[andyfox]

Parcells started out with the Giants.

Clemens went to Toronto first (when he was in the "twilight" of his career).

Damon had twelve million good reasons for going to the Yankees. Boston offered 40 mill, New York 52. Plus, with his personality, he might be the toast of New York.

As far as his value as a player, the Yankees overpaid. But who cares about that? While he's not a great player, he's a good one, certainly better than Williams at this stage of his career or Bing Crosby or whatever the hell his name is.

Jeter did a fine job adjusting his style last year to take more walks and be a terrific leadoff hitter. Having Damon will allow Jeter to bat in the #2 spot which probably suits Jeter's hitting style better. Jeter could hit 25-30 home runs this year.