Our Man in Tampa: Alphonso's Photo Blog day with Carl Pavano

It's been a busy weekend, in and out of the emergency room, but there's no better way to enjoy a spiritual Sunday than "hanging" with one of the great former future Yank greats of all time, Carl Pavano.



And that's what Alphonso did.





SUNDAY

7:03 a.m. I approach Carl's residence with trepidation. I've heard rumors that some Yank fans have sought to do an "Ed Whitson" on his home. Thankfully, that hasn't happened, though I think Carl could show a little more "neighborhood pride."



8:03 a.m. I won't sugarcoat this. Carl has issues.




8:30 a.m. To stay focused and get his career back on track, Carl keeps to a strict schedule.




10:01 a.m. But when friends arrive, there's another motto. All work and no play make Carl a dull boy.




11:40 a.m. The phone rings. It's Brian Cashman!





11:47 a.m. Cash wants Carl to visit Legends Field for a physical. Fearing unruly fans, Carl dons a subtle but effective disguise.




1:04 p.m. On the ride, Carl yells, "STOP THE CAR!" and visits the accident site where he broke his ribs two years ago. Still looking for the contact lens.




2:30 p.m. Outside Legends Field, who greets us but Mrs. Johnny Damon.




3:32 p.m. Good news! The Yanks want Carl to train at their new experimental workout facility.




5 p.m. Back home, Carl studies his new assignment.



6:30 p.m. A long ends happily when The Captain arrives. Out in the Bay, everything seems right again.