If young arms are going to be the future of the next New York Yankees'
dynasty, then it's time – or it soon will be – to accelerate their
responsibility.
In 1984, new Mets' manager Davey Johnson, emboldened by his team's 12-9
start, and tired of watching Mike Torrez, Craig Swan and Dick Tidrow
get hammered relentlessly, convinced then-GM Frank Cashen to cut the
three veterans.
ITEM OF THE WEEK!
This week's highlight from the world of collectibles is this impressive base card from his private collection from ArtShamsky.com.
Available with a personal salutation and frame, it is more than just a collectible.
Perfect as or a memorable gift for your favorite Gotham Baseball fan!
(Editor's Note) On Sept. 9, 1999, the world said goodbye to Jim Hunter. Better known as "Catfish", the moniker hung on him by Charlie O'Finley, the daffy owner of the Oakland A's, Hunter suffered from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a disease that attacks nerves in the
spinal cord and brain that control muscle movement. Whether a Yankee fan, A's fan or a pure baseball fan, "Catfish" was a pitcher to admire and cheer for. Shortly before he passed, Marty Appel took a moment to remember his career. As always, Marty's eloquence shines in this piece, originally published in Yankees Magazine. Let's go remember one of the game's greats. - MH
If young arms are going to be the future of the next New York Yankees'
dynasty, then it's time – or it soon will be – to accelerate their
responsibility. 
ITEM OF THE WEEK!
This week's highlight from the world of collectibles is this impressive base card from his private collection from ArtShamsky.com.
Available with a personal salutation and frame, it is more than just a collectible.
Perfect as or a memorable gift for your favorite Gotham Baseball fan!
Oh, put me in, coach - I’m ready to play today;
(Editor's Note) On Sept. 9, 1999, the world said goodbye to Jim Hunter. Better known as "Catfish", the moniker hung on him by Charlie O'Finley, the daffy owner of the Oakland A's, Hunter suffered from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a disease that attacks nerves in the
spinal cord and brain that control muscle movement. Whether a Yankee fan, A's fan or a pure baseball fan, "Catfish" was a pitcher to admire and cheer for. Shortly before he passed, Marty Appel took a moment to remember his career. As always, Marty's eloquence shines in this piece, originally published in Yankees Magazine. Let's go remember one of the game's greats. - MH
