The Yankees had won seven straight behind Masahiro Tanaka before losing to the Red Sox in his last start, but it sure wasn't his fault. He gave up four hits and one run over seven innings. Still, the Yankees have won 14 of his last 17 starts, which is basically J.A. Happ and Clayton Kershaw territory.
He owns a 2.42 career ERA vs. the Rays, with the Yankees winning all seven of his starts against them. He's 4-0 against them this season, the last start coming Sept. 10, a 5-1 win. I like the young Yanks to grab another win tonight!