FROM JOEL SHERMAN

I really liked the idea of permitting fans into Yankee Stadium very early on the final game day and allowing them to walk around the park and through Monument Park. I also think the late-night close with the team gathered on the mound as Derek Jeter spoke to the crowd and the lap around the Stadium by the team were also outstanding.

But I really didn’t like the actual pre-game ceremony. Three items are not going to be enough for this so I am abandoning the 3 Up format for today to make sure I get to my grievances:

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