Pettitte worn down by Johan's Mets

 
Andy Pettitte was bit by one tough inning and the Yankees' offense was held in check by their offseason heartthrob, as Johan Santana hurled eight solid innings to lead the Mets to a 7-4 victory on Saturday in the opening game of this season's Subway Series. [link]

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