It looked like a laugher but Andy Pettitte couldn't hold an 8-1 lead and was gone in the fourth as his pitch count reached the century mark. The Braves battled back to 8-6 but A-Rod delivered insurance with a two run single.
David Robertson was summoned for the ninth with a five run lead and he immediately surrendered a home run to Brian McCann to put the score at 11-7. When an infield hit put two runners on a save situation was created and the Sandman entered to get the final out.
Rivera faced Diory Hernandez who worked the count to 2-2 before flying out to center to end the game. For Rivera it is his 17th save of the season and 499th of his career. His season ERA now stands at 3.07.
The Yankees will now conclude interleague play against their crosstown rival Mets at Citi Field. It would be great if Mo could get number 500 at home in front of his endearing fans, but to get it vs. the Mets in their backyard would be sweet, too.
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