Optimist

Yeah, I'd be jumping for joy at the idea of trading away top prospects for this: http://nomaas.org/images/becketthurt.jpg

Who would be bitter about a rival team picking up a pitcher who has been on the DL 9 times in 4 seasons?

The last thing the Yankees need right now, is starting pitching.

Somewhat related to the Yankees... Trenton Thunder Named Nation's Top Organization.

What does that have to do with anything? I was just pointing out that success in the NL doesn't mean success in the AL, as the Yankees could tell you. Personally, I can't wait to see Beckett in Fenway...should be entertaining.

Josh Becket - Age 25 (2005 in NL East) W L ERA IP SO 15 8 3.38 178 166 Jaret Wright - Age 28(2004 in NL East) W L ERA IP SO 15 8 3.28 186 159 Hmmmm...

Those Giants.

Quoted for truth.

So?!?! Ortiz had more personality in clutch situations!

But, but, but...Ortiz made his teammates laugh! I think I know what he's doing this off-season... http://www.nomaas.org/images/ortizcomedian.jpg

http://www.nydailynews.com/ips_rich_content/376-1116bigback.jpg

Cashman isn't afraid of being blunt, is he?

Also, the Yankees have picked up Sturtze's option for 2006. Not sure how I feel about this....

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Great choice.

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I'm really surprised that this isn't in the Fight Forum yet....

No team has ever lost their division to a team they once lead by 14 games, either.

That's debatable. I'd love to post all of the back pages covering Boston's numerous, epic chokes...but, even the internet has its limitations.

Maybe.

That's it? I'm a bit dissapointed.

If the standard for baseball greatness is the possession of a ring, Ted Williams sucked. Baseball gods forgive me for this sin; I do it only to show the ignorant the light.

Probably from the same place as this "Yankees get to the playoffs without A Rod" crap.

You're not going to win the World Series every year. It's nice to walk away knowing you at least got to October legitametly. Though I can understand why Boston fans no longer care about the division...especially after you guys choked away a 5.5 game lead this year.

No, I couldn't care less if you or any other person I don't know has serious emotional issues. I don't have to live with. Question: How does a wuss fight? With his gear on.