Alex Rodriguez sat, Jorge Posada was the designated hitter and Mariano Rivera wasn't needed as the Yankees  pounded the Phillies. Ken Davidoff tells you why the streaking Yanks can rest key players and still win. Later, we'll have some thoughts on why Posada should remain right where he is, in the DH role.

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