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Name:	Steven
City/State:	Alexandria, VA
Ever since I was four years old, I have been a huge Yankees fan. I remember watching the Yankees lose to the Mariners in 1995, which was the first time II had ever stayed up to watch a Yankees game. I went to my first game in the 1994 season, and it was great. I have been going to Yankees games 2-3 times a season, and this is the first season I haven't seen you out there, trying your best to win the game. I went to the 1996 ALCS Game 4, and I remember that you played a great game and hit a home-run. I also went to Game 2 of the 1996 World Series, and even though you got shutout by Greg Maddux, you were out there fighting for the game, never giving up hope. My older brother (now 15) started to tell me about you in 1997, and ever since then, I have been a huge fan of you. I still remember when you tried to catch Sandy Alomar's home-run, and seeing how disappointed you were when you could'nt reach because it was hit to far back. I remember the amazing catch you made in the 1998 World Series, to robthe Padres of a home-run. I remember how you broke your rib, and Joe Torre let you become manager for a day. I remember how you set the stage for Tino Martinez's game tying homer in Game 5. I cried when I heard the fans cheering your name in unison in Game 5. I hope you will comeback someday to be a part of the Yankees again, as a coach, a broadcaster, or even the owner. Thank you Paulie, for all you have done, and for being a great role model for me. I miss you Paulie, please come back.

Name:	Mark
City/State:	New Brunswick, NJ
This team just doesnt have the same feel without Paul grazing the rightfield grass. I have been to a few games this year and it just doesnt have the same feeling. I know at some point everyone must "call it quits" but I find myself wishing that we had won Game 7 so I and the other 55,000 faithful could see #21 in Rightfield for a just a little longer.

Name:	John
City/State:	Acworth, GA
Mr. O'Neill i am the biggest fan of yours i never got to see you when you when you where on the reds because i was to young. I wish that you wouldn't of retired because i knew that you were the best. Just cause griffey hits homeruns and jeter and chipper are good short stops. They all play for the money. You, you are hardcore you play for the game the love and heart of the game. I have always wanted to see you play but being in GA it is kind of hard. You were and still are and always will be great. The babe he was awsome then you came around and then you were my idol. I love baseball. I wish that people could play it for fun. Like you do. I think you are stupendous. I have almost all of your baseball cards. I need 4 more reds cards and 3 more yankee cards. I am ordering your jersey from the all-star game and a yankee hat with your number on it i am to belive that i am your biggest fan. You are my hero next to my dad in kuwait.

Name:	Betty
City/State:	Maywood, NJ
You have been my all time best Yankee player. Watching the games this year are not the same, not seeing you in right field and at bat. Is there any way I can get the navy blue Paul O'neill tee shirt that I ruined that was my son's. I have been trying to replace it but, can't come with a source to buy it. Can you help me on this info. love and miss seeing you on the field.

Name:	Maureen
City/State:	Bayonne, NJ
Just wanted to say I think you were a wonderful Yankee, with so much drive and determination. If the Yankees were up 10-0, or if they were down 13-1, you still had that same motivation when you were up batting or in right field. I loved seeing you play, and I am sooooo glad that you are a broadscaster for the YES Network now! The only problem is, in Bayonne we have Cablevision...as you probably know, Cablevision and YES are in a deadlock, which means I can't see you...I am getting DirecTV on Saturday 6/8/02, and you are one of the primary reasons! I hope you become a coach or manager for the Yankees someday. Say hello to your wife and kids for me. Your kids have a gifted father, and I hope one of them knows baseball, so there will be another "O'Neill" in the Yankees someday! I miss you playing Paul. It isn't the same without you.

Name:	Ryan
City/State:	Cincinnati, OH
I'm a fan. You're awesome both on and off the field. I hope to get a chance to meet you.

Name:	Anne
City/State:	Red Bank, NJ
I HAVE ALWAYS BEEN A YANKEE FAN AND SO WHEN YOU JOINED THE TEAM I SINGLED YOU OUT AS MY FAVORITE. MY HUSBAND AND I HAD A THING GOING ABOUT YOU-HE WOULD COMMENT WHEN YOU STRUCK OUT ETC. JUST TO GET A RISE OUT OF ME. HE WAS TALL AND LANKY LIKE YOU AND LIVED TO PLAY BASEBALL. HE WOULD PLAY WHEREVER THERE WAS A GAME UNTIL HE WAS WELL INTO HIS 50'S. HE GREW UP WITH GEORGE "SNUFFY" STIRNWEISS AND IT BROKE HIS HEART WHEN HIS FRIEND MADE THE YANKEE TEAM. I JUST SAW YOU ON YES BEING INTERVIEWED AND ENJOYED IT VERY MUCH. MUCH AS I MISS YOU PLAYING, YOUR DECISION TO QUIT AND SPEND TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY WAS A SOUND ONE. GOOD LUCK IN THE FUTURE AND THANKS FOR THE MANY HOURS I ENJOYED WATCHING YOU PLAY WITH MY FAVORITE TEAM.

Name:	Jorge
City/State:	New York, NY
i was your number one fan since the day you were in the cincinatti reds well i will tell you my batting stance is just like yours i play right field just cause of you my number is the opposit of yours mine is 12 i was the only kid in the school talking about you there was no person who would talk bad about you in front of me i used to have fights for you then every day i look forward to learninng about you even though i know too much about i wish you luck and i will do any thing to meet you.

