I like Joe Girardi's first move as manager:

The mission statement is summarized in the two numerals that will follow Joe Girardi wherever he goes. The uniform number of the Yankees' new manager is 27, and the reason is rhetorical.

"How many have they won?" Girardi said, knowing that the answer is 26. Joe Torre finished the last seven seasons of his tenure by chasing a 27th title in vain, and now it is Girardi's turn.

It sends a message to both ownership and players. Joe is telling the Steinbrenners, "I know you want to win." He's telling the players, "I'm here to win."

The story also gives us a view of how Torre operated with the Yankees. He communicated well with Cashman, but didn't involve himself with the development part of the organization. Cashman hopes Girardi adds that involvement to his job.