Burnett, Jays shut down Yankees Toronto, ON (Sports Network) - A.J. Burnett was brilliant on the hill, and
Marco Scutaro blasted a three-run homer as Toronto downed New York, 4-1, in
the rubber match of a three-game set at Rogers Centre.
In the midst of persistent trade rumors and on just three days rest, Burnett
(10-8) was nearly untouchable, surrendering one run on six hits in 8 1/3
innings. The flame-thrower walked one and fanned eight.
"I felt like I helped my team out a little bit," Burnett said. "I always
wanted to see what it would be like to be in a four-man rotation like way back
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There wasn't much offense to be found in tonight's 2-1 win for Tampa Bay over Toronto, leaving Blue Jays RHP A.J. Burnett with a loss despite a strong effort on the mound. Burnett pitched seven innings, allowing two runs (both earned) on five hits with three walks and six strikeouts.