Sorry to dig this up, but I never commented on it and thought it was still relevant.
Anyway, that point is ridiculous. Ortiz is not going to kill the Yankees anymore than he already does. The risk-reward for the Yankees at this standpoint is very clear. Either Ortiz gets buzzed and gets uncomfortable, or Ortiz gets buzzed and nothing happens. It's worth a shot.
Clemens threw inside to Manny during the Zimmer-Pedro game, and he was flailing away the rest of the game. Stuff like that works.
And on a side note, it would be a good means for Randy to reestablish himself. He needs to put his foot down and say enough is enough.
Personally, I LOVE Ortiz as a player and a person. He is easily one of my favorites outside of the Yankees. But it is irresponsible of the Bombers to let him sit there and hit without a worry in his head.