Pearlman also writes:
"...the logical choice is Bobby Valentine --
who's currently managing the Chiba Lotte Marines of Japan's Pacific
League. Those who've had the fortune/misfortune (depending on your
perspective) of covering Valentine speak of a man who is
annoying/passionate/ insensitive/intelligent/self-absorbed/inspiring.
But one thing goes without debate -- he can manage, and he can push
guys to play hard."
As I've written before, Valentine has no wish of returning to coaching in the states. Although I would like to see more of him I don't ever see him returning and leaving his superstar status in Japan. As for Torre, firing him is not the answer. Who are they going to replace him with, their inexperienced bench coach Don Mattingly? Whenever the mighty Yankees falter, Steinbrenner makes heads roll. Come on now, let Torre stay. I think GM Brian Cashman should head out before I see Torre being fired, but if Cashman goes I think George will pull the double switch and can Torre as well.
Bust out the brooms Mets fans, and let's sweep the Yanks back to the Bronx tomorrow.