Name:	Jim
City/State:	Elmira, NY
I can only say that Paul Oneil is a true inspiration. He has helped me realize that no matter how hard it is, sometimes you just have to suck it up and go through it, I also hope he realizes how much all of us Yankee fans appreciated that attitude.

Name:	Karen
City/State:	Queens, NY
Me being a huge yankee fan and living around yankee fans I still think you are one of the players who will be remembered as a great yankee warrior, and I know that you will be missed by a lot of people who usually see you on right field and true yankee fans.

Name:	Dennis
City/State:	Santa Ana, CA
I have been a yankee fan since the late fifties. For what it's worth, you have been one of my favorite yankees. Although there are no words to describe how important you have been to the team and the fans, I think it is safe to say that of all the "modern era" yankees, you are the one who the babe, the mick, whitey, joe d., yogi and the iron horse would have welcomed as their teammate. Now, you are showing another side on YES. Even here, you are a great yankee. For the record Paul, I was very excited about the trade that brought you to New York. Some questioned my enthusiasm. I can't tell you how fulfilling it is to know that I was never more right about anything in my life. Thanks for everything. I have a feeling that in the very near future,, there will be a plaque with #21 in monument park. Where it truly belongs.

Name:	Phil
City/State:	Boston, MA
Miss you bud!! Wish you were still out there. Hope your doing well.

Name:	Nicole
City/State:	Newark, NJ
Hey Paul! I'm 17 years old, and have been a Yankee fan ever since I could grasp the concept of baseball (it wasn't hard with a whole house of baseball fans). I just wanted to let you know, even though I'm not exactly sure that you'll being the one reading this, that you are my biggest inspiration, my idol and my hero. Your determination and the way that you always stuck to the game really inspires me. The way you fought when you knew you were right made you the greatest warrior in my eyes, and never once did I ever see you give up. I would never give up in my life, because I know that you stuck it out on the field and played with your heart and soul. I took your love for the game as a lesson and I apply it to my world today. I never got to meet you out of the many times I got to watch you play, but just being in your presence was always a thrilling experience. Now that I sound like a complete mush, I think I'll stop :) Just wanted to let you know that you really touched my life, even though you didn't know me. And who knows, even though I'm a girl maybe I could become a Yankee one day. (Id like to see that happen! Heehee)

Name:	Kevin
City/State:	Newburgh, NY
Hey, I just wanted to let you know that baseball will never be the same without you. I can remember in '94 I watched to greatest run for AL batting champion i have ever seen. The guy that I work for is a big time Mets fan, but even he has a lucky Paul O'Neill. I cant wait until i can see you in Cooperstown in 5 years because that's as long as it is going to take for you to get there.

Name:	John
City/State:	Newark, NJ
Back in 1978 when I was a small boy around the age of 10, I was a big fan of Nettles, and Guidry. After that era was over, I stopped watching the Yankees...until...1994 when I decided to check out a game, and a player named Paul O'neill was up at bat! I was amazed at his spirit and intensity! Ever since then I have missed only a handful of Yankee games and have been inspired by Paul O'neill's will to win! Thanks for all the great baseball moments, and the inspiration!!

Name:	Lee
City/State:	Watertown, CT
Growing up in a Yankee household, we all had our favorites from season to season, with always one dominant constant. For my early years it was Greg Nettles. Over the past several years however, Paul has taken that top, permanent slot. Paul's relentless pursuit of perfection had grabbed my interest in 1996. I played softball growing up. Most players strive to play an infield position. I was the only one who wanted to play in the outfield, specifically rightfield. Through that experience, and continuing it, I have been completely drawn to Paul. We both play in right, both left-handed, and frankly, both extremely beautiful people (!).I value Paul as a player and as an individual. There has never been another player, in baseball or another, that I have felt to have such a strong presence for a team through leadership, intensity, and role modeling. Being a Youth Program Director for a YMCA, it is hard to show kids that individual talent only takes you so far. In an era of multi-million dollar contracts, endorsements, and players not owning up to their responsibility to be well-mannered influences on the youth, Paul certainly proved that there are classy guys just out there to play the game and to win for the sake of the TEAM. I wish Paul, and his family, all the good luck and fortunes a person can give. And I look forward to the day, when all Paul's fans can see him in the Yankee pin stripes again.

Name:	Michelle
City/State:	Springfield, OH
I miss seeing you out there...I have followed your career from the beginning...Memories of sitting out there in right field at Riverfront are the best ever. I would like to know if you will be doing any guest appearances in Ohio...Cinci maybe???

Name:	Anthony
City/State:	Staten Island, NY
As i Sat and watch you signing autographs at the freehold Mall in New Jersey. I was Amazed of the impact you have on people as i watched people come off the line they were in tears. there was one woman with her son and the kid was so happy he was shaking, as i listened to his mom on a cell phone tell the other person about what just happen she started to cry in Joyment for her son cause he got to meet Paul it was a really nice site to see, hey Paul GREAT Interview on the Yes Network i really enjoyed it. As for brother robert thanks for all you done nice to meet you guys again.

Name:	Nicholas
City/State:	Brewster, NY
I got to go to a Yankee game on May 16 and I missed watching you in right field. I think you are a great person and baseball player. Thank you for always being positive. I have to do a report for my 4th grade class on someone who I admire and I choose you to do my report on. I was wondering if there are any good books about your life? I need to do this report by the beginning of June. Please write back soon. Still your biggest fan in all of the world.... Nicholas PS. I am turning 10 on May 26 and I am asking for Yankee tickets to go to one of the games. I am also saving my money that I earn for during chores around my house to buy a picture of you.

