Welcome Aboard Mr. Payton

Looks like Gary will show up for media day today:

management was told veteran Gary Payton will join the team today for media day and the start of training camp.

If true, will the Walton trade happen soon? We'll see.

Also, Payton is known for his talking. Well, now he's got some 'splainin to do, and we're all listening. Say the right things and we'll embrace you and win you over. Say something selfish or undermining, and we'll tear you up. Here's the mic.

Update: Story on the C's at the Boston Press Box