Come To Think Of It: Rainouts May Benefit Angels in ALCS

The torrential downpours in the Bronx won't likely affect the New York Yankees starting pitching plans, but it could benefit the Angels. For if the series goes to a seventh game, expect John Lackey to become available.

Yankees manager Joe Girardi said veteran lefty Andy Pettitte will still be on the mound on Sunday for a game six, while some are clamoring for CC Sabathia. Pettitte owns four series-clinching wins among his 15 career postseason victories: both tied for the most in baseball history.

It's an interesting decision as Sabathia, who is 3-0 with a 1.19 ERA in three playoff outings this year, would be pitching on normal rest.

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