Jason Giambi and the sluggish New York Yankees suddenly turned sluggerish.
The Yankees played home run derby Thursday, with Giambi, Johnny Damon, Robinson Cano and Wilson Betemit connecting in a 6-3 victory over the Cleveland Indians that prevented a three-game sweep.
“There were big hits up and down the lineup,” Yankees manager Joe Girardi said.
Posted: May 8th, 2008.
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