Name:	Mariella
City/State:	Ridgewood, NY
I just wanted to say that going to the stadium will no longer be the same knowing that there is a hole in right field. You were and will always be my absolute favorite player. I was always a Yankee fan but I didn't get into watching the games until 1996 and I didn't really watch at first because I wanted to see the game. But I watched the games to see you play. You were my favorite player from the start. Not many players can compare to you. I used to love to see you get angry after you struck out and curse up a storm in the dugout. I remember reading an article in the paper about your son throwing the bat in a little league game after he struck out and your wife asked you to talk to him but you couldn't because you knew where he got it from. You were the heart of the Yankees. It was sad to see you go but nothing lasts forever. But I hope that you earn your rightful place in the hall of fame. You will always be loved by New York. I'm sure i'm not the only one that wishes that you can come back as not only an announcer but as a coach. I hope you enjoy your retirement and enjoy spending more time with your family. You will always be #21.

Name:	Colleen
City/State:	Columbus, OH
Paul, Being a native of Columbus, I've followed your career since you went to Brookhaven. It was great to see you have such a long and momentous career, with the Reds and with the Yankees. I was at Cinergy last weekend when the Cards were in town and saw you and your sons there. It was great to see you back at the ballpark. Thank you for a lot of wonderful baseball memories and thanks for your contributions to the game.

Name:	Elizabeth
City/State:	New York, NY
Hey Paul we miss you being in the Yankees team. We miss your hits and all that you did for the Yankees. You will always be the warrior.

Name:	Liz
City/State:	Rahway, NJ
It was greating seeing you in Freehold. I brought my oldest daughter with me and she was so excited when our turn came for your autograph and you shook her hand and posed for a picture with us. She has not stopped talking about it. We really miss seeing you out there in the field. The games are not the same without you.

Is Paul going to be participating in the Old Timer's Day ceremonies at Yankee Stadium on July 6th? I have tickets, and I'm sure hoping he'll be there. I get goosebumps just thinking of the moment when he's announced. I've been a fan of his since the 1990 Reds championship team, and was thrilled when he came to the Yanks. Thurman Munson is my all-time favorite Yankee, but Paul is a very, very close second. Thanks to him for the years of hard work, and thanks especially to his family for being so strong & supportive. God bless!

Name:	Stephanie
City/State:	Davenport, IA
Paul is whom got me started with the love i now have for the greatest team of all time. It is his number 21 jersey that i wear while i watch all games on tv or go to in person. He is one of the best ever, and i am sorry to have seen him retire. He is an awsome, awsome ball player and i miss him terribly.

Name:	Corey
City/State:	Lewisburg
Your my favorite player i loved watching you play your the best in my book i think your very determinedand i hope you coach somedayfor the New York Yankees also i'll keep my jerseyof you forever you'll always be my favorite.

Name:	Tracy
City/State:	Rochester, NY
Paul,Just a little note of thanks for not completely going away from the game.You have turned into a great broadcaster hope you do more games next season.Also thanks for having the e-newsletter great idea for all of us Paulie fans .Best wishes to you and your family.

Name:	Steve
City/State:	Jensen Beach, FL
I NEVER SAW A PLAYER IN ALL MY YEARS WATCHING YANKEE BASEBALL THAT LEFT IT ON THE FEILD DAY AFTER DAY LIKE YOU PAUL.YOU WERE A YANKEE THROUGH AND THROUGH AND NEW YORK WILL NEVER , EVER FORGET YOU PAUL.WHEN I WATCH THE YANKEES THIS YEAR, IT SEEMS SOMETHINGS MISSING AND I THINK THAT SOMETHING IS TOU PAUL.YOUR VETERAN LEADERSHIP AND INTENSE PLAY DAILY IS MISSED BY YOUR TEAM. ANYWAY, I HOPE RETIREMENT IS SUITING YOU AND MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY PAUL, AND I WILL NEVER EVER FORGET WHAT YOU HAVE GIVEN ME AND THOUSANDS OF YANKEE FANS THROUGH OUT THE YEARS.TAKE CARE PAUL!

Name:	Bob
City/State:	Asheville, NC
You are what every Yankee should be. We will miss you #21. Best of luck in the future to you and your family. 1 ? do you miss the bleacher creatures.

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Melbourne, FL
I have to say I miss seeing you on the field. And have enjoyed watching you through the years. To me you are baseball. The heart and soul you gave the game would give me goosebumps. Thanks again for all the wonderful moments of watching.

Name:	Janice
City/State:	Nutley, NJ
Of all the many things missing from the Yankees this year, the two most obvious are spirit and intensity, or, in this fan's own words, Paul O'Neill.

Name:	Caitlin
City/State:	Queens, NY
Hi Paulie!It is honestly so weird not watching you play in right field everyday and watching Derek hit 3rd instead of you!I think you a great announcer and I hope you do it as much as possible, it gives all your fans a chance to see you!I also think your website is great!Thanks for all the great years and memories.Best wishes in all you do!

