The final out in Game 6 was recorded at 11:50pm and the new Yankee Stadium erupted in a combination of raucous excitement and deep-felt relief as the Yankees won their 27th World Championship by defeating the defending World Champion Phillies by a score of 7-3. Andy Pettitte did what was required of him. I was thrilled to have been a witness to the culmination of an outstanding season. This is another “first” for Billi Pod to add to his resume.
The fact that the Series MVP was Hideki Matsui, who drove in 6 of the 7 runs, gave the evening an almost surreal feeling because he is the Designated Hitter and was only able to pinch hit during the games played in Philly.
The stadium remained virtually full after the game for the awards ceremony. George S. was not in attendance.
It was 1:04am when I opened the door to PHC. I am very tired but not sleepy. I ate a slice of pizza (thankfully the neighborhood pizza place stays open late) and then watched several recaps of the game and analysis on ESPN’s Sport Center.
It is now 2:30am and I will try to get some sleep.
Go Yankees!!
Billi Pod
“Don't pick a fight with an old man. If he is too old to fight, he'll just kill you.”
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