Outstanding game in Rochester last night. Fernandez went 8 strong for the Redwings giving up 1 run on 3 hits and shut down the rehabbing Pumpkinhead Youkilis. Redwings left fielder brought one back from over the wall on a great play to save a home run and, the big plus, we were not in front of a television for the Yankee fiasco.

Only downside was Melon-Noggin Youkilis going yard in the top of the 9th and locals sported more Red Sox gear than you typically see at the Goodwill store.

But the home team got a rare win, 4-2, with solid pitching, timely hitting and great defense - a much needed diversion from the Yankees.

With Burnet going tonight in Boston, rather than tune in to YES, we're going to stay home and stick hot needles in our eyes. Different strategy, same results.