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Name:	Kenneth
City/State:	Stuarts Draft, VA
While I am a Boston Red Sox fan, I'm also a baseball fan. I watched you throughout your career with the Reds and the Yankees, and I appreciate how you played the game. You used every at-bat as if it could be your last and you ran out every play. I wish you luck in all your endeavors in and out of baseball. Yes, in case you're wondering, my father was a distant cousin to former Yankees catcher, Thurman Munson. I even named my son after him. Thanks!

Name:	Ashley
City/State:	New York
Paulie, come back! The team needs you and Tino back. Its just not the same. It showed this season. And I don't think the Yankees will ever be the same. This years team didn't have that glare in their eye that the Yankees usually have. Well I guess its because half of the team is new. Well I just wanted to say Hi. God Bless.

Name:	Laura
City/State:	Babylon, NY
I said it all season-the Yankees missed your contributions more than any other player. Now with the Yankee season over-it was so apparent how much you were missed. The heart and soul of the team was missing!! You spoiled all Yankee fans with your determination and passion for the game. I miss you. Wishing a happy and health off-season...Hope to see you back at the stadium soon.

Well Paul, the 2002 playoffs are officially over for the Yankees and I think that it is apparent that you were truly the "LEADER AND THE UNOFFICIAL CAPTAIN" of the New York Yankees. I know that you felt that it was time for you to retire, and God knows that you deserve it after all of the hard work you have done on the field, but I think that this team could definitely have benefited from your "leadership" one more year to help them stay on the road to winning. I have always respected and admired you as a player and as a person and I hope that you will continue to be part of the Yankees in the future, doing more for the YES Network and possibly more with the team itself. It is very obvious that your involvement is definitely needed for this team's success. I hope that Mr. Steinbrenner is smart enough to ask you for your imput in getting this team back on its feet, he could use someone with your baseball knowledge and expertise. I look forward to seeing you on the YES Network again next season and can't wait for PAUL O'NEILL DAY when you will have your plaque and place of honor in Monument Field along with all of the other Yankee Greats! No one deserves it more than you. Continued success in all that you do and may God continue to bless you and your beautiful family.

Name:	Janet
City/State:	Mississauga, Ontario, Canada
When my boyfriend, his family and i went to a resturant for his 17th birthday, baseball fans started to stare at him. We were all wondering why but we later found out that my boyfriend looks like you. When the man said that another turned around and said the same which made me wonder how you look. As i was looking at some items on your site i realized that he does resemble you. If only he could play like you he would be able to take your place. Its just remarkale how he looks like you.

Name:	Bill
City/State:	Floral Park, NY
paul i as many other yankee fans would agree that this years yankee team was lacking a few things to go all the way again.One would be you of course, another would be tino and scott.YOU three brought heart and soul and the grit to pull together when it was needed to win. paul we miss you come back next year. thank you for all the great years.

Name:	Jane
City/State:	Southbury, CT
Dear Paul; I really miss seeing you on the field. I just didn't have as much interest this year(or last) as I did when you were playing. You were the heart of the team and my absolute favorite player. Just want you to know you will always be a good memory for me and baseball spirit as a whole. Love you, Jane

Name:	Anthony
City/State:	Cincinnati, OH
First off I would like to thank you for the years spent with the Reds. I was very frustrated when they removed you from our team. Mistake. I met you once in Cincinnati at the Bally's off of Reed Hartman Highway. You were working out after the Mariners had knocked the Bombers out of the playoffs in I believe 94 or 95 I was in college at the time. I knew you and I have never been much of an autograph person (who cares about a signature) so I just told you nice to meet you finally and that I was sorry to have seen you go. I played baseball until the age of 26. I have always played with extreme intensity and love of the game. Balls to the wall all of the time, 100%. That is the way I was raised to play. Your intensity is what baseball was and the way that it should be. However, I am sad to see that many players do not play with such passion but only play because they can and it makes them money. I truly did miss seeing you play the season following your retirement. You style will be missed and respected as such. Do us a favor here in Cincy. If you ever run into Junior tell him to hustle to first base.....damnit.

Name:	Nadine
City/State:	Buffalo, NY
I was never much of a baseball fan. My dad had grown up in Brooklyn and was a big Dodgers fan. He never really got over the disappointment of their leaving and transferred some of is loyalty to the Bronx Bombers. Growing up in my house in the 1960's we always had some sport on the television set, football with the Bills, the occasional bowling tournament, and the Yankees. My kid brother, to be different, chose to root for the Mets, so it made for some lively arguments. My father would not be dissuaded from his support for his 'second' team. In 1994, the baseball strike drove a lot of people away from the game, and even Dad was annoyed. In 1996 I began work, after thirteen years as a housewife and mom, with a woman who was and is a huge Atlanta fan. I caught some of her enthusiasm for the game and late in the nineties, started tuning in to an occasional game. In 1999 my attention was caught by a lanky right fielder playing for the Bombers. Who was number 21, of the quick temper and oh so very evident love of this most American of American ball sports? Paul captured my attention like no other ball player could have and, partly out of loyalty to my Dad, but more out of enjoyment of watching him play, number 21 has made of me an ardent Yankees fan. I miss him and wish him the greatest continuing success off the ball field. He showed us what baseball was supposed to be, once again, and I hope today's players remember that the most important thing, more than high salary or prestige, is to love the game they've had the luck to be able to play. Baseball and the Yankees live! I know. I have the t-shirts.

Name:	Dotty
City/State:	Salem, VA
Paul: I saw you play in Spring Training in 2001 and 2002 in Florida. You are my very favorite player of all time. We miss you in the lineup and hope you will always stay connected with the Yankees.

Name:	Michael
City/State:	West Islip, NY
With the Yankees quick exit from the play-offs it became apparent how much you were missed. I am a big fan and wish you success in what ever you do. You would make an excellent batting coach ! Are you going to sell your bobbing heads on this site? Regards, Michael P.S You would have had the ball in left field that Raul Mondisi missed. You always sacraficed for the team.

Name:	Joe
City/State:	North Caldwell, NJ
Hey pauly, Yanks really missing you, and so am I. NY probably would have had a chance if they had a rightfielder with a bat. By all means you sould be manager, regardless of what anyone else says. Your a true Yankee, and belong with them.

