tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post8924588494258421855..comments2023-08-10T11:13:40.712-04:00Comments on This Purist Bleeds Pinstripes: Seventh Heaven (Postgame Notes 12 Sept 07)Rebeccahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comBlogger24125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-34402465486783371662007-09-13T17:50:00.000-04:002007-09-13T17:50:00.000-04:00Thanks Guys,Chuck can you hit me up with an email ...Thanks Guys,<BR/><BR/>Chuck can you hit me up with an email to larry@lgjaffe.com would love to be in touch with you.. best, larryJaffe Jamzhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01508544494518437500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-71067908302924014452007-09-13T16:30:00.000-04:002007-09-13T16:30:00.000-04:00Larry--Thank you very much for sharing, it's lovel...Larry--Thank you very much for sharing, it's lovely!Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-78290835588485208372007-09-13T15:54:00.000-04:002007-09-13T15:54:00.000-04:00That's good, Larry. Captures the essence of growi...That's good, Larry. Captures the essence of growing up loving the Yankees. Cruel fate - robbing us of the opportunity to roam the outfield in The House That Ruth Built. [That, or the fact that I can't hit a slider, or throw, or hit with any power beyond what Willie Keeler was able to muster ;-)] Bravo!Charles L. Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07962498097210327570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-42113454247239615912007-09-13T13:42:00.001-04:002007-09-13T13:42:00.001-04:00Pinstripe SuitsI grew up wanting to wear a pinstri...Pinstripe Suits<BR/><BR/>I grew up wanting to wear a pinstripe suit<BR/>but not the kind that banker’s wear. No,<BR/>I wanted to wear the pinstripes that adorned<BR/>my baseball heroes, the New York Yankees<BR/>legends of the long ball, running the outfield<BR/>skirting my Bronx birthplace. <BR/><BR/>I was born in the shadow of Yankee Stadium;<BR/>born so bad I slapped the doc and pinched the nurse<BR/>just down the street where Bronx hospital rocked<BR/>with muse in daily delivery— March 31 the day. <BR/><BR/>But all I wanted was to wear a Yankee uniform,<BR/>put spikes on my feet, run the infield, slide into home,<BR/>Grace the house that Ruth built, DiMaggio reigned<BR/>and Mantle owned. <BR/><BR/>—they dressed in sports regalia, as if it were religion<BR/>they pursued and not homeruns, They wore<BR/>Holy Roller pinstripes; holy trinity of Ruth, DiMaggio<BR/>and Mantle crossed their bats and hoped to hit. <BR/><BR/>I longed to dress in locker rooms and hear my name<BR/>called on public address systems, look into the sun<BR/>and catch fly balls and pound my bat at the plate<BR/>making ready to be the next Sultan of Swat,<BR/>Yankee Clipper or the Mick. <BR/><BR/>I was born in the Bronx, living above a dry cleaning<BR/>Store—played catch with myself. <BR/><BR/>I grew up wanting to dress in pinstripes and wear that<BR/>Yankee suit because I could never wear a tie without<BR/>feeling enslaved. I wanted to roam centerfield not a<BR/>factory or an office. And if I couldn’t play baseball, <BR/>then I had to be a poet.<BR/><BR/><BR/>Copyright 1997 www.lgjaffe.comLarry Jaffehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12412019984628025082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-56509056217487109852007-09-13T13:42:00.000-04:002007-09-13T13:42:00.000-04:00You're welcome, sir!I figured that was the case :-...You're welcome, sir!<BR/>I figured that was the case :-)Charles L. Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07962498097210327570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-51703208292878290762007-09-13T13:37:00.000-04:002007-09-13T13:37:00.000-04:00thanks charles.thanks charles.Larry Jaffehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12412019984628025082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-38714034156223225902007-09-13T13:36:00.000-04:002007-09-13T13:36:00.000-04:00Hi I would not single Rebecca out I love her.. :)...Hi <BR/><BR/> I would not single Rebecca out I love her.. :) which is why I am here. I am singling out the Torre bashing because there is something sick about it. He has been a great manager, not perfect but knows what he is doing. To portray him as bumbling, etc is so disrespectful. I remember when Tommy Lasorda was losing it for the Dodgers. He would fall asleep in the dugout.. Mr. Torre on the other hand is wide awake.. That's my only point... :)<BR/><BR/>I am going to post my Yankee poem and hope you guys enjoy it.Larry Jaffehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12412019984628025082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-30337955717613397072007-09-13T12:51:00.000-04:002007-09-13T12:51:00.000-04:00Eks, nice pun! [EDEW] hahahahaEks, nice pun! [EDEW] hahahahaCharles L. Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07962498097210327570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-16655694039890899062007-09-13T12:50:00.000-04:002007-09-13T12:50:00.000-04:00I wasn't worried about Mister Torre using Edwar ag...I wasn't worried about Mister Torre using Edwar again last night, or using Joba for two innings. On Edwar, Moose was running out of steam, and Edwar got us out of the inning. I'd have been more concerned if he came back for the 7th [I am thinking he will be unavailable tonight]. On Joba, I have read that maybe we are limiting his exposure in Fenway; verbal abuse, beanball war, blah blah blah. So, I am not too concerned about that, either.<BR/>Rebecca, I don't feel that Larry was singling you out regarding his comment about Torre abuse. You expressed concern, and disagreed. Not odious at all :-) I see some of the opinions [especially on LoHud, but elsewhere as well] that in addition to vehemently disagreeing, pretty much call Torre an idiot. He's not. Of course, when someone objects to the appalling lack of optimism on some people's part, they get mocked. Inconceivable!!! These mockers [hiding under right to criticize] are such Eeyorish doom and gloomers that it indeed makes it hard to focus on optimism [Go Yankees!]. Really a Bostonian mindset [please understand I am not painting anyone present with that brush]. Scions of the folks who made life hell on Roger Maris.<BR/>Optimism really has a benefit. Rebecca, thank you for always being optimistic - I think it does a lot of good. <BR/>Larry, interesting point on getting Edwar into a pressure situation. He performed well, and this will benefit him in the long run. Sure hope K-Ram adds the Rocket Workout over the winter....<BR/>Sorry for rambling, peeps.<BR/>Loking forward to IPK duelling AJ tonight. Go Yankees!!Charles L. Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07962498097210327570noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-66571510699756768092007-09-13T11:59:00.000-04:002007-09-13T11:59:00.000-04:00Well, today we'll see. If he uses Edwar again ton...Well, today we'll see. If he uses Edwar again tonight, then Torre might be accused of overusing. Heck, Edwar might get the nickname EDEW :)<BR/><BR/>We need to win tonight. The tougher games start tomorrow night. Would MUCH rather be 4 behind in loss column than 5.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11908564286412586434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-69324286998686174342007-09-13T11:06:00.000-04:002007-09-13T11:06:00.000-04:00Larry--It wasn't the pitching in the clutch situat...Larry--It wasn't the pitching in the clutch situation that got to me; it was that he pitched two innings yesterday.Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-61570639253510162412007-09-13T10:37:00.000-04:002007-09-13T10:37:00.000-04:00I don't buy this Torre bashing. He knows a heck of...I don't buy this Torre bashing. He knows a heck of a lot more than folks give him credit for. Plus he has gator there to advise him as well as mattingly. You go with the hot hand and the hot bat but you also have to know your players and I think Torre knows his guys inside out. I think if you look at how he handled Moose and the result you might just agree.Larry Jaffehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12412019984628025082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-39263882341443628772007-09-13T10:34:00.000-04:002007-09-13T10:34:00.000-04:00Shana Tova,I disagree Rebecca. It was an opportuni...Shana Tova,<BR/><BR/>I disagree Rebecca. It was an opportunity for Edwar to pitch in a clutch situation. We need him to be able to come into a game like this and throw his crazy pitches and get outs. This was the perfect opportunity for him to get some more confidence and show his stuff..Larry Jaffehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12412019984628025082noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-89661276834408207892007-09-13T09:04:00.000-04:002007-09-13T09:04:00.000-04:00No throwaway games at this point.Torre having conf...No throwaway games at this point.<BR/><BR/>Torre having confidence in Edwar is a good thing, except when it leads to him overusing it...Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-52009966658626111432007-09-13T08:54:00.000-04:002007-09-13T08:54:00.000-04:00Definitly a solid outting by Moose and a great gam...Definitly a solid outting by Moose and a great game all around. <BR/><BR/>I agree with you guys, Edwar was getting squeezed there a bit.. But its not rare for rookies to get squeezed a bit.<BR/><BR/>Keep it up Yanks!DManhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16603695783625872733noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-46864678522529241252007-09-13T02:02:00.000-04:002007-09-13T02:02:00.000-04:00to eksmd2000,That is what feel about Kennedy and t...to eksmd2000,<BR/>That is what feel about Kennedy and tomorrow's game too. I think Yankees need to play hard and focous on every single game they play. <BR/><BR/>The optimism that Rebecca started is a magic force. Let's keep it rolling one game at a time till we win the #27!! Let's go Yankees!!Petehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10739375679424961541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-26491600659890052052007-09-13T01:48:00.000-04:002007-09-13T01:48:00.000-04:00Great game. It shows that Torre has confidence in...Great game. It shows that Torre has confidence in Edwar. That MIGHT mean that he will be trusted in tight situations in important games before and (hopefully) during the playoffs.