The D-Train Has Sadly Derailed

Dontrelle Willis' days in the major leagues have to be numbered. For his own good.

The D-Train lasted just 2.1 innings tonight, walking seven Yankees in the process. Remarkably he allowed just two runs as the Yankees ran themselves out of a big number in the 1st inning.

Yankees fans, myself included, on Twitter were extremely sympathetic. It's difficult to see a good guy fail, even if he is facing the Yankees. Players have off nights, but Willis' far outweigh the good ones.

It's just the latest rough patch in the once bright career of the former Florida Marlins star. Willis is now with his third organization and it could be his last. He's battled anxiety and depression issues, and lost his fastball and his confidence.

Things didn't work out in Detroit, where they mistakenly gave him a three year, $29 million contract extension. Arizona, desperate for pitching, picked him up after Detroit waived him at the end of May.

Willis is a free agent after this season and needless to say there will be little call for his services. Perhaps a minor league deal or a contract with an independent league team. In his current state, Willis is not ready for prime time. Let's hope one day he is again.