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Staten Island, NY
hey paulie, i really enjoyed your game analysis this season and i look forward to seeing and hearing more from you next season. i think your position as a living yankee great gives you a great perspective on the pressures and influences on the current players. i especially enjoyed seeing your interview from home on the pre-game show before ALDS game 2, and hearing you say how strange it was to realize that the world doesnt stop because the yankees are in the post season. but i have to tell you - for the true yankees fans (like myself!) the world does stop during the post season and many of us practically live pitch to pitch just like you guys do. > by the way, seeing you in the broadcast booth did help alleviate the "o'neill withdrawal" your fans have been suffering from a tiny little bit - but i am convinced that the unhappy outcome of this season would have been A LOT different if you would have been on the field. we miss your bat and glove and the outfield was empty this year without you!

Name:	Debbie
City/State:	Round Lake, NY
I know you are happy being retired and at home with your family. It's great to see you on the pre-game shows. You look well rested and content. But, I really believe in my heart that if you were playing this year, the Yankees would be world champions. I know I speak for many Yankee fans, It would be great to see you in right field again.

Name:	Jose
City/State:	Hercules, CA
You were the reason why I took baseball up again. I gave up the dream in highschool to play soccer and deeply regret it. I now play in baseball league at 28 and your fire for the game is what got me back out there. Thank you for being the most inspirational player of my generation.

Name:	Terri
City/State:	North Port, FL
Go Yankee's!!! My best memories as a kid was going to Yankee Stadium to watch the team play. I am now 40 and still remember the song on the radio as me and my Dad pulled into the parking-lot "Step right up hurry ,hurry, the show's about to begin" My husband and I rival over baseball. We only agree on Tampa Bay. Someone e-mailed you from Shelton. Ct. That's where I was raised. Hope to here from you Eric. Thanks

Name:	Dan
City/State:	Whitestone, NY
This year wasn't the same without you, Paul. It's just not the same. Anyway, I want to thank you for all the memories you gave me. You were and still are my favorite baseball player. I grew up watching you. Thanks again and the best of luck!

Name:	Ruthie
City/State:	Mississippi
Its Postseason now, & I still miss you in right field! You were the best!! oh and this is a really great site!!! xxoo, Ruthie

Name:	Katie
City/State:	New York, NY
Watching the yankee games just arent the same with out # 21 in rightfield!! even though it was sad to see you go...i wish you the best of luck in the years to come...LET'S GO YANKEES!!! :D

Name:	David
City/State:	Lafayette, CO
I have been a New York Yankees fan for about a half century. They have won 13 World Championships during that time. The players that I think represent those great teams from their respective eras are The Mick, Yogi, Whitey, The Rajah, Thurman, Puff, Gator, Donnie Baseball, Jete, and YOU. Simply, It doesn't get any better than that! I got to see you play in 1995 during two exhibition games played at Coors Field. I think there were more Yankee fans there than Rockies fans. They were the first games after the big strike. We loved watching you play then and in the postseasons that followed. I'm not sure this years club has your intensity. We'll see. GO YANKS and MUCH THANKS to #21.

Name:	Vin
City/State:	New York, NY
You are my hero! Please come back and play left field for the Yanks again! PLEASE!!

Name:	Andrea
City/State:	Corona, NY
Hey Paul, even though its been almost a year since u left the Yankees, it's still weird not seeing you. I think you're an amazing player with a whole lotta talent. You brought so much grace to the Yankees Organization and I high respect you for that. You have been one of my favorite players of all time. NY will never forget you.

Name:	Shawn
City/State:	Buffalo, NY
The biggest thrill during the current New York Yankee playoff run was Paul O'Neil. You just cannot teach character that Paul had. He went out there every night and gave 100% every nightin front of the fans at Yankee stadium and those who were fortunate to watch the Yankee games at home. George Steinbrenner was very correct in calling him a warrior. I remeber especially the catch in Atlanta in 1996 that brought the series back to New York. The amazing thing about that was he was hurt, but you never knew it by the way he played. When anybody asks me who my favorite Yankee is, it is Paul O'Neil. I am sure there are many people out there who will join me in saying that his presence in the dugout and in the field is missed greatly!

Name:	Jacqueline
City/State:	New York
mr.o'neill, i cannot begin to tell you how much of an inspiration you are to me. the courage and professionalism you displayed as a yankee, along with the magic you are associated with. it's very emotional for me to sit at yankee stadium along the 3rd base line and look across and not see your familiar face. in my mind, as i'm sure in many others, that will always be paulie's corner. thank you again and again, i hope you are enjoying your retirement.

Name:	Sarah
City/State:	Brooklyn, NY
Paulie, you have been my favorite player from the day I started following the Yankees. Whenever I mention to somebody that I'm a Yankee fan, people ask who my favorite player is. Now that you're not there, I don't know what to answer. Of course I love all the Yanks, but who could compare to you? Sure, I love Soriano, but how can his two years be compared to all the ones where I watched you? Sure, Jorge's amazing, but could he ever show the enthusiasm that made you the "Warrior"? Sure, Jeter's great, but does he talk to his bat the way you did, letting us know just how much you wanted to get a hit? Sure, Bernie's one of the best, but can we ever call him the 'heart and soul' of the Yanks the way we did you? The fact is, that players come and go, but nobody will ever compare to you and everything you've done for the Yankees over the years. And even as this season comes to an end, we're still trying to get over the fact that you're not there, still trying to go to a game not expecting to see you there. It's hard - we miss you. Hope retirement is living up to your expectations!

Name:	Jane
City/State:	San Diego, CA
Are you the type of person who does apperances because you enjoy them or because you get paid? Your fans really love and admire you and I wish you would do more apperances through out the states. Say Hello to your Big Bro Robert for me... I met him in Seattle during the playoffs... All my bests to you, Jane

Name:	Colin
City/State:	Littleton, CO
You are what a Yankee should be. Class act in every way. I thank you for all you did for the Yankees and their tradition. I sure hope to meet you someday. Thanks so much. My best to you and yours.

Name:	Ava-Marie
City/State:	New York
hi i am 7 years old my name is ava i scored a homerun i love you. i am one of your bigest fan. i like you better then derek jeter. will you e-mail me bye

Name:	Dawn Elise
City/State:	Bronx, NY
Although I'm not a sports fan, I must admit, I miss you just like the other Yankee fans.

