As I begin watching the game tonight I'm aware that there are now trade rumors swirling all around our team. The big name is Mark Kotsay, center field of the Oakland A's. Originally they wanted Eric Duncan and Phillip Hughes. I would have said yes to that in a heartbeat, however it appears they may be getting greedy wanting either Robbie Cano or Chien-Ming Wang as well. No way! I'm glad I don't have Brian Cashman's job. This is going to get interesting. King George has invited all the knights back to the round table even from far-away Tampa Bay. That usually means trouble. I don't think firing anyone will help. We need a stronger CF, and that will help the pitching as well!

Happy Birthday to our Captain, Derek Jeter, seen here running over Robbie Cano! What a great play!