July 31, 2002
"Big salaries (and victories) in New York haven't hurt baseball; they've helped. This year, the Yanks - with exciting power-hitters like Jason Giambi and Alfonso Soriano - are on pace to top their own attendance record. But they also draw crowds when they go on the road, helping the home teams rake in the big bucks. And, by the way, fat salaries don't guarantee pennants. Just check the standings."