Name:	Michael
City/State:	Babylon, NY
dear paul, as a lifetime yankee fan and coach of my son's little league team, i have ALWAYS used you as an example of how the game SHOULD be played !!! good luck in your retirement, you will be missed in more ways than one. PLEASE come back!!!!!

Name:	Matthew
City/State:	Great Neck, NJ
Hi Paul! I was at the Yankees-Chisox game at the Stadium this past Friday night. Between innings at one point during the game, the Jumbotron in Centerfield played highlights of your career with the Bronx Bombers along with what has unofficially become your signature song "I am the Warrior" by Patty Smythe & Scandal. What a thrill it was again seeing your great leaping catches, laser-like throws from rightfield, and of course that textbook perfect swing, stroke & connection, and best of all, watching that smile come across yiour face as you celebrated yet another World Championship. After all that, then you were shown on the Jumbotron live from the Press Box & everyone in attendance gave you yet another well deserved standing ovation! I was moved by your wave of appreciation to all of us, as I could see you sincerely appreciated our showing you once again how much we love you! Thanks for everything, especially the great memories, which seem even more special today!

Name:	Lourdes
City/State:	Bronx, NY
Thanks for being at the stadium this past Friday the 13th. They were showing highlights of you on the screen & the crowd was really into it & then they showed you in the booth & the crowd just went crazy!! We miss you.

Name:	Patricia
City/State:	Cliffside Park, NJ
HI PAUL. THIS PAST SATURDAY, I HAD THE PLEASURE TO MEET YOU AND THE SINGULAR STORE GRAND OPENNING IN PARAMUS. MY DAD AND I WAITED ON LINE FOR 2 HOURS, AND WE AGREED THAT IT WAS WORTH THE WAIT. YOU WERE SO WARM AND FRIENDLY, SIGNING AUTOGRAPHS AND POSING FOR PICTURES. SOMETIMES MEETING A CELEBRITY OR ATHLETE CAN BE A DISAPPOINTMENT, BUT MEETING YOU WAS SOMETHING 2 YANKEES FANS WILL NEVER FORGET AND WILL CHERISH FOREVER. THANKS AGAIN FOR A GREAT DAY HAD BY EVERYONE AND HOPE TO SEE YOU ON YES DURING THE PLAYOFFS. BEST OF HEALTH AND HAPPINESS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

Name:	Joe
City/State:	Hoboken, NJ
On Saturday 14,2002 my eight year old son and I came to see you at the Cingular Wireless store in Paramus,NJ. I didn't think we were going to make it because my son had a soccer game at 12 noon. Well as soon as the game ended I decided to give it a try even thought it was 1:20. We made it there at a quater to two. We were one of the last people on line. I didn't think we were going to make it in,especially since the workers were discouraging us and practically telling us to leave. But my son was determined to stay. Finally they said you would finish out the line even thoughit was 2:30 and you had to be at the YES Network. I just wanted to say thank you.You made our day. You have always been one of my all-time favorites. Even when you were with the Reds. You are a class act and have great intensity on the field. Every ball player should have your attitude toward the game and the fans.

Name:	Dave
City/State:	Middletown, CT
My wife & I attended a Celebrity Golf event sponored by the Mohegan Sun Casino in CT. We were dissapointed to find out that Paul had to cancel. We found out that Paul would be at a Cingular store in NJ on Sept 14th. We drove down from CT and stood in line for 2 Hours. We were told Paul had to leave by 2:00 to make the Yankee's post game show. We finally made it to the front door and exactly 2:00. We found out that Paul had agreed to stay to 2:15 because of the large number of people still awaiting. I cannot began to tell you what a thrill it was to meet Paul. He not only signed a fan club T-shirt for my wife & a very special Yankee Bear for me (I gave this bear to my wife and it sits in the back of our car. It's my wife's "Paulie Bear") he took the time to talk a little to both of us and gave me a opportunity to take his picture with my wife. Upon leaving the store I noticed a car right in front of the store. The man behing the wheel looked like Paul. I made a comment and rolled down the window and we got the pleasure of not only talking with him (by the way it was Paul's brother) but meeting Paul's wife. They were extremly friendly. We always knew Paul was a class act on the field, but after meeting him in person we were both overcome with how sincere and friendly he was.

Name:	Patricia
City/State:	Warren, NJ
Paul is a wonderful guy! I just met him today at an autograph signing. He stayed for almost an extra hour. He has a beautiful smile, that you don't see when he's on the field(or was on the field.) I miss him as a Yankee, but I'm very glad he has become a broadcaster!

Name:	Rob
City/State:	Bronx, NY
When I was just 6 years old my dad took me to my first baseball game, we sat in the Right Field Bleachers. My first memory of Yankee Stadium was watching you run out to Right Field, being just 7 years old I asked my dad who you were. "That's Paul O'neill." he said to me. "Is he any good?" I asked. "Yes, he's one of the best." He said to me. From that moment on you have been my favorite player, my hero. All through Little Leagues I tried my best to emulate everything you did, from your batting stance, to the way you ran the bases after a homer, to your temper tantrums! I wanted to be just like you. Paulie, thank you for being my hero! In my eyes you will always be my favorite Yankee. I can't wait until "Paul O'neill Day" at Yankee Stadium!

Name:	Paul
City/State:	Glen Lyon, PA
I am a huge redsox fan and despise the yankees but I do have to say tha Paul O'neill was one of the reasons I watched some yankee games. I want to let you know if you ever come out of retirement we'll be happy to take you :) good luck with everything, you deserve it!

Name:	Martin
City/State:	New York, NY
You're the man, Paully. It's not the same experience at The Stadium without #21 in right field spitting into his glove and practicing his swing. I was at Game 5 of the 2001 WS, and the "Paul O'Neill" chant in the top of the ninth was better than the Brosius home run.

Name:	Donna
City/State:	Rochester, NY
Just a note to let you know I've been a fan of yours ever sense you put on the yankee uniform.The plays you made in left field were awesome. I miss this year but I guest its time when you have to step down. I enjoy your after games talk. I bet some day your number will be retired a long with all the rest the the great yankees. You deserve it. Good luck in the future.

Name:	Cristin
City/State:	Vermontville, NY
It's strange not seeing you play for the yankees anymore...your my favirote player and i miss watching you play..you are a true warrior, you'll always be missed!