Name:	Stephen
City/State:	Maspeth, NY
When I first began watching the Yankees, I was about seven. It wasn't very difficult to find a favorite. When I saw your determination, competitive spirit, and self-contempt everytime you believed you had failed, I felt a bond with you, as if we were kindred spirits. Around the same time I began watching baseball, I began playing it as well. I felt just as I imagine you did. If I got out when my team really needed me, I felt let tearing my hair out--I just couldn't resist the urge of slamming the bat down and marching off to sit on the bench, alone, apart from my teammates, disgusted with myself. You truly inspired me. Now when I play baseball, I never give up. I get up to bat, afraid of the pitcher that I just struck out to my last two at-bats. But then I think of you, and how my teammates need me. Then the fear dissipates, and the hit that I had failed to attain the last two at-bats finally comes. My brother would like to thank you for the time that he ran under the fence and passed the security guards outside Yankee stadium with paper and pen in hand to get your auto-graph, and you gave it to him. Email me if you ever have the time. I have so much I want to ask you. I've never told anyone that I've always had a dream to play baseball on the Yankees. But, I chickened out of trying out for my highschool's team (I'm a freshman). Well, thanks again for giving me hero to look up to.

Name:	Harold
City/State:	Tenafly, NJ
You have always been my favorite Yankee, and baseball player. Not all people thought you were that good but I always stook up for you. I was so sad you stopped playing baseball, and I bremember watching you on one of your last world series games. Also I once met you with Don Zimmer I once met you, but you probably don't remember. From Harold your bigest fan P.S. I think they should make number 21 one of the retired numbers.

Name:	Patricia
City/State:	Deer Park, NY
Hi Paul, I just wanted to let you know that I finally got hooked up with Yes Network and was able to see you last night, May 3, for the first time. You are a natural! I was very impressed with the way you handled the questions you were asked and how poised you were. You spoke very clearly, and you exuded true professionalism. It was a real pleasure to see you and I look forward to your broadcast today. Keep up the good work, maybe next year we'll see you in the booth. Best Always, Patricia

Name:	AJ
City/State:	Hoboken, NJ
I miss seeing you play Paul. You're the best.

Name:	Jeff
City/State:	Huntington, NY
The Yanks are never gonna be the same. The dynasty ended when you, Scott, Tino, Luis and Chuck left. Thank you for the Championships Warrior!

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Columbus, OH
I went to my first major league baseball game in 1992. I rooted for my Paulie though my best friends mom booed him. She is still a Reds fan (go figure). When Paul was traded to the Yankees, I was so excited. I began to follow the game a little more than I had before. Most people would say I'm a Paul O'Neill nut. I don't really care. I went to Jacobs Field in full Yankee gear. Head to Toe. Did I get booed? Yes. Did I care? No. Did I yell for Paulie? Yes I did. As loud as I possibly could. Did I run for my life when it was time to leave? Yes. We Yankee fans are smart. I just want to say how much I love Paulie and how much I miss him. I'm glad I still get to see him on the YES network.

Name:	Lorna
City/State:	Plymouth, MA
Paul, I miss you! Just watched the Yankees game on MLB Extra Innings and enjoyed it a lot, but wish you were still there. This past weekend my husband and I drove up to Montreal to see Tino play with the Cardinals. It was really nice to see Tino again, but wish we could see you play again, too. I signed up for the YES network just so I could see you in the post game shows. Take care, Lorna (one of your fans behind enemy lines in Red Sox country)

Name:	Michael
City/State:	Union, NJ
Hello Paul, This is Mike Anzelone, I saw you at Freehold Mall and gave you a letter. It is a thank you letter for all that youve done for me as a Yankee fan. You are a genuine warrior on the baseball field and seem like a true gentleman off the field. I hope you read my letter in your spare time. Im getting the pictures developed from the signing, Im gonna get some blown up. I cannot wait to see them. Not many players play for the game today like you did and you showed rthat you really cared on the field. It makes me want to go farther and not quit. Thank You for all of the wonderful things you did on the field. You're the best!!!!

Name:	Joe
City/State:	Mexico, NY
Thanks for posing for a picture with me at the New York State United Teachers' Convention last weekend at the Hilton. I appreciate it.

Name:	Lori
City/State:	Dover, NJ
I really wanted to come to your autograph signing on 4/27/02 in Freehold, but my babysitter changed her mind at the last minute and everyone else was busy, I needed to take my daughter to her soccer game. I hope you will be doing an autograph signing again in NJ. I have to be one of your biggest fans, I still love the Yankees but watching the game is nothing like it was last year and the years in the past. Good Luck to you with all that you decide to do in the future.

Name:	Dana
City/State:	Lakewood, NJ
My husband and I attended your signing at the Freehold Raceway Mall this past weekend. We waited for 2 hours to meet you and what a thrill it was for us. As great of a player as you were on the field, you totally surpassed my expectations of what a nice man you are off the field. Thank you for making my day by taking a picture with me and for being such a kind person to all of your fans. You'll always be #1 to us and we sorely miss you on the field!

Name:	Kristina
City/State:	Iselin, NJ
It was a pleasure meeting you at a signing in Jersey. You are the nicest professional person that I ever met. You took the time to talk to me and It felt to me that you did not have to be there but you wanted to be there. To know that means alot to a fan like me. It meant everthing to meet you. I have been waiting very long for that day. You are the best and I hope to meet you again someday. Watching baseball is not the same without you.

