YANKS' TREATMENT OF RIVERA: "A DISGRACE"--Mike Francesa, WFAN--CHAZZ PALMINTERI AGREES

That the Yankees have allowed so much time to go by since Mariano's request, except to say they're doing nothing, is itself "A DISGRACE" said Mike Francesa on WFAN today. Mike happens to know a great deal about the subject's performance, and makes all the points I've made which should be obvious. It's no longer a matter of whether they'll offer him a contract and for how much. Mariano is unprecedented in the history of the game, not just the team, and they've publicly stated he's no special case, just one of a group. Chazz Palminteri called in and of course agreed--for those of you who think I'm the only one. 2 things:

• Mike suggests Yankee fans call Legends Field for Steinbrenner's office and complain, or call his office in the Bronx.

I say Rivera must leave. The team even today spends money for unproven players, but they publicly humiliated this man who after 12 consecutive post seasons with the team has for the first time simply asked for respect.

• P.S. At 6:55PM, the subject was still ALL Mariano on WFAN--in case you're under the impression this isn't a big deal.

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