No, that's not the Florida Gators I'm talking about. I'm talking about the legendary Ronald Ames Guidry, The Gator, Louisiana Lightning. In case you missed the news, he will be the pitching coach for the New York Yankees next year.

Ron Guidry was an absolutely awesome pitcher. He was 25-1 in 1978 for the Yankees -- and had an ERA of 1.74, with NINE shutouts. Yes, he won the Cy Young that year and was an all-star 4 different years. He threw a complete game in the 1978 World Series against the Dodgers, allowing only 2 runs in the game 3 win.

Now he's coaching for the Yankees, and it should be interesting. Instead of being an analyzer of mechanics, films, and other scientific stuff, Guidry will be old school -- and it remains to be see if the old ways will work. I hope they do, as Guidry always was a true gentleman. Good luck, Mr. Guidry!

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