Editor's Note: Welcome Back?

Manny's return was somewhat aptly timed from a public-relations perspective. The entire nation is still hooked on the Michael Jackson storyline, and LA is reeling from Trevor Ariza's departure and Ron Artest's subsequent arrival. If there was ever a time for Manny's suspension to end, this would probably be the best. Still, every sports-related medium will have their eyes glued to the goings-ons in PETCO Park tonight as he returns to the lineup after being served a 50-game suspension back in early May. Manny's homecoming raises a tough moral dilemma in fans though: do we cheer him, boo him, or neither? Cheers should be reserved for a reason to celebrate, and certainly nobody wants to celebrate cheating. But as a member of the team, you can't boo him or else you also boo the Dodgers. Indifference is the correct stance as of now. Manny must learn that he cannot just show up and expect all to be forgiven. He betrayed us all, and must work to reenter our hearts, whether by apology or by home run. Whether you go to San Diego, New York, Milwaukee, or Los Angeles, don't boo or cheer. Just let Manny know he's got a long way to go.