As you know by now instant replay made its debut in last night's Yankees-Rays game. While the ESPN replays were inconclusive, ump Charlie Relaford and the office in NY were privy to a replay that showed the ball did clear the foul pole in fair territory before hooking into foul territory. The most remarkable thing, by far, is that only two minutes and 15 seconds elapsed before a ruling was made. Maybe the NFL can learn from it.
Jason Giambi played last night despite suffering a nasty gash to his eyelid after walking into a bathroom door.
Mike Schmidt congratulated A-Rod on passing him on the all-time home run list.
Damon Opponheimer must rue the day he picked C.J. Henry over Matt Garza.Via the Phillies' PR department, Schmidt said he was happy for Rodriguez, whom he spoke to during the introductions at the All-Star Game in July at Yankee Stadium.
"I want to congratulate Alex on 548 and wish him well the remainder of 2008," Schmidt said before the milestone blast.
Bobby Murcer has been nominated for the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcasting excellence. Fans can take part in the vote at Yankees.com.
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Where's the patriotic security guys when they're needed?
ReplyDeleteHad they thrown the Big G behind bars for wanting to pee, this horrible incident could never have happened.
It seems Darrell Rasner, instead of Sir Sid, will be replaced by Alfredo Aceves.
I wonder I wonder what Phil Coke's nickname is. Pepsi?