Hi Everybody. So yesterday the Yankees and the Rays began a critical 4 game series. In the midst of a pennant race, these next four games can decide who wins the American League East crown. Still, in the midst of division madness, there was time for remembrance.
On July 13th, the Yankees principal owner George M. Steinbrenner III died of a heart attack. Steinbrenner, one of the most famous owners in sports history, led the Yankees to 11 American League pennants and 7 world series titles. A true visionary, he changed the game of baseball forever by seeking prized free agents and through his other interesting and at times questionable actions. A man of charity, he helped the careers of many and provided a second chance, as well as giving to many different charities and organizations. His motto was, “the best form of charity, is through anonymity.”
The Yankees organization unveiled a monument dedicated to him in the fabled Monument Park at Yankee Stadium. This is the first monument to be dedicated in the new stadium. Other than all the pre game fanfare, Curtis Granderson hit two dingers and the Yankees downed the Rays in Game one 8-5.
So for Yankee fans, as well as sports fans everywhere, this week has to be one of tension, and reminiscence. We remember “The Boss,” as we get to watch AL East drama in the hunt for October.