But that was my point all along b, NY wouldn't tolerate it. That's why it'll never happen. Manny beats to his own drum, and not even the more stringent of management will tame to their liking.
He's a loose cannon that thankfully was let go by the sox before it got even worse. He may be acting in line now, however once the novelty of a new team wears thin he'll be back to his old ways. It's true when the say "You can't teach an old dog new tricks."
I don't necessarily agree with how the situation was handled over the years, however what's done is done. He gave us some great years performace wise in boston, so i respect that aspect of his great abilities. There is no question that he still has a few years left before a serious decline sets in. It's a shame it came to this, but it had to happen.
I now have to retire my 5 manny jersey's to the closet for the time being....