Name:	Ashley
City/State:	Michigan
Hey, Paulie! This season watching the Yanks already isn't the same without you. I really miss you! You were an awesome baseball player and loved by everyone (Yankee fans or not.)Sorry that the last year you were a Yankee they didn't win the World Series, but I know they can do it this year and they'll win it for you, Paul! You are and will always be one of my favorite baseball players of all time. The Yankees won't be the same without you, but I know that you'll never forget them or all your fans! I love you, Paulie and I always will! Hope you have a good retirement and be safe! Love ya 4ever, *Ash*

Name:	Donna
City/State:	Brooklyn, NY
Great job in the post game! A little disappointed in YES and their pre-game show. Don't need to rehash programs that were on, would love to see you take a mike and go into the locker room. (Pre or Post Game) Now that would be terrific!! We just need to see more Paul O'Neill! PS Still miss you out on the field............

Name:	Bob
City/State:	Claremont, NJ
Paul: I've been a devoted Yankees fan since 1957. Back then, a guy named Mantle was the soul of the team. Then a few years later, there was Munson. In the 80's, Don Mattingly led the way. The Yankees of '96 to the present are the best team I've seen since I was a kid, maybe in some ways even better than those Yankees. And there is no doubt in my mind that you were the heart and soul of those great teams these past few years. I enjoyed watching you play as much as I've ever enjoyed anybody, and the critical importance of your presence on the field was always obvious. On a personal level, I also want you to know that you offered a rare example to my kids of what a professional athlete should and can be. The Yanks won't be the same without you, but the world moves on and so must we. For all you gave to your team and to us, the fans, I thank you. Wherever your life takes you from here, know that there are many, many of us who wish you the very best of everything. I can think of few people who deserve it more. Thanks again, and God bless.

Name:	Dawn
City/State:	East Rockaway, NY
I just drove 3 hours (should have been 1 1/2 but do to some traffic and a few wrong turns it was 3)to go to Freehold NJ for your signing and guess what, You left 5 minutes before I walked through the door. That's just my luck. I was looking forward to this for a month and all I got was a driving tour of New Jersey. Oh well, better luck next time. Hope to hear that you will be around soon.

Name:	Jill
City/State:	Dayton, NJ
It was a pleasure to meet you at the signing at Freehold Raceway Mall on Saturday, April 27. You are a gentleman, through and through, the quintessential professional. Right field in Yankee Stadium will never be the same. We miss you......

Name:	Randy and Alex
City/State:	Austin, TX
Your dignity on and off the field inspired my young son,who plays competitive ball. Thanks for all the great memories but most of all for carrying yourself as God would want you to.

Name:	Samantha
City/State:	Brick, NJ
Ever since I was 5 years old I always thought you were the cutest and best player in the whole wide world. I understand now how much I was obsessed with you. I have a paul O'neill wall and everything. I would love to get an autograph. Miss you. oxoxoxox smooch

Name:	Ray
City/State:	Lawrenceville, IL
Hey Paul, After 24yrs, graduating from Brookhaven (Columbus), I thought your name rang a bell. Did'nt know ya then, but its great to see someone that you've shared the halls with make it to the bigtime and well beyond....good luck with your retirement as I have retired from the Army...Went straight in after leaving Brookhaven (1978)....Enjoy....

Name:	EWP
City/State:	Springfield
listened to your radio interview (on yankee's website yesterday) and you came across just as nice a person as i imagine you to be. continued good luck!

Name:	Lesley
City/State:	Cleveland, OH
Hey Paul, I really miss you this season. The Yanks are just not the same without you. I just wanted to say I enjoyed watching you all throughout your career. I have been one of your biggest fans every since you played with the Reds and Chris Sabo. Thanks for all the good times.

Name:	Jeff
City/State:	Billings, MT
We all enjoyed watching you here in Billings, MT during your first season in minor league baseball. Although sad to see you retire, we're all proud of your illustrious career and wish you the best in retirement! If you get a chance, it would be great if you could travel out here to watch a Billings Mustangs game or two. Cobb Field has a changed a little bit, but not too much since you were here in 1981. You're always welcome here in Billings!

Name:	Aaron
City/State:	Liberty, NY
Hey Paulie, just wanted to let you know that you will be surely missed by many a Yankee fan. I've been a Yankee fan my whole life and it has been a pleasure watching you as the heart and soul of this team for many years. I've been through the bad and good times with this team and the teams i've seen the last 8 years have brought me much joy. Thanks for leaving it all out on the field, and thanks for all the memories. You are a warrior and a legend and don't worry, 21 will be a retired number out there on the walls of the stadium.

Name:	Lauren
City/State:	Cincinnati, OH
Just wanted to wish you a very relaxing retirement. I really wish you were going to play this year but that's okay, you deserve to retire. You have accomplished so much during your many great years in MLB. I am however, partial to your years spent as a Red. We once went to game at then "Riverfront Stadium" and saw you during batting practice. You threw a ball all the way to the red seats and I looked forever until I found that ball! Years later, my Dad got you to sign it at RedsFest! I have to find a new "favorite player" and that will be hard. Before you, I liked Buddy Bell a lot. Now, I cannot even think of someone I could like as much as I liked you. Maybe Craig Biggio? Hey, what do you think about Rijo making his return? How incredible! Lots of luck Paul, to you and your family!

Name:	Trish
City/State:	Newton, NJ
Dear Paulie, I am writing for the 2nd time in about 2 weeks. Last Sunday 4-14-02 my Mom had a stroke. She's doing better now. However I believe that is do in part to you. See what happened was the hospital she is in had no beds available so she was in the ER for 2 days, but she had the YES chanell and she saw you broadcasting the game. My sister and brother and I were in the room with her. When my sister and brother would start to talk my Mom and I would sayh "shush". She turned 79 on 4-17-02 and is in the rehab section of the hospital but to see you(her favorite Yankee along with Don Mattingly)and the rest of the team has lifted her spirits. Thank you always for being a part of our family @ least that is how we feel.

