Bernie should retire rather than force the Yankees into this decision. He's pulling an Emmitt Smith and he's going to wind up playing someplace awful.

Whether Bernie decides to move on, and make way for the next generation of Yanks, or if he comes back for an official farewell tour as a million dollar mascot/pinch hitter, I look forward to reading his book, listening to his music, and going to his Hall of Fame induction.

i feel old.

and i agree... seeing him in any other uniform would bruise my soul.

Player development almost stops at the AAA level, then they ride pine in favor of established stars or trusted vets. If the injuries that occurred did not actually happen, you'd get no Melky, Kevins and very little Andy Phillips, and we'd either get no plaoffs or we'd wonder why we have kids we don't intend to use, yet don't trade either.

I love GOB, but his production could be duplicated by the younger players we already have. His presence can never be duplicated, no, but it didn't help us get past the first round, either. Going to another team is not a threat to anyone but himself, honestly. And if he does, what are we going to miss? His presense or his RH splits? Sorry, it's been real, but we gotta go. We'll see ya again in June on Bernie Williams Day. Peace!

Glad to know that our fearless leader is not seriously ill.

Bernie will be back only if Cashman allows it.

If Cash wants the Kevins to develop, and prove their worth as Major Leaguers, he's going to have to look Bernie in the eyes and tell him there's no room for him on the team.

Bernie's the type of player who has to be told to retire, (which is another thing I love about him) -- it's Cashman's job to do it.

They also may not offer him a contract and be content with Kevin Thompson being the 5th OF. A guy capable of playing all 3 OF positions and pinch running. More versatile for the bench.

8 Then let's hope Cash does tell Bernie to hang 'em up, because Chyll is very right - Joe will overuse Bernie if he is on the bench.

seven more post-seasons on fox.

...at least.

15 at 0% interest, it's a good thing.

Only problem was, Stan and Joe have a 30+ year-old grudge match. Of course, nobody can tell Stan the Man anything, right? (Yeah, that was MLB's screwup, but I blame FOX for the likely publicity they would have wanted and perhaps the cause of the second slight)

FOX. First in screwing up the political scenery. First in screwing with your childhood memories. First thing to reach for to induce vomiting. Feh.

Now if this were to be Musial's last appearance anywhere, how dumb do you think they would feel, knowing they blew a chance to highlight his last moment on the national stage?

1) Bernie stays as 25th bench player.
2) Trade Giambi + Pavano + $$$, for Bartolo Colon + G.Anderson
3) Shift Johnny Damon to 1B
4) Shift Melky to CF
5) Sign Matsuzaka
6) Resign Moose to 3yr. extension
7) Make Andy Cannizarro the utility INF
8) Sign 1B Eduardo Perez as platoon 1B
9) Try and trade for C Ronny Paulino of PIT with Wright and prospects
10) Free beer and donuts at the Stadium.

1) Return to health in anticipation of another championship
2) Sign Kenny Rogers to a 10 year, 1.85 billion dollar deal
3) Reassure Cash that he is still in control

thats just crazy

free berr though is nice

ha

And don't go after Guillermo Mota, the newest recipient of a 50 drug policy violation suspension.

say it aint so!

only huge big home run hitters do!
this is all wrong!

only kenny himself could ruin a great story like his postseason run. Its fitting.

If you're still not convinced, Anderson has played 94, 106, and 94 games in the OF the last 3 years. The last thing the Yanks need is another guy who needs to spend time at DH.

Your number ten, though, is the stuff dreams are made of!

"I have no one to blame but myself," Mota said. "I used extremely poor judgment and deserve to be held accountable."

http://tinyurl.com/y422kj

Keep in mind teams have all these supplements in their training rooms so these things dont happen.

and the drug merriman got caught with? It's not something soft. It's Deca which is a hardcore, bodybuilding for power, speed steroid.

We need guys who can run and play all 3 positions. Versatility. Id rather have Aaron Guil be the 5th OF.

Related somewhat, I just caught this bit in Dr Z's power rankings at si.com and wanted to share:

'Rookie QB, 40 mph Giants Stadium winds. "That's all, brother." Quickie quiz. Who am I quoting? Bob Sheppard, the old, old, and I do mean old, Giants' stadium announcer. He'd describe extra points this way: "Soar holding, Strong kicking, that's all, brother." All the kids in my neighborhood would quote that. How many years ago? Oh, try about 60.'

That brought a smile to my face. I hope Mr. Sheppard makes it to the new Stadium.

Force him, Cash. There are plenty of better options than Williams.

Imagine if they found out Curtis Granderson and Brandon Inge were getting juice thru a doctor a day before the Series.

Imagine if they found out Curtis Granderson and Brandon Inge were getting juice thru a doctor a day before the Series.

42 I actually find that quite ideal, afterall, not only we've managed with Giambi for so long on 1B, we also ended up with you-know-who on that base during PS...

1) Post & Sing Matsuzaka. (If not, fall back to Zito - not preferred)
2) Don't trade Arod for less than he's worth (which probably means, don't trade Arod).
3) Don't pick up Mussina's option. Get him back for less if possible. (If not fall back to Ted Lilly or other mid level Free Agent)
4) Don't pick up Sheff's option. (Or pick up and trade as is Cashman's wont.)
5) Get a righty hitting 1B who can field and hit a little (I'm stumped here: Helms? Nomar? Not a lot of options, maybe something in the Sheffield deal?)
6) Sign Gregg Zaun for a year.
7) Sign Justin Speier for 2 years.

