But unfortunately, the 38-year-old, five-time World Series Champion closed that chapter of his life today and officially announced his retirement at Yankee Stadium. Even the self-imposed pressure of feeling needed by the Yankees wasn't enough to bring him back because, quite frankly, the drive that's sustained him throughout his 16 year career was suddenly no where to be found. At today's conference, Pettitte said, "My arm feels fine. My body feels fine. But my heart’s not where it needs to be.”
After hearing Pettitte's sincere words, there's no way one can argue with the left-handed pitcher's decision. He has served the Yankees well for 13 seasons; producing better than any other pitcher in the postseason with 19 wins.
Despite his performance enhancing drug admission, Pettitte remained a favorite among Bronx Bomber fans. With a career that has yielded a 240-138 record, there is no doubt that #46 has left his mark on the game. Whether or not he's inducted to the Hall of Fame in Cooperstown remains to be seen, but he'll certainly go down in Yankees history as one of the best.
What a bittersweet moment.
It's obvious no one's career lasts forever, but it's always sad to see one of your favorite's say goodbye.
It's also bittersweet because I'm now left wondering, what we gonna do now?!?! *Diddy Voice*
While pitchers and catchers report in ten days, I am extremely uncomfortable knowing that our starting pitching rotation includes one and a possible, CC Sabbathia and Phil Hughes. My fellow spades players know that's a weak hand and winning is nearly impossible.
I'm eager to see how Brian Cashman intends to transform an anemic pitching rotation into a World Series Championship contender because so far he's batting .000.
Brian Cashman, if you haven't noticed, you are now on the clock.
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