Yesterday's home opener for the New York Yankees marked the inaugural season, in their $1.5 billion cathedral. Loyal fans watched as newbies CC Sabathia, Mark Teixeira, and Nick Swisher officially broke in their pinstripes with pride.
"I have not been part of something that awesome before," Swisher said. "Not only bringing back all the greats from the past, but to open the Stadium, looking around and not seeing one empty seat -- the national anthem gave me goosebumps. I was proud to be a part of that."
Legendary Hall of Famer, Yogi Berra, delivered the ceremonial first pitch, and Babe Ruth's bat from his maiden home run in the first game at the original Yankee Stadium on April 18, 1923 was placed on home plate. Johnny Damon recorded the first hit, and Jorge Posada knocked the first home run.
However, the 10-2 shellacking served by the Cleveland Indians quickly put a damper on my day. Leaving a feeling of resentment towards the first game in the new stadium, proving how impatient Yankees fans are. We throw down big bucks and expect great results. Also during the game I was informed that one of my favorite Bronx Bombers, Xavier Nady, was placed on the 15 day DL...GRRRREEEEEAAAAT... even the Bleacher Creatures had something to say.
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