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The Yankees rank last in the American League in innings pitched by their starters, and C.C. Sabathia led the league in innings last season while winning the American League Cy Young award.

The Yankees belted four balls over the fence, which helped them climb back to .500 and avoid being swept for the second time in this nine-game homestand.

Joba Chamberlain put on quite a show after striking out David Dellucci in the eighth inning A bit over-the-top, some thought, considering the score wasn’t that close.

The Yankees played home run derby Thursday, with Jason Giambi, Johnny Damon, Robinson Cano and Wilson Betemit connecting in a victory over the Cleveland Indians.

Cliff Lee pitched seven scoreless innings on Wednesday, handing Chien-Ming Wang his first loss as he stymied the Yankees.

The Yankees flew home at last with a record of 14-13 despite an opening month that would test any new manager.

Chien-Ming Wang improved to 5-0, striking out nine in seven innings and Melky Cabrera’s homer to left field off C. C. Sabathia in the fifth inning provided the only run.

It was Ross Ohlendorf, not Joba Chamberlain, who got the call in a tied game in the ninth inning Saturday, and Ohlendorf who allowed the winning hit.

It was Ross Ohlendorf, not Joba Chamberlain, who got the call in a tied game in the ninth inning Saturday, and Ohlendorf who allowed the winning hit.

Andy Pettitte let an early lead slip away in a four-run fifth inning, and the Indians spoiled Alex Rodriguez’s return.