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PETERSBURG, Fla. -- Jake Odorizzi shut down New York in the start of a key weekend for the Yankees.Ordorizzi pitched masterfully into the seventh inning, Logan Forsythe and Corey Dickerson hit solo homers in the first, and the Tampa Bay Rays cooled off the surging Yankees 5-1 on Friday night.Yankees managing general partner Hal Steinbrenner was expected to be at game that saw scouts from many playoff contenders in attendance for the start of a three-game series with Mondays non-waiver trade deadline looming that could help determine if New York might join Tampa Bay as potential sellers.Try and win every game no matter what the situation is, Yankees manager Joe Girardi said.The Yankees had won eight of 11 to get 3 1/2 games behind Boston for the second AL wild card, prompting Girardi before the game to call the Rays series big.This is playoff baseball for us, Girardi said.Teams represented included San Francisco, the Chicago Cubs, Florida, Cleveland, Washington, Toronto, Baltimore, Texas and the Chicago White Sox.Odorizzi (5-5) struck out five and allowed six hits over 6 2/3 innings. Alex Colome entered with two on and one out in the ninth, and got two straight outs for his 23rd save.Im not really worried about it, to be honest, Odorizzi said of trade speculation. Im worried about what I do here, and coming out in the second half and starting off well, which I think we have. Thats what my purpose is, to get better because in the first half I wasnt happy with myself.Ivan Nova (7-6) gave up five runs and six hits in 4 1/3 innings. When pulled by Girardi, Nova directed several comments toward plate umpire Laz Diaz walking toward the dugout and then fired his glove against the wall after reaching the dugout steps.Ivan wasnt pleased with his strike zone, Girardi said. Its hard for me to tell, but I thought there were some pitches that looked pretty good.Nova didnt blame the strike zone for his loss, but bad pitch command.TRAINERS ROOMYankees: RHP Bryan Mitchell, out since the end of spring training with a left toe injury, will throw in a simulated game Saturday.Rays: RHP Alex Cobb (Tommy John surgery) resumed a minor league rehab assignment after taking 2 1/2 weeks off due to fatigue and struck out two over two hitless innings for Class A Charlotte.MOVING DAYTampa Bay placed 1B Logan Morrison (right forearm strain) and OF Oswaldo Arcia (right elbow strain) on the 15-day disabled list. RHP Brad Boxberger (strained left oblique) was reinstated from the 15-day DL and INF-OF Nick Franklin was recalled from Triple-A Durham.A-RODGirardi said DH Alex Rodriguez could start Saturday night after being out of the lineup six straight games. 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We take a look at the players who have put their hands up for British and Irish Lions selection after the first round of European action.BACKS15 Stuart HoggIn a week to forget for Toulons Leigh Halfpenny, Hogg was part of a scintillating Glasgow performance. He provided glimpses of his kicking and attacking capabilities with a monster penalty from inside his own half and his pace in attack.?14. Andrew TrimbleWas on the end of a superb move to score Ulsters first try against Bordeaux in France and his pass to Paddy Jackson should have ended in a second try. His crunching tackle on centre?Romain Lonca shows the physicality he brings on the other side of the ball.13. Jonathan DaviesThe Scarlets mans partnership with Scott Williams is blossoming and while he wasnt in a moon boot for the first half of the week, as was the case with Williams, but he made some good breaks and was relentless in defending as the Welsh side beat Sale.12.?Robbie HenshawThere were some great touches from Henshaw in his first start for Leinster in the Champions Cup. His ability to beat tacklers and make line breaks might be key for the Lions. Hell have to do it against tougher opposition to stake his claim.11. Tim VisserThe Scottish winger grabbed a brace of tries as Harlequins dominated Stade Francais in the Challenge Cup. His speed off the line should have been rewarded in the first half after a great interception, but midway through the second half he made no mistake after another intercept.?10. Owen Farrell Couldnt have done much more in his first game back, against three-time Champions Cup winners Toulon no less. He controlled the game well and was instrumental in the Saracens victory, kicking an early penalty to get them off the mark inside three minutes and securing the win with a penalty at the end.9. Gareth DaviesHis early charge down was a catalyst for the Scarlets ending a run of eight games without a win in the Champions Cup and in stretching Sale Sharks own winless streak to 12. His lightning breaks and sniping around the breakdown make him a real threat.?FORWARDS1. Mako VunipolaHe was immense throughout for Saracens in ending Toulons unbeaten run at the Stade Mayol. It was his breeak and back-handed offload that created the try before half-time that gave them what proved to be an unassailable lead.dddddddddddd Only injury would prevent him from making the tour team.?2. Sean Cronin Two tries from the front rower in the first half saw Leinster in control against Castres. His foot work for his second try will also show Joe Schmidt, nevermind Warren Gatland, that he could merit a starting place for Ireland this Autumn.3. Zander FagersonThe 20 year-old could very well be the youngest player on the tour this year. His tireless work-rate and scrummaging was key as Glasgow tore Leicester Tigers apart. if Glasgow continue where they left off against Leicester, it would be difficult to leave him at home next summer.?4. Jonny Gray?Another of Glasgows key men this weekend, making 13 tackles and along with Rob Harley was Glasgows go-to man at the lineout. He put his body on the line to prevent Leicester from getting back into the game.5. Joe LaunchburyIt might not have been much of a test for Wasps as they racked up 82 points against Zebre but was solid in the lineout and grabbed a try. Tougher tests will show his Lions calibre. Ultan Dillane worth a mention with an incredible performance for Connacht against Toulouse.6. Tom WoodThe Northampton captain was ever present in the Saints defensive effort to keep Montpellier at bay for large periods of the first half. His leadership, dominance in the lineout and physicality helped drive them on as they needed a late Stephen Myler penalty to win.7. Josh van der FlierThe fact Leinster are managing his workload this early in the season is a sign it could be a big year for the 23 year-old. A man of the match performance against Castres was a big step for him. A threat on both sides of the ball but bigger tests await for Leinster and Ireland before the Lions come knocking.8. Billy VunipolaHe was Saracens lead ball carrier and tackler and joint second in metres made in their victory in France. A superb steal from a Toulon breakdown as the game went into the final 10 minutes was crucial. ' ' '