Name:	Keith
City/State:	Fredericksburg, VA
Paul, come back! There is a hole in the outfield that I feel hasn't been filled yet. I miss seeing ya out there in right field. Unfortunately I never got to see you play in person. You are still the best.

i rushed back to westchester from work to see as much of an afternoon game vs. seattle during last year's playoffs. i walked into the bar across the street from my school to have a burger and watch as much of the game as i could before my mid-term. i ran into my ex-girlfreind and asked her if i could sit down, since she had a great table with a direct view of the t.v. she said no since we had just broken up recently after a few years of dating. paul was just stepping up to the plate, so i offered a proposition. if he hits a blast, slide over and let me order some dinner and watch a few innings. she looked right at me and said "sure, it will never happen, he's an o'neill". and sure enough, paulie hits a bomb. as he rounded the bases in typical fashion (expressionless like a true professional doing something that's old hat),i quietly sat down in the same manner. i ordered a burger, didn't gloat, didn't need to say a word, it was terrific. so paulie, thanks for the great seat and the satisfaction that wednesday afternoon.

Name:	Brittany
City/State:	New York
Hey Paul, The 02 season is almost through, and it's still weird not seeing you run out to right every game. Watching you over the years, has been amzing you are what baseball is about. Watching you play, hearing you in interviews or even just reading about ya, puts a smile on my face. You truly are our Warrior, and will forever in my heart be a Yankee. Thanx for the memories. You're truly missed :)

Name:	Irene
City/State:	Bronx, NY
Right field doesn't seem the same without you. We miss you terribly. At least, we get to see airwaves, which makes the your absence easier to deal with. I had the privilege of seeing you CenterStage taping. You are truly a gentleman and wish you and your family, good health and happiness always.

Name:	Judy
City/State:	Yorktown
A few years ago we were lucky enough to sit in the right field box seats right behind Paulie. We were close to the bleacher creatures who were yelling at us because we were sitting in box seats, "Box seats s--k". With no prompting from anyone, people in our section starting back, "We got beer, we got beer". Well, all of a sudden Paulie turned around and smiled at our section. It was hilarious to see the bleacher creatures stopped in their tracks, but equally as much fun to know that Paul was listening! It was a great game, with a great view!

Name:	Malcolm
City/State:	NYC
I am 21 and going to college in Buffalo, NY and I've been going to see yankee games with my pop since 1985. I've always been a fan of the outfielders, and of course Donnie. The first player I really followed was Roberto Kelly, and when he got traded, I must admit I was disappointed at first, but soon I became a huge fan of you. Ever since the early 1990's you've been my favorite player, the heart and soul of the Yankees and Major League Baseball itself. Thanks for the hustle, determination and your drive to win. This team would not have won the World Series without you no matter how much money George poured into it. Best of luck in the future, and thanks for all the memories.

2002 has been a lonely year for your fans. have you considered coming back for a few more years?

Name:	Rob
City/State:	Connellsville, PA
Paul your intensity and work ethic is what's right with baseball and sports in general. Good Luck with your career being a Analyst for the YES Network.

Name:	Stephanie
City/State:	Iowa
Thanks to Paul, I now am a yankee fanatic. He was my favorite, the only yankee jerseys I own are with his number on it. He was the best. I miss him. I treasure every memory that I have of his. Love to see you in the booth with Jim, talking ball Paul. Thanks for the great years you gave me. Looking forward to seeing more of you in the future.........you are an amazing person, not just in baseball but in everything you do. Good luck with everything you do with the rest of your life.

Name:	Paul
City/State:	Lehighton, PA
Thanks for making baseball so exciting to watch. You are a great sportsman and a fine gentleman. Stay in touch with the game. Good luck and best wishes to you and your family in the rest of your life, whatever you do.

Name:	Maureen
City/State:	Winston-Salem
Dear Paul, COME BACK............PLEASE!

Name:	Karen
City/State:	Virginia
Hey Paul O'Neil You are the bomb....Your one of my favorite ballplayers! C'ya

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Winston-Salem
Paul, I am doing my paper on a biography of my favorite athlete about you. I have a lot of respect for you as a great baseball player. You need to take over for Joe when he stops managing the Yankees. I have played Little League ball and am now up in the Majors since just turning 13. I'm a lefty and an outfielder. Those high pop ups still give me trouble, though. Anyway don't leave baseball completely. At least come back some day to manage the NY Yankees! You'd be a great manager just like you are a terrific player. Thanks for all the fun you gave to me and my family watching you play.

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Syracuse, NY
HEY PAUL WHATS UP? I JUST HAVE TO SAY THAT WAS AN AMASING TRIBUTE U RECIEVED IN GAME 5 OF THE WORLD SERIES. I CANT WAIT TO SEE U IN MONUMENT PARK SOMEDAY. DONT FORGET THE HALL OF FAME. DONT WORRY YOU WILL BE THERE YOU DESERVE IT.

Name:	Michele
City/State:	Xenia, OH
Hi Paul! First off, our family has followed you from the Reds to the Yankees and we really miss seeing you in right field. Secondly, I'd like to say thank you for talking to my son, Matthew, at the Celebrity Tournament in Dayton OH. He wore his Yankees shirt and got quite a ribbing for it, but when you are 9 years old and following your baseball hero you just don't care!! It was a real thrill for him and I just wanted to say thanks!!! Have fun with your kids and little league, it is the BEST!

Name:	Karen
City/State:	Moreton, Wirral, North West England
Hi Paul. I'm sad that you've retired - I am a big Yankees fan and you were my favourite player. We don't get as much baseball over here in England, which is a great shame and although I knew the last World Series game was to be your last, it was still a shock to not see your name on the line-up, and a big shock that Tino, Scott and Chuck had also gone. I was gutted. YOu have a big fan base in the UK, as does baseball in general, despite having to stay up 'til after midnight (sometimes after 1pm) to see the game. My big wish and plan is to one day see the Yankees play at Yankee Stadium but my biggest regret will always be not seeing you play there. Although I remain true to the Yankees, it just doesn't feel the same this year. Good luck with your broadcasting career and whatever you turn your hand to and don't forget us all in the UK, and all over the world! We all miss you. You are a great player and team player and I'm sure the rest of the team miss you very much. x

Name:	J.
City/State:	Stamford, CT
MIss not seeing you play anymore actually I miss not seeing Yankee games due to the fact cablevision is not careing the games. Use your influence to get cablevision to cary the games. I am allso looking for a Paul O'Neill bobblehead doll, was there ever one if so where could I get one to add to my collection? Hope to see you soon on Yes as soon cablevision decides to cary that station.

