New York Times
Giambi Fights with Torre!
5/1/06
Ted Wiliford
Staff Writer
After a recent lost to the Toronto Blue Jays, Yankees skipper called 1B/DH Jason Giambi into his office to discuss his play. Giambi was said to have struck the skipper after an intense conversation. When Giambi struck Torre in the side of the face, reserves Andy Phillips and Miguel Cairo happened to be outside waiting to see Torre. They darted in and held Giambi back. One unnamed Yankee player referred to Giambi's attack as being a result of "roid rage." Yankees GM was quoted as saying " We stand by Joe. He is our manager and will be our manager for a while."," Jason was clearly out of line in this situation and it will not be tolerated." Jenkins had no further comments on what would happen to Giambi. One scout jokingly said " I think they should trade him, but I don't believe anyone would take him." Some say he will be given his release, while a few close to the team have hear of interest from the Royals, Pirates and Padres. Joe Torre was taken to the hospital and released with minor bruising.