I rushed out of work on Friday to get to the Stadium on time for the George Steinbrenner and Bob Sheppard tributes.  The tributes were many and heartfelt.  There wasn’t a dry eye in the house, especially mine, as it was like mourning the loss of an uncle and grandfather.  I’ll divide this tribute into two, one for Friday’s game which was the first game back since their passing and the second for Saturday’s Old Timer’s Day.  Since pictures tell a thousand words, I’ll let photos tell the story.

 

All flags throughout the Stadium flew at half staff.

 

 

The Yankees tried to lighten the moment with this Saturday Night Live moment clip.

 

 

The Captain Derek Jeter spoke on behalf of the team. 

 

 

Military service was a part of Mr. Steinbrenner’s life.  Soldiers based at West Point presented the colors.

 

 

The playing of “Taps” summed up the sadness of day. 

 

 

Flowers and “Taps” equal sadness.

 

 

Fans showed their appreciation to the Boss and Mr. Sheppard.

 

 

After the draining pre-game ceremony, the Yankees and Rays played.  CC didn’t have his best stuff but the Yankees rallied to win.  Swisher singled in the winning run in the bottom of the 9th inning.  He ran out to right field and the team followed him there to celebrate. 

 

  

 

Posted by an emotional Tank reporting live from Yankee Stadium in the Boogie Down Bronx.