Name:	Nicole
City/State:	New York, NY
Ive given up comepletely on the yankees, because you are no longer there.... I was your biggest fan & still am - You were the reason why I watched the games, why we bought a box 3rd row right field - maybe you heard me screaming a few million times.. Miss you lots!!

Name:	Rob
City/State:	Boston, MA
Paul O'Neill I, for one, will miss watching you when you come to Fenway as we stick it to the red sox and their fans.....you'll be missed...enjoy life...god bless, Pops P.S. - when is paul's book coming out??

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Brooklyn, NY
PAUL THANKS FOR 9 GREAT YEARS WITH THE YANKEES AND AN EXCELLENT CAREER. YOU WERE IN THE WORDS OF GEORGE M. STEINBRENNER 111 A "WARRIOR" AND A CLASS ACT. YOU WILL BE SORELY MISSED. I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ON THE YES NETWORK MAYBE IF THE YANKEES NEED AN OUTFEILDER DOWN THE STRETCH YOU CAN COME OUT OF RETIREMENT AND HELP THE YANKEES WIN ANOTHER WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. GOOD LUCK PAUL AND GO YANKEES.

Name:	Ryan
City/State:	Warwick, NY
Just want to thank you for a great yankee career, I can't wait till they retire # 21. you are very much missed out there in right field

Name:	James
City/State:	Astoria, NY
I was just curious when Paul O'Neill night was going to ge at the stadium. I would really like to know so that I could go.

Name:	Eric
City/State:	Hicksville, NY
Dear Paul, when I was a child in the mid 1970's, I began following the Yankees. My favorite player at that time was a fellow by the name of Graig Nettles. Night after night in the summers of my youth I would sit eagerly in front of a small black and white T.V., anticipating every ball to be hit at Nettles and counting the innings to his next at bat. I cried when he failed and rejoiced when he succeded, only as a boy can when he is watching his hero. In the mornings I would run out of my house with my number 9 jersey and try to create my own heroics on the field or in the school yard. Those were special times in my life. When the Yankees got you from the Reds my cousin called (he's a life long Reds fan) and told me how much I was going to like your fiery play and your shot gun arm (I actually had a pretty good arm myself). At that time I had still loved my Yankees but my passion for the club had wained with time. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Let me tell you why. I really did not belive I could ever feel about baseball the way I had when I was a boy. I figured thats just the way it is as time passes by. But watching you play these past several years made me remember what it was like to be a child again, if only for brief moments. I laughed and cheered when you when you suceeded. I lamented when you failed. And one time I even cried, even though you and team won. But no matter the out come, I was always looking forward to the next game, and your next at bat. Thanks Paul, for your shotgun arm, your rocket line drives, and impeccable glove. You not only became my all time favorite player, but my daughter Melissa's as well. She has great memories. Your friend, Eric Della Bartolmea. P.S.- Thanks for putting your head down when ever you hit a home run. Man, I loved that.

Name:	Debbie
City/State:	Round Lake, NY
It was great seeing you on the pre and post game report. You did a wonderful job. You looked relaxed and very in control. Love the yellow shirt & tie. Good Luck!

Name:	Carol Anne
City/State:	Harrington Park, NJ
Paulie... PLEASE COME BACK!!! It's not the same without you.

Name:	Bry
City/State:	New England
Paul, you kick butt. Thank you for all of your great yankee years. We are all saddened at your retirement. Best of luck off the field.

Name:	Chad
City/State:	Union, NJ
Hey Paul. I'm going to miss you playing this year. You were always my favorite player because of you're determination to be the best and your hard work and dedication. I'm glad you decided to stay with the Yankees as an announcer and good luck with things to come!

Name:	Carlo
City/State:	Garfield, NJ
O'Neill is my favorite Yankee, I'm going to miss him terribly. I am glad that he's an announcer now. They should retire his number!

Name:	Debbie
City/State:	Manalapan, NJ
I miss seeing you on the field. The team isn't the same without you. Miss you!!!

Name:	Trish
City/State:	Newton, NJ
I am writing to thank you for so many wonderfull memories. Not only of great games and baseball but also of times spent with my Mom who will be 79 4-17-02. She has been a fan of yours for all of your Yankee career and is devestated that you are not playing this year. She reads everything she can about you. We watched your Yankeeogrophy which I taped for her last nite and she actually cried. Thanks Paul for all you have been to baseball, the Yankees and my Mom.

Name:	Dawn
City/State:	East Rockaway, NY
I started as a serious baseball fan about five years ago and if it weren't for you I don't think I would have become the fan I am today. I followed the Yankees yes, but you were the player that made me want to tune in day after day, week after week, spring training after spring training. This year hasn't been the same, spring training seemed lonely, my first home game seemed empty, but all in all, I loved every minute! I thank you for your part in teaching me what it really means to be a fan. You are my Babe Ruth and years from now, (God willing), my grandkids will be sporting the Yankee Jersey with #21 on there backs and my stories of all the joy and excitement that I have expirienced. I look forward to watching you on the YES Network, I know that you will be great.

Name:	Scanlon
City/State:	New York, NY
YOU ROCK!!!!!!!!! Right field will never be the same... Can't wait to see you on YES. Keep it real Paulie!!!!!