With Bernie a year older, the case for not signing him is even stronger. He can't field. He's no longer a good base runner. He can't hit right-handed pitching. He can't hit for power. Most of all, he has no upside potential.

Bernie was a wonderful player, a leader of the team during their glory days. But, it's time for the team to move past him.

If the team releases Bernie, I would be happy to see him sign with some other team. Lots of great players spent their declining years away from the team where they achieved greatness.

The other downside to Guiel is that he's 34, way past his peak. There has to be a mid-to-late-20s guy in AAA who is a regular firstbaseman, which Guiel is not, and who can hit at least as well as Guiel would. I do not know enough about the minors to id such a player, though.

44 That's a nice plan. Do you think Zaun will leave Toronto to be a fulltime backup, even if the Yanks offer a nice salary?

The Yankees are an old team. One way to address that is to free up DH ABs. Giambi is a potent offensive player but he's not a good 1B, and he's a lot less potent against left-handed pitching. I like Giambi but I've always thought he was a bad fit with the Yankees because of all the veterans that are always in pinstripes. I still think that way.

More of my master plan...

11) Sign RP Giovanni Carrara at all costs (minor league guarantee)
12) Give Cat Osterman spring training invite as LOOGY (Left handed one out gal)
13) Lure Pokey Reese out of retirement as 2nd utility INF
14) All batters must choke up on the bat with 2 strikes
15) Bring back Luis Sojo as a coach
16) Allow fans dressed in all black to sit in black bleachers
17) No more 'God Bless America' in 7th inning, replace with 'This Land is Your Land'
18) Kids sing national anthem, always
19) Expand facial hair rules to allow neat fu-manchu
20) Yanks miraculously stay in existing stadium forever

http://tinyurl.com/ybbxpx

Jorgie and Jeter are each ranked #2 in their categories. Andy Phillips...oy.

And how did Randy Johnson end up ranked so high?

Wang is tied with Bonderman...

Giambi also has a full no-trade clause, so he'd have to approve the deal too.

55 Perez isn't a bad hitter, but he's 37, and really only a part-time player: .275/.331/.503 vs LHP, but a pathetic .152/.293/.212 vs RHP. If they're going to sign Perez, they might as well just keep Bernie.

I've got it! The perfect batting coach for the 2007 NY Yankees:

http://tinyurl.com/yzfrpq

That's from this site, where that statue is a best-seller: www.catholicsupply.com/christmas/sports.html

The burning question is, can Jesus make you hit better in the clutch? I think He can.

http://tinyurl.com/vobfv

"Jeter's no MVP: Captain's lack of leadership sank Yankees' hopes"

Good Gertrude. I'm really stunned at how the press has turned on Jeter.

Also, that statue is great. Even though Cerrano said that Jesus could not help him hit the curve ball in the movie Major League...

I'm with you, He has alway helped me make it through those "clutch" times in my life.

62 I think the media resents Jeter for squashing their annointment of A-Rod as the new prince of New York. I remember several articles (of course, Gollum lead the way) when the Yankees traded for A-Rod saying that Jeter better be prepared for be overshadowed by A-Rod's superior talent and persona.

Unlike the fans who blame Jeter for the criticism of "emotionally fragile" A-Rod and his "supposed" struggles, I chose not put any blame on A-Rod for the media's hack jobs on Jeter. Instead, I say with confidence that Derek Jeter is a big boy and he can take all the attacks that media and some Yankees fans throw his way.

Peter Abraham did write a piece defending Jeter in the ongoing attack and tear down Derek Jeter campaign: http://tinyurl.com/y89k37

Or can he...

For those with a taste for similar irreverence, I highly suggest http://tinyurl.com/3c6xm.

I've voiced this opinion dozens of times. WHAT exactly was Jeter to do? His BODY LANGUAGE gave it away? What, SI, should he shade closer to 3rd when playing the field? Would that be good enough body language?

If there really is tension between the two, would Arod actually appreciate Jeter standing up and saying "Hey, lay off him, he's doing well, and he can't handle all the pressure you put on him!!!" If you had a bad week, would you want someone you dislike to remind everyone about it, and remind everyone that you're a bit fragile?

None of us knows what goes on between the two. For all we know, Jeter offered his help in private, and Arod asked him not to go public. Perhaps he doesn't want the most influential player on the team describing him as a big baby to the press.

I really doubt a little f*ing horseplay for the camera would've made Arod hit better (NOT THAT HE NEEDED IT IN THE FIRST PLACE). And no sane person could believe that Captain's BODY LANGUAGE towards Arod made the Yankees sh*t the bed vs. the Tigers.

Sorry about the rant.

I would have done this in a heart beat if i could land a Adam Dunn for scrubs like Henn + a small sample size success like Bruney, but we're already super over loaded with lefty and guys who needs to DH...

Get rid of the 1B/DH types who are OLD.

All we can hope is that he gets healthier and at least play part time at first.

Berie cannot play for anyone but the Yankees. The Mick never did. Willie embarassed himself with the Mets. Hank, the Babe, Spahnie, ugh.

Pitching. Pitching. Pitching. Bye Sheff.

Seems a wee bit underwhelming for 10.5 mil.

I'd keep my pitching. Bruney throws close to 100 and Henn is a young lefty.

But I also dont think the Reds give up a 50 HR guy for 2 bullpen guys.