Well, it's over. They tried, but the Indians just outpitched them. Their offense hit a spark, but it was too little too late. The two game deficit proved too much for the Yankees to overcome, and it isn't just the end of their season, but it could be the end of an era.
Steinbrenner said Torre's job was on the line, and no one kids around with Steinbrenner. I'd be surprised if he didn't stand by his word, and while Torre led the Yanks to the postseason every year he has managed them, that seven-year drought is more than unacceptable to the most demanding owner in sports. A-Rod could opt out of his contract, Pettitte, Posada, Rivera, Abreu could choose not to return and Clemens is probably out for good.
It's disappointing, a complete downer to see the Yanks go out in the first round of the postseason for the third time in a row, and especially after the way they came back from the 14.5 game deficit earlier this season and the hope that yesterday's game brought. I absolutely have to hand it to the Indians though. They came into this series and they did what they had to do. Instead of letting the Yankees bats scare them, the Indians pitchers silenced them. We came alive at home in the Bronx, but it just wasn't enough.
But that's what comes with the territory of October baseball. Legends are made and expectations are beaten down. And besides, this ALCS between Cleveland and Boston should be an amazing one, because honestly, (and yes it pains me to say it) both teams played really well in their respective division series'.
And that's life - you win some, you lose some. But beyond the baseball blues, now I need to find a way to get my mind back into finishing this take-home exam, when all I want to do is sleep.
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