Sheffield Hits 500

Gary Sheffield hit his 500th yahtzee ball this past weekend, and you know what, I'm actually happy for him.

Lately, I have been giving the cold shoulder to guys reaching home run milestones, minus Griffey hitting 600. I think it's because the guys seem like they don't even care. I mean, I'm sure they do, but if they do, then show it!! You know what Sheffield did when he hit 500? He threw his arms up in the air like a little kid, rounded the bases, calmed down a little bit and pointed to the sky to thank God. Now that's what I'm talking about!! Don't act like you've been there before, because you only hit 500 once. Show a little emotion. If 500 is a big deal, which it is, tell the fans that you are pumped because we want to see it.

I know Sheffield was in the Mitchell Report, but until something else happens, he is currently the man. He has been doing it since the late 80's, when I was just a wee lad. That's longevity and consistency, and seeing him still want to succeed is good. He came to the Mets to win, he got his homerun, and I am giving him a high five, wherever he is.