With 27 World Championships and the title of being North America’s most successful Major League franchise to their name, it is almost unbelievable that the New York Yankees haven’t made it to a single World Series since 2009. But the fact of the matter is that the Pinstripes have failed to reach a single World Series in the last 14 years.
However, 2023 is expected to be different for every New Yorker. With Aaron Judge walking to the helm of the storied Bronx Bombers, and an additionally strengthened rotation with Carlos Rodon, the Yankees will field a refreshed lineup on Opening Day.
Excitement surfaces for every New Yorker as Opening Day is only two days away
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When Anthony Volpe was announced as the Yankees’ Opening Day shortstop, excitement was already at an all-time high across the Big Apple. Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s losing the race to Volpe added to the fan’s happiness and excitement. And now, feeding off the already heightened emotions, YES Network released a special promo ahead of the Yankees’ start against the Giants on opening day.
It's time to go earn our pinstripes.#YanksOnYES x #MLBOpeningDay pic.twitter.com/WcNZe3SRo6
— YES Network (@YESNetwork) March 28, 2023
“It’s time to go earn our pinstripes,” is the chant of this commercial featuring historic Yankee moments from the Derek Jeter era along with a few scenes from Aaron Judge’s popular 2022 season, where the Yanks reached the ALCS, but got swept by the Astros.
Fans were pumped to watch this commercial and immediately expressed their excitement ahead of opening day. This is how they reacted:
Cant wait until opening day!! Here’s to the Quest for #28
— Trachiel Tallchief (@Trachiel_24) March 28, 2023
#28 on deck let’s go!
— Gina Muscato (@GinaMuscato) March 28, 2023
Actual chills. Let’s get 28 this year!!!!!
— Marie (@marie_tinelli) March 28, 2023
LETS NOT JUST CHASE 28 THIS YEAR LIKE WE'VE DONE SINCE 2009, LETS ACHIEVE 28!!!!!
— Pokeboy890 (@Pokeboy890) March 28, 2023
Love our boys. Love our baseball.
— Rhona Magelowitz (@RhonaRealty1) March 28, 2023
I AM READY TO RUN THROUGH A WALL
— Ethan (@EpicGamer126642) March 28, 2023
Directly into my veins plz
— Dave (Rose Bowl Champ) (@David_Alongi) March 28, 2023
Notably, the Yankees will open their 2023 season with a home series against the San Francisco Giants.
Will the New York Yankees be able to break their 14-year-long World Series drought?
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Under the brand new reigns of Aaron Judge, the Yankee roster enters the season with a fresh mind and an extremely powerful team that could easily make it to the World Series. But will they? That’s an answer only time will tell.
USA Today via Reuters
Oct 3, 2021; Bronx, New York, USA; The New York Yankees mob right fielder Aaron Judge (99) after his game winning RBI single to defeat the Tampa Bay Rays 1-0 and clinch a wildcard playoff spot at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-USA TODAY Sports
While elaborating on the nerves before his first game as Yankee captain, and the start of a brand new $360 million contract, Judge said, “This is going to be special. Get a chance to play my first Opening Day as the captain, and getting a chance to play against a great organization. We’re going to have some fun.”
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Will Aaron Judge successfully carry the Yanks to their first World Series in 13 years? Will he be able to win the American League MVP award again? What do you think? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!
