If that great Yankee lineup of ours would have put up some runs when they are needed, then we wouldn't be 8 games back.

The greatest pitcher in the game would still lose if his team doesn't get him at least one run. And yes, an Avg. pitcher will have a great W-L record if his team stands by hi and he gets the win.
The Yankees would gladly take a couple of 20 games winners with ERAs of 4, 5 or even 6 if our lineup covered the runs.
Last time I looked it was the win-loss record that took you to the series.