Two time AL Rookie of the Month Brian Bannister (12-7, 3.16 ERA) takes the ball for the Royals this evening, as KC looks to improve on a 1-7 mark this season against New York. With a win, the Royals would also ensure their first non-100-loss season since 2003.
3:30 PM, Restate My Assumptions: Banny's ERA isn't irrational, but it is very near 3.14.
The Yankees counter with Roger Clemens' buddy Andy Pettitte (12-8, 3.82 ERA).