I've always been a big believer in karma.

That said, I'm totally against the trade just competed between the Yankees and Tigers, with Kyle Farnsworth headed to Detroit for Ivan Rodriguez.

Is Pudge a borderline Hall of Famer? Probably. But his best days are far, far behind him, while the Yankees were getting quite a bit out of Farnsworth this year. True, Yankee fans would still hold their collective breath every time he pitched, but for the most part he delivered.

With Pudge in New York and his grand total of five home runs this year, it means Chad Moeller's days with the Yankees are likely over and Jose Molina, who has established himself as one of the premier defensive catchers in the league this year, will see his playing time significantly decreased.

I know the Yankees felt they needed a right-handed bat to offset the loss of Jorge Posada, but they accomplished that when they traded for Xavier Nady last week. This move is just not the right one and Yankee fans better hope it doesn't cost them a playoff spot this year.