Okay so it won't mean too much, but there is still nothing quite like watching a Red Sox - Yankees game.

This year the two storied franchises add another chapter to the rivalry featuring the overpaid centerfielder Johnny Damon.

Chances are he'll be leading off with his owner George Steinbrenner gleefully looking on.

It will be the first time that I will see Damon in a New York uniform. I'm sure it will sting just a little, but heck, I wouldn't have paid that kind of money.

Though he played in Tuesday's game it will also be my first chance to see Wily Mo Pena swing his bat for Boston. Here's hoping he continues to improve. The Boston Globe wrote a nice piece about the man who exhibits "raw power." Wait until he learns how to hit.

Although I lit a fire under some people, my rumors are being extinguished. Everyone (Jim Bowden and Red Sox execs) is saying that the Red Sox and the Nats have not had any discussions about Alfonzo Soriano. In fact, those in the market for a second baseman may prefer Tony Graffanino over Soriano.

According to ESPN.com, Soriano reported to left field today for the Nationals. He also played the position admirably. It goes to show you - money talks. I wouldn't want to lose $10 million dollars and perhaps free agent eligibility. I have two predictions: 1) Soriano will not return to Washington next year; 2) He'll have a "I play second base" placed somewhere in his contract.

Let the games and rivalries begin.

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