Sweet Lou

[Michael]

It looks like Lou Pinella won't be managing the Seattle Mariners next year. He wants out of his last year of his contract with the team and no word if the Mariner officials will do that. From what is being reported Lou was upset with ownership for not getting another bat or a pitcher this past season. Ownership gave Pat Gillick permission to go after someone if it made sense but word has it ownership did not want him to pull the trigger due to possible players strike.

So long Lou, thanks for 10 great years being the Seattle Mariners manager. You will always be welcomed back in Seattle!!

[mark]

He's gonna probably end up coaching the METS. Either him or Willie Randolph.

I was pissed when Steinbrenner fired him. But then who diden't Steinbrenner fire?