On January 24, 2012 one of baseball's greatest catcher retired. Jorge Posada announced his retirement in a very emotional press conference. Jorge was with the Yankees for seventeen years and has five world series rings. Jorge played in over 1800 games and had over 1600 hits. He is part of the "Core Four" which included Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Andy Pettitte and, Posada. A group of guys that any coach would love to have on their team. This group has accomplished things people dream about, and Jorge was a key part. He will always be remembered as one of the greatest Yankees to put on the pinstripes. Going to Yankee stadium and not seeing Posada behind the plate or even batting is going to be a uneasy feeling. I've watched him since I've watched baseball. Thank you for all the good memories you made for the world Jorge, and thanks for everything you have done for the Yankee organization. You will be greatly missed.
This is the first I am hearing of this news. I used to follow the Yankees ALL THE TIME when I was younger, but I have gotten so disconnected lately. It just seems so natural to have Posada behind the plate for that team. Him and Derek Jeter have always been my favorite Yankees. He has some amazing accomplishments with both his personal statistics and his awards. I know that at one time he was ranked in the top three for the most valuable players in the American League. He has also been the first Yankee to make 6 straight opening day starts since Thurman Munson had years before. I know a lot of people will miss him including myself. He is a Yankee icon and will not be forgotten. There are definitely some big shoes to fill for the next man in pinstripes that comes behind the plate.
This is the first I am hearing of this news. I used to follow the Yankees ALL THE TIME when I was younger, but I have gotten so disconnected lately. It just seems so natural to have Posada behind the plate for that team. Him and Derek Jeter have always been my favorite Yankees. He has some amazing accomplishments with both his personal statistics and his awards. I know that at one time he was ranked in the top three for the most valuable players in the American League. He has also been the first Yankee to make 6 straight opening day starts since Thurman Munson had years before. I know a lot of people will miss him including myself. He is a Yankee icon and will not be forgotten. There are definitely some big shoes to fill for the next man in pinstripes that comes behind the plate.
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