Posted: Tuesday, October 27, 2009, 4:53 PM | 40 comments |
 

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Brett Myers moved his left heel a few inches, and ended up on the World Series roster.

The veteran righthander, who pitched one ineffective inning in the division series and was excluded from the National League Championship Series roster, was added to the team once again.  He replaced utilityman Miguel Cairo.
   
Pitching coach Rich Dubee said that the team needed an extra pitcher because of the lack of off-days during the World Series, and that Myers looked much improved while throwing two simulated games and two bullpen sessions during the NLCS.
   
“His fastball is a lot sharper,” Dubee said.  “His breaking ball is better than it was before.  His fastball command has improved.”
   
Myers said that he noticed a mechanical problem while warming up in the bullpen to pitch Game 2 of the division series, but did not have time to correct it. 
   
“My heel was pointing too much toward the plate, so I was flying open when I released the ball,” he said.
   
Having corrected that issue in his side work during the NLCS, Myers feels ready to pitch,  The upper back strain that sidelined him in September has healed, he said.
   
“It’s definitely better," Myers said.

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Don't forget, for more detailed news from the other side, go over to Mark Feinsand's Yankees blog at the New York Daily News.
 
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  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 4:57 PM, 10/27/2009
    If he's taking Cairo's spot on the roster then who's backup for the infield positions? You've got Dobbs and the starters
    — lseltzer
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:05 PM, 10/27/2009
    Hope he beats some of the Yankess wives.
    — The-Roof-Is-On-Fire
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:05 PM, 10/27/2009
    Weems Bruntlett will be your utility player.
    — Heese
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:09 PM, 10/27/2009
    Eric Bruntlett scores game winning runs in the post-season. It doesn't make any sense. He just does.
    — smel4727
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:13 PM, 10/27/2009
    Cairo loses out over Bruntlett and Dobbs, GO FIGURE, we're in TROUBLE if we need these guys to come off the bench, Stairs and Bako don't inspire CONFIDENCE either
    — dfrancis1958
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:16 PM, 10/27/2009
    Good move. I'm thinking they brought him in to hit against Sabathia.
    — phillyylliph
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:19 PM, 10/27/2009
    Myers for DH.
    — P Even
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:22 PM, 10/27/2009
    How can you question anything?? They're back in the World Series again, and Myers actually pitched well there in May.
    — CMc62480
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:23 PM, 10/27/2009
    You assume he's there for his arm, his bat is more clutch than half our bench.
    — MidGreen
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:26 PM, 10/27/2009
    The only cadillac the SILLIES are riding is the one with flat tires".
    — rambo49
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 5:28 PM, 10/27/2009
    When is Dubee going to notice a mechanical pitching problem. Still waiting for a pitcher it give credit to Dubee for anything.
    — Dull
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  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 6:03 PM, 10/27/2009
    Myers is gonna get lit up...but Phils still win in 5-6
    — P.H.I
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 6:12 PM, 10/27/2009
    If Myers plays the "Heel" does that mean A.J. Burnett plays the "Face".
    — Drew777
  • 0 like this / 0 don't   •   Posted 6:15 PM, 10/27/2009
    The Yankees will lose.Take it to the bank.
    — peddyf


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