A funny thing happened in Tampa yesterday, in the midst of the most recent steroid "scandal" - the Yankees played pool instead of taking BP and infield practice. At first I was puzzled, confused. Why would the Yanks stay off the field on purpose during these precious spring training days before games? Then it hit me.As a team in turmoil with its biggest star fighting to regain credibility and a team with three new key imports, the Yankees needed to bond. Bonding (or fun) isn't really something I associate with the Bronx Bombers, who always try to be very stoic on the field and in front of cameras.
Many fans don't really think of baseball as a team sport, but there is something to be said about supporting your teammates - and not just in the media. As a Yankee fan, I want to watch a team that will defend their teammates in a brawl and a team that will do what it takes to succeed. By bonding, maybe this brings a divided, ego-filled Yankee locker room closer together. Closeness isn't something that was a part of these last several Yankee teams and maybe it's the reason why the team hasn't advanced past the Division Series lately. If the team is unified and plays for each other, the '09 Yanks will be a tough team to beat.
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The key to playing as a team is handshakes. Just ask Orlando Cabrera.
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