A-Rod hits 500

[pressboxramblings07]

I'm sure this is where I'm supposed to say that something like that builds character, but I'll avoid that.

It was miserable driving home, but I don't envy you.

 

[Angola!]

I'm sure this is where I'm supposed to say that something like that builds character, but I'll avoid that.

It was miserable driving home, but I don't envy you.

Well, it did set up a long night of drinking Pyramid Hefe's at the Flying Saucer. So, at least I had that going for me.

 

[KYSportsWriter]

At least both of you have gotten to see a Yanks' game...I still have yet to be able to do that.

 

[KYSportsWriter]

At least both of you have gotten to see a Yanks' game...I still have yet to be able to do that.

Go, before the end of next year. Do whatever you have to do to see one game at the Stadium. It's an incredible experience.

I'm definitely going to try and get to the Stadium before next year. That's one of the things on my to-do list...

 

[Angola!]

At least both of you have gotten to see a Yanks' game...I still have yet to be able to do that.

Go, before the end of next year. Do whatever you have to do to see one game at the Stadium. It's an incredible experience.

I've probably seen the Yankees play 35 times over the years, but only once at the Stadium. Which is why my family is going there next summer.

 

[pressboxramblings07]

I'll get to see the Stadium this winter, but I'll be going back next summer to see a game. I hope I can find a way to go All-Star weekend. But if I can't, I'll pick a good game or two to see.

I won't be ashamed to cry that night.

 

[boots]

Many will miss Yankee Tomb.

 

[shockey]

my days of attending games are over, due to physical limitations. but i was healthy enough to take all three of my boys to yankee stadium several times. lifetime memories for us all. a magical place. 8) 8) 8)

 

[mike311gd]

I went in the mid-90s, and I still tell everyone who asks that it's one of those places you've got to see. Once you pass the gate, there's an historic feeling that takes over. It's unbelievable. My dad and I were among the last to leave the park, just so I could see it in peace.

 

[KYSportsWriter]

Many will miss Yankee Tomb.

Yankee Tomb?

:

 

[mike311gd]

... Where the great players go to die.

 

[hockeybeat]

I'm not a Yankees fan by any stretch--no, really?--but there is something awe-inspiring and mystical when you walk into Yankee Stadium. You can feel the history, it's alive.

If you get a chance, try to tour Monument Park before the game.

 

[KYSportsWriter]

... Where the great players go to die.

I guess so.

 

[Write-brained]

Just 255 more to go ...

 

[mike311gd]

I think A-Rod just acquired many more fans tonight.

 

[Write-brained]

So if Barry hangs it up this year, ARod could catch him in eight or nine years, possibly earlier.

 

[Angola!]

So if Barry hangs it up this year, ARod could catch him in eight or nine years, possibly earlier.

Yeah. As long as ARod continues to remain healthy - as he has throughout his career - then he will definitely catch him.

 

[mike311gd]

So if Barry hangs it up this year, ARod could catch him in eight or nine years, possibly earlier.

It's been estimated that he'll break Bonds' record in 2016 -- depending on how much longer No. 25 sticks around.

 

[spnited]

7 years at 40 a year gives A-Rod 780 .... he'll break the record in 2014 at age 39

 

[blueview]

At Yankee Stadium this afternoon, upper deck, to see A-Rod hit his 500th HR in his first at-bat. From the angle I was at, for a second it wasn't very clear to see if it was fair or foul ... but it was quite the exhilarating experience of watching everyone cheer for history.

As for Yankee Stadium, it is quite the sight. Plus, many would be pleasantly surprised at the football-type atmosphere.