<BR/><BR/>Not exactly sure why Jobba was sent back to the mound in the 8th, but I think its good for him to have been in a bit of trouble. It will build his character and his ability to be successful in even more important games.<BR/><BR/>Tomorrow is NOT a throwaway game. While we won the series from Toronto, we need to not drop to four ahead of Detroit in the loss column and five to Boston. I suspect Kennedy's character will also be tested tomorrow.<BR/><BR/>Optimism says that Kennedy, the hitters, and even Farnsworthless will do well tomorrow. Lets hope its enough to keep the loss column lead the same come tomorrow at this time.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11908564286412586434noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-15741310672386113892007-09-13T01:29:00.000-04:002007-09-13T01:29:00.000-04:00Here is Brain Cashman's interview with Phil Allard...Here is Brain Cashman's interview with Phil Allard <BR/>http://www.nyyfans.com/article/8693/Petehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10739375679424961541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-77744920681337789832007-09-13T00:05:00.000-04:002007-09-13T00:05:00.000-04:00I like Vince Young, the ace of UT. Tomorrow's game...I like Vince Young, the ace of UT. Tomorrow's game will be interesting as Ian Kennedy take the mound.Petehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10739375679424961541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-7756427722066502682007-09-13T00:00:00.000-04:002007-09-13T00:00:00.000-04:00Good choice for your starting QB. Vince doesn't l...Good choice for your starting QB. Vince doesn't light up the stat book like other QBs, but he possesses things that a quarterback must have. He's a natural leader and he's a winner. When he's in the huddle, he commands that huddle. I can hardly put into words how much excitement Vince has provided for the fans here in Tennessee. It's unreal! Good luck for you and your Jets. Kellen Clemens has the start against the Ravens.J-Dawghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13584727085894700939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-65297873806433749262007-09-12T23:53:00.000-04:002007-09-12T23:53:00.000-04:00Nothing wrong with picking your own team--I did it...Nothing wrong with picking your own team--I did it last week! =D<BR/><BR/>Am hoping Vince Young has a great game, he's my starting QB on my fantasy team!Rebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-5195622662173229092007-09-12T23:47:00.000-04:002007-09-12T23:47:00.000-04:00Great game tonight. Our pitching is really starti...Great game tonight. Our pitching is really starting to click on all cylinders from the starters to the bullpen. Tomorrow we'll get consecutive win Numero Ocho!!<BR/><BR/>P.S. I saw your earlier post with your NFL picks for the week. I agree with you on most of them, but we can't lose to Indy (at least I hope not)!! I'll be optomistic (possibly delusional) and pick my Titans!!!!J-Dawghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13584727085894700939noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-61900770880869676452007-09-12T23:41:00.000-04:002007-09-12T23:41:00.000-04:00Edwar was definitley getting squeezed--Torre shoul...Edwar was definitley getting squeezed--Torre should not have had him in the game.<BR/><BR/>However, Yanks won so it's all good =DRebeccahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08099918567255772685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-276907225428640229.post-31255031165251117832007-09-12T23:32:00.000-04:002007-09-12T23:32:00.000-04:00Shana Tova, friends :-)What a beautiful victory to...Shana Tova, friends :-)<BR/>What a beautiful victory tonight. I especially enjoy when the Yankees hold batting practice against some poor team's pitcher. Tonight was not such a night. Moose was excellent. 5 and 2/3, no runs allowed. Kept us in a position to win. Edwar looks good; I fear he was getting squeezed a bit. Fear this man when he adds muscle/velocity. I think Joe used Edwar just to get out of the sixth. Joba for the 7th and 8th saves Krazy for tomorrow, and Viz/Bruney/Britton will also be available then and Friday. Mo. The Man. Enter Sandman, Exit Blue Jay hopes for victory. "Now it's time to say good night... good night, sleep tight. Dream sweet dreams...." - John Lennon ;-) Go Yankees!Charles L. Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07962498097210327570noreply@blogger.com