...but Mike A. actually puts it into words.

But I see now that I was wrong. I was so naive, I remember thinking you had a legit shot at winning 18 games. You were going to be at the back of the rotation for a team with a dominant offense and a dominant end game bullpen, what wasn't there to like about that situation? Just about a month ago I thought you could be a very good reliever, after all you did earn your spot in Atlanta after serving as John Smoltz's primary set-up man down the stretch in 2003. But now, I think you'd most benefit the team by pitching BP, you know, helping the hitters gain confidence. You seem to be good at that.
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To steal a line from Van Wilder: there comes a time in everyman's life when he has to realize a bad investment, and simply cut his losses. It just might be best for both of us if you packed up your locker and left. Sorry things had to turn out like this, but I want you to know it's not me, it's you.

Mike A. should think about making that an open petition and having people who agree sign in the comments. I'm definitely on board. The only difference is that I never thought that was a good signing. I hated it when it was announced, during and after the season...and hate it now. I think it might actually be one of the worst signings in Yankee history! Still, strangely enough, I actually started pulling for the guy during the season. I know he stunk but he worked his butt off to try to come back for the end of the 2005 season and he genuinely looked like he wished he could justify the signing. Well, if wishes were horses, beggars would ride. Maybe he just needs to take a year off from baseball to heal up but for now, he looks like done (though I hope he can prove us both wrong).