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Posted By: Ted Zanidakis

As a long time Yankees fan (since 1947), I agree with you 200% (if that's possible) regarding Steinbrenner.
I really loved Billy Martin and his style of managing. Actually, my fondness for Billy goes back to the 1952 World Series, where Billy's
famous catch in the 7th game) saved it for the Yanks. And, Billy single-handedly beat the Dodgers in the 1953 WS.....batting .500
with 12 hits, 2 HR's and 8 RBI's. I met Billy in 1982 and we had a very nice conversation. Sure Billy was a character, but then BB has
had many such characters. But, he didn't deserve the way that Steinbrenner treated him in the late '70s and early '80s.

TED Z