[Man50D]

He was recently traded to the Yankees with Bobby Abreu. It's possible other players were on board. It's also possible it was his family - he has a wife and one child.

It amazes people believe the speculation and rumor perpetuated by the media especially considering there had been no confirmation from officials including the FAA, New York Yankees, New York City or the Lidle family that Lidle was killed in the crash when his alleged death was first reported by the media.

[conservative in nyc]

They found Lidle's passport near the crash site. It was either Lidle or someone who had his passport. The media speculation on that was grounded. Now, about the other passengers - the medical examiner said there were 4 dead. He was incorrect. There were only two - now known to be Lidle and his flight instructor.