Name:	Joette
City/State:	Niskayuna, NY
I just watched the Yankeeography about you on YES. It was wonderful and confirms my long held belief that you played a central role in the Yankee Championships. Your play on the field and your burning desire to be the best that you could be carried over to the entire team. You were a leader and a winner! Now I'm looking forward to the broadcasts that you will be involved in. I'm sure they will be interesting and insightful. Good luck!

Name:	Brandon
City/State:	Syracuse, NY
paul i miss u when ever i look into right feild and dont see you there its like theres some thing missing u are the babe ruth of this generation to me. i'll always be a number 1 fan for paul o'neill

Name:	Virginia
City/State:	East Syracuse, NY
Dear Paul- I am an 83yr old died in the wool Yankee Fan, I must tell you that you have represented the game of baseball as it was intended to be played, with intensity,determiation and an outward love for the game. I was fortunate to see you play at Yankee Stadium, you made me proud of my devotion to the Yankees all these past years. I will still be a Yankee rooter, but it won't be the same without you in rightfield. Thanks for being you, a devoted Yankee & O'Neill fan. Virginia

Name:	Diana
City/State:	Wyckoff, NJ
Paul- I just wanted to let you know how much I respect you as a player and a person. You have been my favorite player ever since you joined the yankees and I will never forget these memorable years as a yankee. You are going to be greatly missed this season, I will miss seeing you in right field. Though i am only 19 years old, i can remember many days in the summer when i would go to yankee stadium with my dad, and cheering the team on, especially you. It will be something can i take with me for the rest of my life. Your hard work and dedication to the sport gives me something to strive for in my everyday life. Thanks for all the memories! we love you and will miss you!

Name:	Josette
City/State:	Hoboken, NJ
I will always be a yankee fan... But you'll always be my favorite.

Name:	Yoni
City/State:	New York
Hey guys. Hows life. I jsut want to say that last night on YES Paul's Yankiography was on. IT was done so well, and it was so emotional. I think you guys should make a video and sell it on the website. I'd by it in a second. Thanks keep up the good work!

Name:	Tracie
City/State:	Auburn, NY
Paul, Thanks for many wonderful memories! See you soon on YES! Take care and be safe.

Name:	Brian
City/State:	Edison, NJ
Thanks for all the great years of baseball. I just took my 3 year old son to his first Yankees game the other day. Eventhough you're not playing anymore your fans are still very much alive. My son and I were among many that were still wearing their O'Neill jersey's. Look foward to seeing you on the YES network.

Name:	Thomas
City/State:	Liverpool, NY
Thanks for all the memories Paul, you were a true Yankee, when I think of you, I will relate my thoughts to class, desire, leadership. I will never forget what you did for the Yankees and me personnally, because you always gave 100%, good luck with the rest of your life, I know you will be successful.

Name:	Carlos
City/State:	Elizabeth, NJ
paul you are number one and you will be missed , i know the other player are glad you are not in the outfield , becauce now they could try to come home, with out being put out with that great arm of yours paul you will always be a yankee take care you and your family 21 21 21 21 21 21!

Name:	Dave
City/State:	Patterson, NJ
I have lived in New York for my whole 35 years in life. One thing I know I love baseball and love the Yankees. I can say I have been to about 5 - 10 home games a year, which is hard in my business to get away from work managing a car dealership. I want to say I will miss you. I do not feel anyone they put in your position can take your place. I do not know anyone with the determination, love and dedication to be the best at what you do as you have shown every day in a Yankee uniform. I only wish that my > employees displayed the same pursuit to perfection as your love for baseball and to be the best. You will be truly missed and I hope that one day I have the pleasure to meet you and to tell you in person. I purchased a bat from your websight last year and it will never leave my wall. I proudly display it as I have a piece of Paul O'Neill history on my wall. Thank you for the memories.

Name:	Fred
City/State:	Montgomery, NY
THANK YOU! ! ! ! Just watch the Yankeeography! I love you and miss you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you!!!!!

Name:	Tina
City/State:	Las Cruces, NM
I really enjoyed watching you play. You will be greatly missed. Hope you are enjoying your retirement. Hope to see you around baseball again soon-> maybe coaching!

Name:	Danielle
City/State:	Hillsborough, NJ
Paul, I wanted you to know that after hearing that the Yankees got tanked in their home opener this year, my first thought, as it has been since you came to the Yankees, was "I wonder how O'Neill did." Then I remembered that you're not there anymore. It's going to take some getting used to, and I'll miss watching you very much.

Name:	Jenny
City/State:	Long Island, NY
you will always be remembered as the true yankee you will always be.

Name:	Liz
City/State:	Troy, NY
Where does one start? My husband and I will greatly miss you in right field, no one will replace you, at least in my mind. I really hope that this was the choice that you wanted. The Yankees are not the same without you, Brosius, Knoblauch and my favorite (besides you) TINO. I was only able to go to two of the Yankee games last year and it was a memorable one. I hope to be able see you at some of the Yankee games this year, I am sure that besides myself the rest of the fans will enjoy this very much. Much love to you and your family.

Name:	Karla
City/State:	New York
Relax and enjoy the ride!!... We'll miss you tremendously!!