Name:	Lori
City/State:	Johnstown, RI
I became a Yankee fan in the early 90's when you were traded to the Yankees from the Reds. I have watched you ever since. I can't tell you how bad I feel that you no longer play the game that you played with such intensity and love. You are the reason I watch baseball and love the game today. I hope all is well, and I wish you nothing but the best. Take care and good luck in all you do.

Name:	Jeff
City/State:	Howell, NJ
Thanks for the humanity you showed during the 9/11 crisis.

Name:	Lindi
City/State:	Middletown, NY
Paul, I just wanted to say how much you are missed on the Yankees this year. Right field will never be like it was when you played for the squad in my opinion. I admired your work ethic, dedication, determination and talent. Thanks for giving your all to baseball and good luck in the broadcaster's booth. I will be rooting for you, number 21!

Name:	Laurie
City/State:	Middletown, CT
You are my son's favorite MLB player since he was old enough to watch baseball on TV with me. He was sad when you retired, because he knew he would never get to see you play in person. He does love to see you on the YES Network, though. Thanks for the GREAT baseball for the last 16 years.

Name:	Allison
City/State:	Rutherford, NJ
The first Yankee game I can remember going to was when I was 11 years old. My family had tickets along the right field line and I will never forget watching you play. You instantly became my favorite Yankee. Although I never got to meet you personally you were such an inspiration to me. I was fortunate enough to somehow convince someone who I think was a ground crew member to let me get my picture taken standing in right field of Yankee stadium before one of your games. Every time I look at that picture it brings back so many memories I have because of you. Thank you for all of them. Yankee Stadium is not the same without you.

Name:	Deborah
City/State:	Reedsport, OR
Hi Paulie !! I've been a Yankee fan all my life (I'm 54), and I've seen a few Yankees come and go, but I reeeeellly miss you alot. It's not the same without you. Wish you'd consider coming back. You're much too young to retire !! lol....deb

Name:	Gary
City/State:	New York
Paul O'neill, you are the greatest baseball player ever. I thought you were better than Derek Jeter. I have your picture and your autograph. You were and still are my favorite baseball player! I used to play right field but now I play second base. You are the best. Keep up the good work!

Name:	Anthony
City/State:	Sedro-Woolley, WA
Hi Mr. O'Neill, Ever since you retired the Yankee`s just haven't been the same. I know there doin good with Giambi and everyone else but when you and Tino Martinez left it just seems weird.You are the Best. I hope one day I'll get to meet You, Thanks.

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Alexa

Hey Paul its Alexa. I am 12 years old. You were and still my favorite ball player. The Yankees aren't the same without you. You inspire me. I played softball but next year i'm playing baseball with the boys. I would work hard so I can be as good as you. I have so many shirts with your name on it. A lot of people tell me you're retired and that i shouldn't wear your shirts but I say." Paul was a baseball player with heart, he's retired but still in the game." At least i still get to see you on the YES channel, You're doing a great job keep up the good work!

Name:	Sean
City/State:	Hoboken, NJ
Here's to the best yankee to grace the field since the days of Don Mattingly and Ron Guidry. Thanks for the great run in the 90's Paul. I swear you drank gasoline and ate nails before every game.

Name:	Sharon
City/State:	Tipp City, OH
You the man!! After years of being a fan (since I was 15 years old) I finally got to meet you and get my picture taken with you last week at the Celebrity golf tournament in Dayton, Ohio. What a thrill! I was a huge fan of yours when you were with the Cincinnati Reds and although I still remain a Reds fan, I followed your career to New York and cheered on the Yanks also. You are a great role model for young kids everywhere. Enjoy retirement and golfing!

Name:	Beth
My earliest memory of you is watching you play behind the Rike Center at Otterbein College what seems like 20 years ago (It has been about that long ago!!) Have you checked out the part you play in the John Irving's book "The Fourth Hand"?

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Providence, RI
Thanks for all the great memories Paul. You played the game with an intensity that few show on the field. All Yankee fans admire your fire and drive.

Name:	Kathy
City/State:	Cincinnati, OH
I think you are the best and brightest New York ever saw! Good luck and God bless you in your retirement. You are the best!

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Bronx, NY
Being related to Mark Twain is all well and good, but from what I've heard, he NEVER hit the cut off man. Although he was known to knock over a water cooler if he accidentally dangled a participle.

Name:	Jennifer
City/State:	Ripley, OH
Saw you at the Riverbend concert.

Name:	Nancy
City/State:	Lebanon, NJ
I'm a fairly new Yankee fan. I just started watching the team in early 2001 and you retired at the end of that year but I just wanted to tell you how impressed I was with you for just the short time I was able to see you play. Good luck with retirement. God Bless.

Name:	Kevin
City/State:	Pawling, NJ
2001 WORLD SERIES GAME 5!! DOES ANYONE HAVE A COPY???????

Name:	Ashley
City/State:	New York
Hi Paul! Thanks for all the great memories you've left all us Yankee Fans. You are and will be greatly missed. Its different not seeing you playing in right or being up there in that long at bat just waiting for a hit. God Bless!

Name:	Brian
City/State:	Redbank, NJ
Just wanted to say thank-you for being an absolute warrior on the field. You played the game the way it was meant to be played. These players of today should be more like you. They're spoiled and don't know how lucky they are. Good luck on your new endeavors and god bless you and your family

Name:	Brittany
City/State:	Henderson, NV
Hi Paulie, I am your biggest fan. Sorry you retired. When I was in kindergarten, my friend Jordan Haul O'neill said that he was your son. I found out that he was lying when I watched Yankeeography. Now that I don't know him anymore. I went to a Yankee game last week. One of the trivia questions was how do you spell O'neill. Of course you were the only one who spelled it right. You are so awesome! My mom is the #1 Jeter fan. one time I bought her a Jeter book (like she has enough) that had mentioned you in it. It said you told Derek he was the best rookie you've met. We have a room absolutly full of Yankee stuff. Can you arrange me an O'neill shirt I can never find them? See ya!

