[AnotherUnixGeek]

There are a number of guys who would do just as well, if not better with that talent and in that ‘fearsome’ media market.

You know, I doubt it. Handling that many big name personalities along with a rabid media, rabid fans, and a rabid owner takes a certain talent that doesn't grow on trees - there's a reason the Yankees went through some 18 managerial changes in the 20 years before Torre took over. Torre is set for life no matter what. He didn't need the money or the performance incentives or the rest of it, so he walked. Good for him.

[Michael.SF.]

there's a reason the Yankees went through some 18 managerial changes in the 20 years before Torre took over

Yes, there certainly is.