I almost forgot it's Monday.......This Year went by so fast I guess that's what happens when you get old.
^^^^ reminds me of rick often stating his hemorroids were older than anyone, damn, he must of had dozens of them, i.e. ass-polyps.... Lil's so young, she's missed out on critical history; and/or the phenomal playing skills of Dan Pasqua, Bam Bam Meulens. Butch Hobson, Blefary, Throneberry, Kammery. But I bet she remembers Kei Igawa and Carl PavaNO..... how about the ford pinto, chevy vega, amc gremlin....???
Rick is a guy who posted on this board for many a moon and no longer here. I guess he went to shit and the hogs ate him. That smart ass comment done Happy New Year to all fellow & Gal Yankee Fans. Though I am not happy with Boone I still look forward to supporting a much improved team this year.
...On the subject of Boone, I found this concerning rookie managers; Rookie managers who inherited playoff teams (1969-2016) Previous manager....................................................Rookie manager following year 2015 Dodgers Don Mattingly 92-70 NLDS............Dave Roberts 2016 91-71 NLCS 2013 Tigers Jim Leyland 93-69 ALCS....................Brad Ausmus 2014 90-72 ALDS 2013 Reds Dusty Baker 90-72 WC .........................Bryan Price 2014 76-86 Missed playoffs 2011 Cardinals Tony LaRussa 90-72 Won WS.......Mike Matheny 2012 88-74 NLCS 2006 Athletics Ken Macha 93-69 ALCS..................Bob Geren 2007 76-86 Missed playoffs 2006 Padres Bruce Bochy 88-74 NLDS..................Bud Black 2007 89-74 Missed playoffs 2002 Athletics Art Howe 103-59 ALDS..................Ken Macha 2003 96-66 ALDS 1999 Indians Mike Hargrove 97-65 ALDS.............Charlie Manuel 2000 90-72 Missed playoffs 1995 Reds Davey Johnson 85-59 NLCS..................Ray Knight 1996 81-81 Missed playoffs 1985 Blue Jays Bobby Cox 99-62 ALCS..................Jimy Williams 1986 86-76 Missed playoffs 1980 Yankees Dick Howser 103-59 ALCS..............Gene Michael/Bob Lemon 1981 59-48 Lost WS ■ 14 (56 percent) missed the playoffs in the first year under their new manager; ■ 5 (20 percent) had a better regular-season record; ■ 11 (44 percent) reached the playoffs again; ■ 4 (16 percent) advanced deeper into the postseason under the new manager; and ■ 3 (12 percent) won the World Series.
great stuff 59- ^^^^ it's gonna' be interesting to say t/least, with this yr's influx of non-dugout experienced Mgr's, with no coaching experience. It's gonna' be real interesting; just hope Boone has a good year. I don't feel comfy w/him at the helm, and will give him the benefit of the doubt, until he fks up more than once..... Here's to a good Yanx NY New Year.... or NY/NY in the NY. NY/NY/NY - XXVIII
Freezing down here too...in fact, for the next 7 days we won't get out of the 40's during the day and will be well below freezing every night.
And Seaside Heights, NJ. My wife and I have a townhouse there and went to a party at the Shore Thing Pub. They featured a duo who performed Doors and Billy Joel songs with a keyboard and electronic drum kit. Hokey for sure! It was a lot of fun! We had encountered a long haired mid 40's dude who looks like Sammy Hagar, who in turn got drunk and danced like the typical white guy that bites his lip. On the street, two skinny girls in LBD's hugged and shivered as they clambered to each other in the bitter 9F weather with no coats. One was crying! How freaking stupid is that? Cops galore, but warm friends, food and Corona's for us! Great communicating with you my friend..........the famous Lillie! < Unknown dude illustrating his dance moves!
