Interesting gesture by Hank and Hal. This is the sort of move you make after someone has already passed on, isn’t it?

Well in any event, the Steinbrenner brothers have announced that the team will rename its spring training complex, Legends Field, after their father, George M. Steinbrenner. Said the elder Steinbrenner:

“I am humbled and flattered to have this outstanding and totally unexpected honor conferred on me. I extend my thanks to the Tampa City Council and to the Hillsborough County Commissioners for passing resolutions suggesting and recommending the change. I also thank my family for supporting the renaming of the stadium and for everything they have done for so many years that helped bring about this great day.”

And a word from the sons:

“Our father has always made clear how much he values Tampa’s role in playing host to the New York Yankees’ Spring Training and the Tampa Yankees. The outpouring of community support for this name change has been wonderful to watch, and we’re very grateful for the acknowledgment of his achievements and contributions it represents.”