Cano, 2B
6. Nick Swisher, RF
7. Jorge Posada, DH
8. Russell Martin, C
9. Brett Gardner, LF

And on the mound, number thirty-four, A.J. Burnett.