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Overriding Cashman hasn't worked well

May 16, 2011 1:23 AM By KEN DAVIDOFF ken.davidoff@newsday.com

Photo credit: Christopher Pasatieri | New York Yankees designated hitter Jorge Posada (20) during batting practice prior to the game against the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. (May 15, 2011)

Ken Davidoff

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Jorge Posada's watery eyes. Joe Girardi's newfound warmth. The Bleacher Creatures' "Jorge!" chant. The Yankees' official closing of the matter, no discipline necessary.

Shoot, all we needed to heighten the drama was everyone at Yankee Stadium holding hands and belting out a few verses of "Kumbaya."

For now, everything is relatively peaceful with the Yankees. Posada apologized Sunday...

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