Name:	Alicia
City/State:	New York
I just finished watching your Yankeeography and all I could think when I was done was - man I love Paulie - what a ballplayer! The past few years, you were the heart and sole of the New York Yankees and I, as well as I am sure of several million others, deeply miss your presence in Right field! Thanks for the great memories!

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Connecticut
Hey Paulie. I admire your intensity and mind set towards the game. I saw a Yankeeography on the YES Network, and I noticed how when you did something wrong you really got down on yourself. I am the same way, and I now try to base my athletics around your type of mind set. When you do something right, like hitting a homer, or at the least getting a hit, instead of gettin excited and forgetting about what you did and what adjusments you made to get that hit like most ball players do, you just say to yourself, ok, now thats what I need to do every time. You don't let anything but the best satisfy your cravings for success. I admire you and have the upmost respect. There was not a man on any Yankee team you have been on that I would have over you to hit or play right-field in a clutch at-bat or inning. Just like the boss said, you are a warrior. I miss seein you in right-field, and I bet you miss playin, but don't worry, every Yankee fan respects you for what you've done. You had a great career. I thank you for being a role-model for me, and now I know I will better myself as an athelete because of you. I have the same craving for success as you do. Thanks Paul.

Name:	Angie
City/State:	Upstate New York
Paulie, As much as I miss seeing you play, I'm glad you're still a part of Yankee baseball on the YES network.

Name:	Alicia
City/State:	New York
I just finished watching your Yankeeography and all I could think when I was done was - man I love Paulie - what a ballplayer! The past few years, you were the heart and sole of the New York Yankees and I, as well as I am sure of several million others, deeply miss your presence in Right field! Thanks for the great memories!

That really sums it up for me on you Paul. Seriously I was a Tiger Fan about 12 years ago being Michigan is my home town. Well It was around 96 or 97 I started to watch the Yankees and My husband pointed you out to me on the TV and From that day on I was in complete AWWWW of what love for the game you have and I have watched you ever since and have enjoyed the countless moments you have given on the field. I had only wished I could have seen you play in person than on TV. My dream is one day to actually see a game in Yankee Stadium and just maybe you will be there if I keep my fingers crossed tightly. Thanks again for the memories.

Name:	Mark
City/State:	Belford, NJ
Paulie, Pleeeeeeeeeease come back to the yankees. I miss seeing you out in rightfield thinking about your last AB, swinging while you are out there. I also miss your fire and will to be the best. I used to love when you hit a home run just after you connected with the ball you looked into the ground. You were my favorite player for my whole life. I just can't like anyone else. well, I hope u come back. Keep working on your swing and i hope your kids make it to the pro's. Good luck. P.S I hope they have a Paul o'Neill day at yankee stadium

Name:	Ashley
City/State:	Bellevue, MI
Hey Paulie! Watching Yankee games on TV just aren't the same without you in right field. As a huge Yankees fan, I'll say for all of us... We really miss you and love you, Paul! On some Yahoo clubs I've joined people keep saying that you might come back and that really gets my hopes up but you'd think that if it was true I'd hear it from more then one source! I wish it was true, we really need you! I hope your joinging retirement and all that extra time you have now to spend with your family. I really miss you being #21 on the New York Yankees but I hope you're having a great time at home with your family. I'll miss you forever and wish you all the best! Thanks for the memories, Paul! I love ya!

Name:	Jamal
City/State:	Brooklyn, NY
Paulie-o, what a warrior man...you were da greatest man.That intensity, if you had bases loaded, and got a bases clearing triple, you'd be kicking yourself, we loved that man. You epitomized the words warrior and intense. I'm getting chiils right know thinking of how they serenated you in game 5. That was the highlight of the series. I really felt bad, the way things ended, but paul...you are truly, truly missed missed...21 FOREVER!!!!!!! Nobody better wear that number in da bronx!!!

Name:	Sarah
City/State:	Brooklyn, NY
I attended a Yankee game this past week (vs. Toronto - Jeff Weaver pitched in his first Yankee game), and all of a sudden it hit me, as it has so many times throughout the season: I wouldn't get to see Paulie in right field - I've somehow grown accustomed to not seeing you there lately, but at times I just can't believe you're not standing there. Every time I passed by someone wearing a #21 jersey, I'd get choked up, wishing that you were playing, wishing that I could see you that day. Anyway, just wanted you to know that we're still thinking of you, and that we still miss you.

Name:	Jennifer
City/State:	Newport News, VA
Hi Paul!!! I just want to tell you how much I miss seeing you in right field:( you will always be my favorite Yankee. You are the best!! When I lived in NY and waitresses at California Pizza Kitchen, I was the one that always waited on you and your family. Besides being a GREAT player, you are a GREAT guy with a very sweet family YANKEE21 FOREVER!!!

Name:	Chris
City/State:	Niskayuna, NY
I had read you were going to write a book about the loss of your father. My own father, an avid Yankee fan, died a couple weeks ago, so I thought your book would make a good read. Is it still in the works? We miss you in RF! Good luck in the future!

Name:	Patrick
City/State:	Cranston, RI
Hope everything is going well and that you are enjoying your retirement and spending time with your family. I do miss you playing for the Yankees since you were one of the best. Take care and God bless. Have a great Summer.

Name:	Becky
City/State:	New Rochelle, NY
You were an amazing player! One of my favorites! I was very sad when you retired! I miss seeing you play! There truly is no one like you in the history of major league baseball! I will forever miss you and admire you! A Yankee Fan forever!

Name:	Ryan
City/State:	South Plainfield, NJ
Paulie O, I never thought that anyone would ever be able to replace Mattingly in my mind as the heart and soul of the Yankees, but you my friend did it. From the moment you came to NY, you became the type that New Yorkers love. You and Boggs came to NY at the same time, but only 21 will be sitting next to 23 in left-center. And it will be you because the people love you too much.

Name:	Jorge
City/State:	Meriden, CT
YOUR THE BEST PAULIE. RETURN TO THE YANKEES THEY NEED YOU.

Name:	Jess
City/State:	Mtsde, NJ
PAULIE!!! You are my absolute favorite athlete of all time. I'm young, but I've been watching you since I was little. You're love for the game makes you a great role model for everyone. I love watching reruns of you knocking over the water jugs in the dugouts. All of my sport jerseys have #21 on the back. It's my lucky number. You are the best, and I look up to you.

