Torre had a great run run in NY. It was time to change the face in the dugout. This Yankee team didn't need a calming influence in the dugout like the self-motivated teams that won championships. This team needed a kick in the ass, a jump start. Torre can't do that. Frankly, it was time for him to go last year. He didn't want to work for George anymore and George wanted him gone, but there was too much money left on his contract for either one to make a move.