Xpression.v2

Every one knows that Tino Martinez was my favorite Yankee player for almost the entire time he spent in the pinstripes. However, with Tino retired, I’ve had a bit of a dilemma trying to find my new favorite player. You know, just someone to cheer an extra little bit for. Last night, however, I figured it out.

There were two outs in the 9th, the Yanks were up 6 - 1, though a run had just scored. Joe Torre was coming out of the dugout to finally pull Mike Mussina from the game, figuring he was fatigued. However, in an exhibition of his passion and determination, you see Mike Mussina point at Torre and yell, “No! Stay there!” Torre turned around and went right back into the dugout. Next batter came up and the Moose struck him out for the final out of the game. That right there, won me over.

I know it sounds cheesy to some people, but I admire stubbornness and determination like that. Willing yourself through it until the end and refusing to give up. It’s a thing of beauty and the reason my moose calls will be just that much louder for now on.

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