Name:	Alyssa
City/State:	New Jersey
I'm twelve years old, and I've been a Yankee fan all my life. I'm one of the only girls in a huge family of boys, but oddly, I'm the biggest sports fan of all of us - at least I like to think so. Baseball has run in the family though, a love for the game has been in our blood - it's a part of who I am. However, I was diagnosed with a genetic disorder called marfan syndrome - which I had never previously heard of. To attempt to make a very long story shorter, I'm not allowed to play sports because I need to keep my heart rate down. I was crushed, it was the week of girls' softball tryouts and everyone assumed I'd make a great addition to the team. For a while, just the word "baseball" made me angry because I started to get angry at others who had the option to play sports while I didn't. Over time, though I not only realized how lucky I am to have what I have, I also fell in love with baseball all over again - and I owe that to you. Watching you play gave me someone to root for, and being as big a fan as I am gave me the opportunity to still take part in the game in my own way. So, in other words, thank you Mr. O'Neill, you might have retired from playing baseball, but you've given all of us a love for the game - good luck in all you do, and I'll keep you in my thoughts during this upcoming baseball season. Your biggest fan, Alyssa

Name:	Mike
City/State:	Columbus, OH
paul i played football with kevin. it was great following your baseball career. played for chick also in little league.

Name:	Carlos
City/State:	New York
The Yankees are not going to be the same without you. Its going to be awkward not seeing you in right field. You've made many accomplishments on the Yanks while you were there. As one of your fans, I'd like to see your number retired...it would be wrong for another baseball player to recieve "21". I hope you stay active in baseball in as many ways as possible - not only as a commentator but much more. See if you can help out with the Yanks...experience is something no one can deny from you.

Name:	Kevin
City/State:	Walden, NY
It was remarkable to witness the genuine concern and passion that you "lived out" in every baseball game. Thanks for being a great role model in that way for my kids and I'm sure many others. You ARE truly one of the great Yankee players of all time. Best of luck in all your new endeavors with the Yanks! God bless!

Name:	Daniel
City/State:	Whitestone, NY
Thank you for everything you've done for baseball. From setting records and signing autographs, you've been a great person. I'll miss you this season and when an umpire makes a bad call, I'll think of you.

Name:	Crystal
City/State:	Wolcott, CT
Hi!!I'm a huge fan and I think you are an awesome player. It's gonna be so weird watching the Yankees without you on the team. I just started getting into the Yankees and buying all your baseball cards and other Yankee memorabilia last year and now you're leaving. You're my favorite player and I wish you good luck.

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Columbus, OH
I never liked baseball. Didn't understand it. Had no desire to. Then the Reds went to the World Series and I became a Paul O'Neill fan. In my senior year the Reds traded my dear Paulie to the Yankees and my life changed forever. I watched every game I could (they don't show the Yankees alot, this is Indians country). In 1998 I met Paulie and in 1999 I went to my first game in Yankee stadium. WOW! In 2000 I got booed at Jacobs Field because I rooted for My Paulie and My Yankees. Of course we won. It was all worth it. So to you, Paul I say thank you for introducing me to the most amazing game on earth and for allowing me to expierence the game through you. Best of luck with your retirement you deserve the time off. GO YANKEES!

Name:	Wendell
City/State:	Bronx, NY
PAUl I WAS THERE WORKING ON THE RIGHT FIELD SIDE LAST LAST GAME. TEARS CAME TO MY EYES. THE WAY YOU WAVED YOUR HAT.. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU . GOD BLESS YOU...

Name:	Tony
City/State:	Levittown, NY
Paul, You will forever be mentioned with the great Yankees of the past, present and future. Right field will cast a shadow for a long time to come. Your intensity mirrors Pete Rose's and Ty Cobb's. You have great respect for the game and it showed everytime you hit a homer and put your head down. I'll remember you for the clutch hitting and your relentless drive for winning. That slide into second base in '97, pure Paulie! My two favorite Yanks in my lifetime are Don Mattingly and you. Thanks for the memories.

Name:	Caitlin
City/State:	Kendall Park, NJ
Hey Paulie. I just watched the season opener yesterday. It was really weird. They showed the staring roster and it finally hit me. No Tino, scooping up all the balls in the dirt over at first. No Brosius making the bare-handed plays over at third. No Knobbie in left. And of course, no O Neill. No more home-runs at the perfect times. No More great plays in the feild. I'm sure Spencer will do a good job, but it's just not the same without you Paulie.

Name:	Kelly
City/State:	Tennessee
Would you like to host Saturday Night Live now that you are retired? I would like to see you be the host. Opening Day wasn't the same without you. I love this website, and as a fan, I really appreciate your loyalty to your fans. Take care and God bless.

Name:	Rosanne
City/State:	Bronx, NY
Paul O'Neill, I was very pleased and excited to hear that you will still be with the Yankees and us (the fans) via the "Broadcasting Booth." I'm sure you will be entering this new "door" with mixed feelings. However, I know that you'll do a great job and be invaluable to us Yankee Fans! Congratulations! It's not easy when one of our favorite players retires. Change is inevitable but not always easily accepted! I look forward to seeing and hearing your "take on the game." Thanks again for your wonderful messages "on and off the field" - Teamwork, Professionalism, Persistence, Tenacity, Loyalty, and "Love of the Game."

Name:	Risa
City/State:	Metuchen, NJ
Mr. O'Neill- I just wanted to let you know that this season is going to be extremely hard to watch with you not out in right field. You are and always will be my favorite player. I have worn your jersey to every game I have gone to the past few years, and although it is a little worn out, I'm not ready to retire it. You were a big part of the Yankees and will surely be missed. I have just returned from spring training and to hear them announce someone else playing right field was hard. You are an amazing baseball player, both on and off the field. Thank you!!

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