Paul Blackburn Relieves Cam Schlittler in Dominant Game 1 Shutout

Paul Blackburn contributed to the New York Yankees' dominant 9-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox in Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series. Following 6.1 scoreless innings from starter Cam Schlittler, Blackburn and fellow reliever John Schreiber slammed the door out of the bullpen, keeping the Red Sox completely off the scoreboard and securing a commanding start to the postseason series for New York.