After coming so close to lifting the World Series trophy last fall, the New York Yankees are aiming to actually win it this October. With their captain, Aaron Judge, having another historically great season, it looks like getting back to the Fall Classic shouldn’t be too difficult, at least on paper. But it wasn’t Judge who almost single-handedly carried the Yankees on his back … [Read more...] about Why Aaron Judge Must Step Up This Postseason
How the Yankees Rotation Could Shake Out This Postseason
The New York Yankees have clawed their way back into the fight for the American League East. As the postseason moves closer and closer, the Yankees need to establish a methodical starting rotation to meet both circumstances. The Yankees could very well end up as a Wild Card winner or the American League East champions. The club is right there with the Toronto Blue Jays, and … [Read more...] about How the Yankees Rotation Could Shake Out This Postseason
Two Pitchers Who Could Round Out the Yankees Rotation in the Fourth Spot
On paper, the New York Yankees seem to have an established first three starting pitchers to spark the rotation. The fourth spot right now is up in the air. The two possible names for the role are Will Warren and Luis Gil. The priority right now for the Yankees is pitchers one through three for a three-man rotation. Whatever the order may be, the club is expected to have Max … [Read more...] about Two Pitchers Who Could Round Out the Yankees Rotation in the Fourth Spot
As Bobby Shantz Turns 100, a Look Back at 1960 World Series, Game 7
On Friday, Bobby Shantz, who could have changed baseball history had his manager let him, turns 100 years old. There are sure to be many articles across the World Wide Web celebrating his life and career. With this story, we’ll look at his performance against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Game 7 of the 1960 World Series at Forbes Field. Shantz, a left-handed pitcher, is the … [Read more...] about As Bobby Shantz Turns 100, a Look Back at 1960 World Series, Game 7
Third Starter In Yankees’ Postseason Rotation Remains Undecided
The New York Yankees’ offensive output is undoubtedly the team’s strong suit. However, another big strength lies in New York’s rotation. Despite losing the 2023 AL Cy Young winner and future Hall of Famer Gerrit Cole before the season even started, the Bombers have proven that their pitching depth goes way beyond just their ace. Max Fried, signed to the biggest contract for a … [Read more...] about Third Starter In Yankees’ Postseason Rotation Remains Undecided