Name:	Jake
City/State:	New Jersey
you should still play. if the yankees ask you back please say yes

Name:	Mark
City/State:	Sarasota, FL
Paul ever since you joined the yankees i have been a huge fan of yours. I was very sorry to see you leave since there will never be another like you. Thanks for all the great times.

i was disappointed that i couldnt make it down to the stadium for the 2001 world series but while the many fans were cheering Paul's name with pride my family sitting at home also started to chant. You could tell that all yankee fans had that special love and respect for other yankee fans, it didnt matter if they knew you or not. The best was seeing Paulie standing outside the batters box listening to fans yell his name. With the Who's Baba O'Riley playing in the background Paul wanted to make something happen for his fans. I am glad i was alive for this world series

Name:	Bernadette
City/State:	Marlboro, NJ
All I can really say is that watching you play baseball has had an impact on my life. I was never really a big fan until 96 and now I am addicted. I can honestly admit that I actually cried in the first game of the 2002 season not seeing you in right field. Ever since I became a fan it was all I had ever known to see. Nobody will ever replace Paulie! Enjoy the retirement and don't ever forget how much your fans love you!

Paul O'Neill's time with the Yankees evokes so many memories for me that span the "Wonder Years" of my childhood and young adulthood, but three in particular stand out for me. I remember seeing him for the first time at the Stadium in what was arguably his finest season, 1994. Even at the age of 16, I admired and appreciated his tough as nails mentality on the field, his shyness and soft spoken nature off. My first real image and earliest memory of Paul was that night in '94 when he was standing in right field with that big Brut aftershave banner behind the right field wall reading: "REAL MEN ARE BACK." I remember thinking what a tough competitor Paulie was and so when I think about the 1994 Yankees, I immediately harken back to that image of him standing alone on the green grass in Yankee Stadium with that big banner hoisted above him all summer long; I thought surely the Yankees and Brut made it for Paulie. The second memory of Paul was when I actually met him for the first and only time. It was September of 2000 and my family was in Kansas City for our annual Yankee trip (we live in Omaha). My Dad and I were in Brooks Brothers shopping when Paul walked in and sat down in the shoe dept. As my favorite player, naturally I noticed him right away though at the age of 22. I really didn't want to bother him as I respected him so much, I didn't want him to think I was a pest. However, the temptation proved too great so I slowly walked over to him and shook his hand. He was so nice and engaging, asking me how far Omaha was from Kansas City. As I shook his hand it dawned on me that this was the first Yankee player I had encountered where I hadn't asked for an autograph. It didn't matter- Paulie was so accomodating that day that shaking his hand and having that experience is much more special to me than having him sign something for ten seconds..... Which leads to my most poigant Paul O'Neill moment- Game 5 of the 2001 World Series. As I sat there hoping for a Yankee comeback and knowing full well that this was Paul's last Yankee Stadium game, light tears began streaming from my eyes at what I saw on my television. This man whom I had so admired for nine years was walking off the greatest stage in professional sports to the most inspiring send-off I had ever seen for any athlete- ever. I clapped like everyone else that night- only to go bananas moments later when Scott Brosius delivered deja vu to the Diamondbacks. I taped the game that night like I tape every Yankee game, and in the ensuing months I have come to realize that that moment of appreciation for Paul really symbolizes for me the idea that a) he really was retiring, and b) I wasn't a kid anymore- I had become a young adult just as Paul had become a grizzled veteran on the verge of retirement. Thank you Paulie for being to me what Mickey Mantle was to my Dad's generation. I will look forward to purchasing tickets for Paul O'Neill Day when they retire #21 for good- and only then will I consider "The Wonder Years" chapter of my life closed.

Name:	Joseph
City/State:	Levittown, NY
Hi Paul you did really good in right field for the yankees whoever is playing right field now has very hard shoes to fill.

Name:	Paul O'Neill
City/State:	Co.Westmeath, Ireland
Ive just came accross your web site, Pretty impressive!! As you can see my name is also Paul O'Neill and I was wondering do your roots trace back to Ireland??. You can get back to me Via E-Mail. Cheers Bye.

Name:	Ashley
City/State:	Hollis, NY
I've been a Yankee fan since I was born. I always looked up to you, and today I am proud to say that I am 13 and not to mention a female and I am a able to play almost every position in baseball not softball. Best wishes to you and your family. God Bless!

Name:	Matt
City/State:	Houston, TX
I should have gone to bed long ago, but I've been up for hours reading all these wonderful messages from so many people and places. Your life and work are clearly such an important inspiration to such a vast array of lives, including my own. I lived in Brooklyn from 1994 until Spring 2002 and have been a baseball fan all my life, but I have never seen as fine an example of work well done by any athlete. Becoming a Yankee fan as a child watching Reggie in the '77 World Series broadcast; seeing you blast a two-run game winner (right after I predicted it!) in my first trip to Yankee Stadium; this stuff was nothing compared to watching your simple yet astoundingly effective approach to each game, week in and week out, night after night for those all-too-brief eight years. But time waits for no man, Paul, and I wish for you and your family so many happy years to share, wherever you may find yourself, and however you spend your time. Have fun with the magic of music and don't ever stop helping children, for they shall rarely encounter a person who is so undeniably a winner. Thank you most for your spirit, Paul. For giving it all, all of the time. For picking up the world's greatest city in its darkest days and giving us something to cheer about. For making headlines for all the right reasons. For the countless clutch hits and the long, masterful at-bats, the gun-em-out-at-home throws, the artful baserunning.

Name:	Tom
City/State:	Bayonne, NJ
I am looking for a Paul O'Niell bobblehead. Do you know where I can get one. Thanks.

Name:	Jenn
City/State:	Franklin, NJ
Paully, i miss seeing you in Right Field. Although, i know and you know that you are happy right now, a part of me still misses you. To me, you are one of the greatest ball players i have ever had the privelage to see. when the yanks were in a bind, you always came through with a great hit or spectacular play in the field. I hope you are enjoying your retirement, and i am glad that you are still keeping your Yankee Legacy alive by appearing on YES tv, and broadcasting. Love Ya lots Paully! #21

Name:	Lisa
City/State:	New Orleans
I've been a die hard Yankee fan for as long as I can remember! My grandma, who is also a die hard fan, would tell me during every game "Theirs my boy, Paul O'Neill, one of the greatest players the Yankees have ever had", and she was right. I'm mainly writing this on her behalf 'cause I know how much she respects you as a player. We both miss you Paul! I can go on forever, but four words can easily sum this up PAUL O'NEILL A TRUE YANKEE.

