The Writer's Life 10/26 - Numbers Stories

RIP Fats Domino, 89, one of the pioneers of rock n roll who influenced many who followed him. He had 35 records in the U.S. Billboard Top 40, and five of his pre-1955 recordings sold more than a million copies, certified gold. From 1955 to 1960 he had eleven top ten hits and his record sales were reportedly surpassed only by Elvis Presley. During his career, he sold more than 65 million records. He was playing piano in bars at 14, working in a factory by day. Ain't That a Shame, I'm Walkin', and Blueberry Hill remain good listens to this day. Well done, sir. Thank you.

I think most fans would agree that the sports job with the most pressure is manager of the New York Yankees, second being coach of the Notre Dame football team. The third used to be coaching the Montreal Canadiens, but that seems to have diminished considerably in recent years. Based on his record, I was shocked to hear Joe Girardi was fired. His teams went 910-710 in his ten years at the helm, a winning percentage of .562. Only 18 managers in MLB history have scored higher. Davey Johnson had the same number. Girardi did not suffer a single losing season with the Yankees. 84 was his lowest win total. Granted, he enjoyed the game's highest payroll during most of his tenure. He never lacked talent. Given these numbers, it seems he must have been done in by conflict behind the scenes. He has been given the boot just as the Bronx Bombers seem poised to begin a new dynasty. I would be surprised if Don Mattingly is not the next Yankees' manager.

An article in the today's NY Post details the controversy over a Halloween display on a Jersey Shore couple's front lawn. Detractors claim it's too gruesome. Decide for yourself:

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