Big decision this week for Aaron Boone on his starting line-up in a National League ballpark. No DH and he will have to decide between Rizzo and Voit at 1st base. About a week ago, it was a no-brainer decision as Rizzo has been great at the plate and in the field in his short time with the Yankees. However, Voit has gone off and is likely the hottest hitter in baseball for the past week. Rizzo is a gold glover at 1st base while Voit has a glove. The Braves are starting 2 right-handed pitchers which makes Rizzo the better choice if that is your criteria. SU says go with Voit one of the games to stay sharp and hot. But I also predict Boone will go with Rizzo and use Voit as a pinch hitter.

The other choice is who to play in the outfield? Gardner was nailed on a pitch last Friday night and may still be a bit banged up. Stanton should be out there with Judge for both games and you can do what you want with Gallo who sat last Saturday. SU would sit Gallo and put him in for defense late in the game. Time to earn his at bats and you don’t get rewarded for striking out 3 times a game day after day (after day).

The Braves are one of baseball’s hottest teams. A good test for the Yankees on the road. Get ready for some mindless Boone double switches just to show that he can do them. Strap in. SU says a split is fine but the big series is in Oakland in a ballpark where the Yankees do not play well. Every game counts – Boston, Tampa Bay and and Oakland are all here for the duration.