The Yankees-owned YES network, is “reporting” that Joe Torre just announced he will be returning next season.

How are you feeling right about now, Alex Rodriguez?

[Update: Mike & the Mad Dog are reporting that on Saturday night, Steinbrenner wanted to fire Torre, but didn't. Instead, he talked to the New York Daily News and Bill Madden he was going to can Torre. On Sunday, Steve Swindell, the Boss's Son-in-Law, went to work on ornery George, playing the peacemaker. He cooled off Steinbrenner, and then Swindell went to Torre to make sure he wouldn't jump ship. Torre and Steinbrenner spoke on Monday but things were still in limbo; today the two spoke again and everything was hashed out. And now, the talk turns to trading A-Rod ...]