It is so hard writing about your passing, which I sadly heard an hour ago, but there are a few things out of many that I would like to express. First of all, thank you for everything that you did to make the Yankees the Franchise of franchises, for all the success it has had since you took it away from CBS before any more damage could be inflicted on the most famous team, not only in Baseball but in any sport.
That you were rude, sure, but could you have gotten the same positive results if you hadn't? You were instrumental in bringing respectability to the Yankees and no matter what has been said about how you went about running the Yankees, you always put aside the money factor just as long as it meant winning. That is what separated you from all of the other owners. You preffered to win, even if it took your last penny. Winning was always more important to you, that's why you brought the best talent.
It's amazing how time has elapsed, for it was just the other day that you were having your famous battles with Billy the Kid, were winning all those championships, and now you are gone. The passing of Bob Sheppard must have been a giant of a shock to your already weak heart, I imagine. You will be with him, Mickey, Billy, Roger, Bobby, Elston, and I am sure that you will have the last word, as you always had, for that's the way it always was.
Take care Boss and maybe one day we will meet. In the mean time, I and all the Yankee fans and players will always be greatful, will always have you in our hearts. One last thing; it's sad that MLB did not induct you into its Hall of Fame before your eternal trip. I hope that it does soon, for nobody deserved it more. Thanks, George, Boss!
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