When I heard that the Yankees were deciding whether to sign Raul Ibanez or Eric Chavez, I wanted Chavez. When I heard that they had picked Ibanez, I was bummed. But when I heard they had also brought back Chavez, I was thrilled.
Now, considering that a surgically repaired Andruw Jones is also on the roster, we’re stocked with veterans that can DH and play defense if necessary. I like how things have fallen into place. (I’ve decided not to even think about the Mo thing – for now anyway.) On paper, the Yankees look ready to compete big time.
Tags: Andruw Jones, Eric Chavez, Raul Ibanez, Yankees
Long time no post, but I read every day!
I’m so ready for this season.
Here is my perfect end to Mo’s career (hopefully not this season). The Yankees are up 3 games to 0 in the World Series. It is a home game, top of the ninth, 2 outs, Yankees leading 10 – 0. Girardi puts Mariano in – at center field. He makes the final out on a soft fly ball.
Talked to 2 Yankee fans this week. One had a large NY decal on his truck. We chatted a few minutes. He said “I guess spring training will be starting soon.” Me: “It started yesterday.” Him: “I can’t wait to see how that asian guy they signed from Boston does.” Me: “He failed his physical and he’s off the team.”
Moral of the story: A large Yankee decal does not a knowledgeable fan make.
Walking into the doctor’s office, noticed the nice young nurse leading the way had Yankee sweatpants.
Me: “I see you have your Yankee pants on today.”
Her: “Oh yeah, spring training just started, the season will be here soon.”
More small talk, then she says “I am soooo sad because I heard Mariano might retire.”
Told her about this web site. So if you’re reading, this, nice nurse, please join in the discussion!
Hey, Melissa. So good to see you! I’ve been enjoying the talk of Mo playing center field so I love your scenario for him. Your anecdotes about the fans are very entertaining too. I hope the nice nurse is reading!
You’re teasing me again this year with cake!!
Haha, John. I was going to use a pic of a Yankees cake, but I like the little girl eating it, given the title of the post.