Youkilis Screwed: An Update

A-Rod is hurt. He's suppose to be an AL All Star, but he's not sure he should play in the game.

For the first time in a while, what's good for the Red Sox might be what's good for the Yankees. A-Rod should sit out. This would make him less likely to hurt himself, plus the three day break would help him recover. This would free up an extra roster spot.

Now, David Ortiz is the American League's First Baseman. I don't have the numbers in front of me, but I'm pretty sure Kevin Youkilis has played more games at third base than Ortiz has at First. David only plays first base 2/3 of the road interleague games. Youk plays third for 1/3 of said games, and whenever Lowell needs a rest during the season (Hinske plays first on those occasions). Therefore, Youkilis should be eligible to play third as an All Star. Therefore, since he should have been an All Star anyway, it only makes sense to give him A-Rod's spot.