Zimmer: Preparation H pitchman

By Don Cronin, USA TODAY

With a week left in spring training, most major league coaching staffs are on the hot seat.

But Yankees bench coach Don Zimmer isn't taking it sitting down.

Zimmer has become a pitchman for the hemorrhoid treatment Preparation H and is featured in a new TV spot that will air nationally.

The 30-second spot is set in a baseball dugout.

Gary Thorne, an ESPN baseball announcer, gives the play-by-play as Zimmer becomes uncomfortable, then seeks relief.

"When I was approached by Preparation H, I thought this was a natural fit for me since I do use the product," Zimmer said. "I also saw this as a great opportunity to poke a little fun at myself while being able to help others that are afflicted by this ailment."

Contributing: Staff and wire reports

 

Friday March 22, 2002

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