Despite the series not having the outcome that I would have liked, it went six games and was one of the better series in the past years. I learned a few things about both teams during the six games.
First the Yankees. They are a great team filled with All-Star caliber players at almost every position. Derek Jeter is the best shortstop of his generation and the only Yankee I do not "dislike!" A-Rod finally started to show why he is the highest paid player in baseball and should silence some of his "on the field haters," he will always have his off the field haters. I also learned what a luxury it is to have a guy like Mariano Rivera. He may not be perfect, but he is almost perfect. He turns a 9 inning game into an 8 possibly 7 inning game for the starters. WOW, so lucky!
Now my team. You guys showed what heart and passion you guys have for the game. I feel like you guys fought till the fat lady decided to sing. We are set at almost every position for next year, but we must revamp the bench. We need a true right handed batter, and a utility guy that can spell Chase and also Feliz. We also need a back up for Ibanez, because he will be one year older and his skills will diminish (you cannot escape father time...unless you decide to take stuff like A-Roid). We also may need to add an arm to the rotation. Man Roy Halladay would look great in red and white pinstripes! Also depending on the health of some of our bullpen guys, we may need to re-up there also.
Thanks for a great year guys...and don't be shocked if this is the matchup in the 2010 World Series.
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