Goose Bumps His Gums

As a kid I adored Goose Gossage.  That wicked motion, the seeming willingness to throw at anyone at anytime, that glare and intimidation.  That was then.

Today I am trying to understand exactly what Goose means when he says Joba Chamberlain's onfield "celebrations" arent "The Yankee Way."  20+ years removed from what has now become a Hall of Fame career does Goose think criticizing one of the teams most consistent performers while the team struggles in general to be "The Yankee Way?"

I guess the way I look at is simplistic:  Unless Goose intends on racking up a save or two for my beloved Bombers in 2008 then he should pipe down.  This is not intended to demean all former players in any way, but it should serve as notice not to spout off everytime a thought crosses your lips.  In reality, what did Joba do that was so wrong?  Did he taunt, did he motion toward Dellucci?  No.  Did he parade around the mound, did he exaggerate his exit from the field of play?  No.  Did he stand and stare at the hitter, or into the opposing bench?  No.

He apparently is guilty of being emotional after the only team to ever touch him up was served a healthy serving of revenge on his home field infront of his home fans...Apparently being emotional isnt the Yankee Way.  Really?  Ask a Yankee fan.

What's more is examining how Joba took the loss a couple of days prior - did he erupt and toss Gatorade coolers, did he run straight for the showers?  No.  Did he dodge the press and say all the wrong things?  No.  Goose, leave the kid alone.  If you want to ask some constructive questions let's start with why the hell we cant beat Tampa...

Go Yanks!