Game4 of the 2007 World Series. The Boston Red Sox were only a handful of outs away from sweeping their opponents, the Colorado Rockies and winning their second Title in 4 years. Instead of that being the top story, however, Scott Boras announced that his client, Yankee superstar Alex Rodriguez would opt out of his $25 millon contract. A-Rod would leave the Yankees. Few moments prior to this, Joe Torre turned down a contract, ending his tenure with the Bombers. He would not return for a 14th season in New York. The manager spot was up for grabs. It was said that another Joe, former Yankee Joe Girardi was up for the job. Bench coach, another former Yankee, Don Mattingly was also a candidate. Ultimatly, it all came down to the fact that Girardi had more coaching experience than Donny Baseball and Girardi was chosen as the replacement for the legendary Torre. A-Rod is now up for grabs for $350 mil. Joe Torre and Don Mattingly are with the Los Angeles Dodgers now.

We have Girardi. Possible free agents are: veteran catcher, Jorge Posada. All-time great closer, Mariano Rivera. Veteran left-hander, Andy Pettitte, who is also considering retirement. Very veteran legend, the Rocket, Roger Clemens, also considering his third retirement. All of the players were part of at least one championship in the late 1990's when the Yankees were completely dominant. Joe Girardi was part of the '96, '98 and '99 teams, even catching David Cone's perfect game in 1998. Bobby Abreu was signed back today. It will be interesting to see what moves are made in the offseason for the Bronx Bombers. Hopefully they can pick up Mike Lowell again.