Name:	Kristina
City/State:	San Diego, CA
Hi Paul!! i wish u playin this year cuz the Yankees are playing in San Diego and i'm going to 2 of the games. i will miss you out there in right field...u are the best right- fielder to ever play the game and u have a great attitude! i love you and the Yankees!!

Name:	Lori
City/State:	Rome, NY
Hi Paul miss you in right field but Im glad you announce games once in awhile. I watched your biography it was great!

Name:	Samantha
City/State:	Brick, NJ
I already signed your guestbook but I had to do it again. You see I will never forget the way you trotted out to right field every game I watched. The way you had determination in your eyes when you were watching pitch by pitch to find the right ball to hit so hard it would keep going and going until maybe it found a car window to stop it. I have to honestly say I Love You! Please write to me please!!!!!! Smoooooch love ya

Name:	Camille
City/State:	Farmington, CT
IT IS SO GOOD TO SEE AND HEAR YOU ON THE YES NETWORK. YOUR VERBALIZATIONS AND EXPERT ANALYSIS ARE INTERESTING AND RIGHT ON TARGET. YOU ARE SORELY MISSED IN RIGHT FIELD, BUT I WAS SO THRILLED TO LEARN OF YOUR BECOMING AN ANALYST FOR THE YANKEE NETWORK. YOU ARE A NATURAL BORN LEADER, AND ARE HIGHLY RESPECTED, AND SINCERELY LOVED. I WAS ONE OF THOSE DEDICATED FANS IN THE BLEACHERS WATCHING YOU, AND LOVED EVERY MINUTE OF IT!! I HOPE THIS NEW STINT WILL BE A SPRING BOARD INTO CONTINUOUS VENTURES WITH THE YANKEES. PERHAPS EACH NEW VENTURE, A 'LONGER' ONE. LIKE, FOR EXAMPLE, I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOU BECOME AN ANNOUNCER FOR THE GAMES. OR, AFTER THAT STINT IS UP, PERHAPS THE NEXT MANAGER. GOD KNOWS YOU WOULD BE WELCOMED WITH OPEN ARMS IN ANY CAPACITY THAT YOU CHOOSE. WE LOVE YOU PAUL AND CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF YOU. YOU ARE THE MOST PROLIFIC ATHLETE IN MY MIND AND HEART. DON'T BE A STRANGER TO YOUR LOYAL FOLLOWERS...

Name:	Angie
City/State:	Fort Edward, NY
As a die-hard Yankee fan, you are, by far, my favorite player of all times. You were a credit to the New York Yankees and you do an excellent job in your new sportcasting career. Best wishes, always, and God bless you.

Name:	Paul
City/State:	Manhasset, NY
thanx for those 9 wonderful years with the yankees, good hitten good fielding what a way to go out with a bang good luck

Name:	Michael
City/State:	Belfast, Ireland
They should have lifted the turf in right field as it will never ever be the same again. Even now when i watch the yanks i still expect to see you step into the batters box and my heart drops when i remember yu are gone. You may have left the field but you will forever be in our hearts.Thanks for the memories and all the best for the future.

Name:	Sylvan
City/State:	Bronx, NY
HI paul.I really miss you.i hope you having fun on the yes broadcast.we really miss you.it all started in 2000.in 2000 i became a yankee fan.the most best player that i saw was a strong rf of whom swings like a demon.that was you paulie.i really miss you.

Name:	Tony
City/State:	Levittown, NY
The Yankees are doing really well so far this season (2002). The one thing they are missing is a solid outfielder with a good bat. We are in the Post-O'Neill years. Baseball will never be the same for me.

Name:	Todd
City/State:	Milford, CT
i miss you out there to bad you cant come back i think i speak for all of us fans

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Staten Island, NY
paul, thank u for answering the question i submitted...its great to know that all your fans can expect to hear more from u in the broadcast booth in the future. i think you're doing a great job and its wonderful to see your continued involvement with yankee baseball.

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Waterbury, CT
Paulie you are sorely missed in right field. I love your intensity, your will to win, and your ability to succeed. You made watching games and visiting Yankee Stadium extremely exciting. You are such a class act and a great person. I wish you nothing but the best in your life. #21 will always live in my heart. Thank you Paul for the wonderful memories.

Name:	Adam
City/State:	New York, NY
PAUL ONIELL!!! I LOVE U MAN!!!!! You're the best. Thank you for everything. thank you very very much. You taught me alot. CAN I HAVE YOUR AUTOGRAPH!! Thanks for all the memories!! and also i play High School ball and my number is...can you guess?....#21 of course!!!! I wish i can still watch you play!!!! I LOVE U MAN!!!!! YOU ALWAYS #1 IN MY BOOK!!!!

Name:	Kenny
City/State:	Woodside, NY
Paul you have been my favorite player for many of years. i am on a baseball team and i am wearing your number. i was kind of dissapointed that you had to leave but the years that you were here you have taught me a lot of stuff and i have way more experiences then i use to. you were a great baseball player toeverybody especially me! i love to see you go on base or hit a home run. every time you hit a homer i would get so excited. well thanks for the great year on the yankees.

Name:	Paul
City/State:	Canfield, OH
I am only 14, but you have inspired me greatly. I enjoyed watching you everyday in right field dreaming to be like you someday. You have inspired me as a player and as a role model for others. Any person who has the work ethic you have is going to have success. I am thankful for all of the memories you have given me. I remember your face while standing along the railing of the dugout after Game 7 of the 2001 World Series. I was so upset because I wanted the Yankees to win the series, but I also wanted you to end your career with a world series victory. You are a "Warrior" and a role model to me and everyone around you. It is also great to see your face on the YES Network. Thank you and God Bless You.

Name:	Virgie
City/State:	Dayton, OH
Hi Paul my name is Virgie and you used to be my favorite ball player when you where with the Reds and then I tried to follow you when you went to New York. I got a chance to meet you one and and you were really great to me and that mean alot to me. Take care and God Bless Virgie

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