Rays split series with Yanks

Mike Mussina (1-0) pitched 6 innings giving up only two hits as the Yankees beat Tampa 6-1. The victory by the Yankees split the series with the Rays at two games apiece.

Jason Hamel took the loss for the Rays (0-1).

Derek Jeter left the game in the third inning with a quad strain in his left leg. Currently, his status is unknown but is expected to miss his next few games.

Tonight, the Rays open at home against Eric Bedard (0-0) and the Seattle Mariners, in front of a sold out Tropicana Field. Matt Garza (1-0) will be on the mound for the Rays. This is the third straight sold out home opener for the Rays.