?The Ones Who Break My Heart?- World-Renowned Sports Journalist Picks His Team of Choice From the New York Yankees and New York Knicks

The New York Yankees were on the track for a World Series victory this year. But they lost their flame and faced a jaw-breaking defeat at a crucial stage. As a result, they are no longer a contender for the ultimate prize. But a world-renowned reporter has still come out in support of the Yankees nonetheless when asked to make a choice.?

A Bronx native, Stephen A.Smith, is a globally popular sports journalist. His boldly dramatic delivery makes him an iconic broadcaster. His passionate love for the Yankees is fine knowledge among the MLB community. Hailing from New York, there is an NBA team he has got a love-hate relationship with.?

Smith is a supporter of the New York Knicks, but also a harsh critic of the team. He has often shown his discontent with a lot of decisions made by the Knicks’ management. Smith again bashed the Knicks in a recent episode at a talk show.?

In defense of the New York Yankees?

The Yankees may have bowed out of the title race, but not every fan would slam them for that reason. Stephen A. Smith, recently, visited Eli Manning’s talk show. In a light-hearted manner, Manning asked Smith to hit out at one team from among the Yankees, and Knicks. Smith didn’t take much time to choose his pick and take a dig.?

Speaking to Manning, Smith said, “I’ll answer it anyway. It’ll probably be the Knicks. I would hate the Knicks. The reason why is because, even though I love the Knicks, they are the ones who break my heart all the time. So they deserve my hatred and I am fair.”?

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Smith continued, saying, “The Yankees don’t deserve it as much as they do. Because at least they are relevant. So that would be my answer.”?

How did the Yankees’ campaign turn out??

The Yankees maintained the top spot in the zonal rankings throughout the majority of the season. They ran rampant in the first half of the regular season. While they valiantly fought through a slide in form during the second half. Qualifying for the playoffs as zonal champions, the Yankees faced off against the Cleveland Guardians. Clinching a series victory, the Yankees then competed against the Houston Astros in the American League championship.?

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However, the Astros easily ousted the Yankees and the wait for another ring has lengthened.