WHY I BLEED YANKEE BLUE 1 YEAR LATER

About a year ago, I was browsing my Facebook page and came across a request for writers for a blog I followed, Bleeding Yankee Blue. I had just published a book, and missed writing for fun, so I submitted a writing sample for consideration. I received a very positive response from Casey himself, and after a few days, I was writing for Bleeding Yankee Blue. At first, I was the only female staff writer, which was somewhat challenging. However, overall, fans seemed to respond to the unique “female perspective” that BYB was offering, and seemed to enjoy my wise-cracking, humorous approach to some of the hot topics we posted.

At BYB, we’re a bunch of writers that are so dedicated to the game of baseball and to the New York Yankees, watching this baby flourish before our very eyes has been magical. We do this simply out of the love and respect for the game, and for our team. We’re endorsed by you, the Yankee fans and after all, that’s who we do this for.

Over the year, the blog has grown beyond our wildest dreams. Along with great insights, game recaps, highlights and hilarity, we’ve collectively interviewed an impressive roster of well-known New York Yankees. Guys like Mickey Rivers, Chuck Knoblauch, and David Robertson were very gracious and supportive of being featured on our humble little blog.

Kimberly Jones and Jack Curry of the YES Network were also interviewed, and gave public kudos for the work that we do. Behind the scenes, management teams and public relations staff have reached out in support of Bleeding Yankee Blue. There are features such as “Fan of the Week”, games and contests that few other blogs offer. There’s a personal approach to what we do; as fans reach out to us on social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter, we always try to respond personally with gratitude. It’s the fans that drive the blog, the writers, and the game. Casey had a dream, and it seems to be coming true.

I think my favorite piece yet was the exclusive interview with our very own “Warrior”, Paul O’Neill. His heart and soul for Yankees’ baseball shine through in the interview, and it matches that of all of the writers for the blog. This interview is the epitome of what we’re all about. We love our team, we love baseball, and we’re not only dedicated to it, but passionate about it. For me, if you want to define Bleeding Yankee Blue, read that interview. You’ll get a clear picture of what we’re all about.

On a personal note, the writers have also become a tight-knit family of folks that stick close to one another. We’ve been through a lot of challenges together, and have celebrated success together. We all have each other’s back, and our skipper Casey is a fantastic leader that helped us gel into the family we are today. Very often you’ll see comments we make to one another that make reference to “brothers” and “sisters”. These wonderful people are truly like family to me, and will stay that way.

It's been amazing and I’d like to thank the fans who read BYB. Please continue to spread the word about us, we love your dedicated support. Without you, none of this would have been possible. We all know that Yankee Fans are the best in the world; Bleeding Yankee Blue fans are a step above the rest. Thank you so much for all of your support and friendship.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Here’s to a happy, healthy 2012, and may you all continue to "Bleed Yankee Blue"!

--Christy Lee, BYB Staff Writer



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