[big'ol_freeper]

"He won't umpire our games anymore."~ Steinbrenner

I didn't realize that the Yank-offs had veto power over who umpires their games. Might explain a few things.

I would rather the Yankees lose this series in five games than three. I hope all the games go extra innings and both pitching staffs get maxed out.

[mainepatsfan]

That was my hope as well but if Roger gets bounced early the Yanks will be in big trouble seeing how lousy their middle relief is and how quiet their bats have been thus far this series.

[oh8eleven]

I didn't realize that the Yank-offs had veto power over who umpires their games.
From the article - "Steinbrenner also had some choice words about retiring veteran umpire Bruce Froemming."

[mainepatsfan]

Steinbrenner also had some choice words about retiring veteran umpire Bruce Froemming and his decision to play through the late-game bug infestation during Friday's Game 2 extra-inning victory for the Indians.

Carbona didn't seem to let the bugs bother him.