Right-handed reliever Jonathan Albaladejo gave up a run last night. It was the first earned run he’s allowed since being called up in the beginning of the month.

Over that span, he’s thrown 6.2 innings over six appearances with a 1-0 record, a 1.35 ERA, and a .588 OPS-against. Last night’s run ended a decent stretch, but it got me thinking Brian Bruney and Mark Melancon have been terrible.

With David Robertson's elbow problems presenting a question mark, should the Yankees consider bringing Jonathan Albaladejo with them for the playoffs?

Well, this one is a stretch, as the Yankees are likely to have anywhere from 10-12 pitchers on their team during the playoffs; and they have nearly that many who are considered a must for the roster. Here is a quick look at this list of guys: Sabathia, Pettitte, Burnett, Rivera, Hughes, Marte, Aceves, and we’ll throw Joba, Robertson, and Coke in there, too.

Considering there are still Sergio Mitre and Chad Gaudin who could be added, if the Yankees needed another pitcher, it could come down to Albaladejo and Bruney. If that’s the case, I’d much rather the Yankees go with Albaladejo.

What I’ve already said makes a lot of assumptions. It could happen, assuming Robertson isn’t hurt, Joba doesn’t get left off for ineffectiveness, and Phil Coke isn’t ignored because of his own ineffectiveness.

I guess my point is, Albaladejo has pitched well enough to at least be a topic in the conversation.