It's official, Tuesday could be one of the most momentous days in New York baseball this year. The New York Yankees have announced that young phenom Joba Chamberlain will make his first start of the year on Tuesday at home against the Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees have been stretching Joba out the last week and a half and they believe it is time for the youngster to make the move to the start of the rotation.
After yesterdays game, Yankees radio broadcaster Suzyn Waldman asked Andy Pettite what his thoughts were on Joba and how he would fair as a starter. "Hes going to do fine" said Pettite "he will do better than me now, I'm just a tired old lefty." Pettite was asked what might be Chamberlain's biggest hurdle Pettite said "facing the same guys 2 or 3 times over again in the lineup, but he will be just fine."
On the other side of the river, the Mets have said that Pedro Martinez might be back and ready to start on Tuesday as well. The Mets will be on the west coast as they face off with the San Fransisco Giants. The biggest concern with Martinez will be to see how he bounces back from his injury and if he can stay consistent on the hill. Then again, the Mets are hoping he can last a couple of months without getting injured.
So grab your popcorn and Tuesday will be one hell of a pitching match up with both New York clubs. And guess what, you can watch them both since the Yankees play at 7 pm and the Mets will play at 10 pm.
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