The New York Yankees are the inarguably most resourceful franchise in MLB. Possibly no other MLB team can surpass the level of the Yankees’ global popularity. A baseball powerhouse, the Pinstripes begin every season as a favorite contender for World Series victory. This year as well, they captivated their fans’ imagination for a long time.
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The Yankees clinched playoff berths this year. They reached the American League Division Series. However, they failed to reach the World Series. Nonetheless, the recent MLB season is done and dusted, having already turned into a matter of the past.?
4,000 families were assisted with their Thanksgiving meals at Yankee Stadium. pic.twitter.com/DjPu1Vb8Ae
— YES Network (@YESNetwork) November 24, 2022
It was the festive season of Thanksgiving and the time to give away to the community. So the Yankees got into the act. Since the MLB has reached the offseason, Yankee Stadium turned into a kitchen for New Yorkers. The Yankees organization has thus put forth a generous act.
A grand feast courtesy of the New York Yankees?
This year, the Yankees have assisted 4000 families to provide a fine Thanksgiving meal. Thus, the franchise has lived up to the tradition of the occasion. The organization has collaborated with Krasdale Foods, CTown, and Bravo Supermarkets to make the arrangements. So, YES Network caught up with Brian E Smith, the Yankees’ senior vice president of corporate and community relations.?
Speaking to the channel, Smith said, “Today is the kick-off of all our holiday initiatives. And we are honored to once again partner with Krasdale Foods, and CTown and Bravo Supermarkets. As a result of this activation, today we’re gonna assist 4000 families who are preparing their Thanksgiving meals. We see some familiar faces, we get to know our neighbors. And they say, ‘Thank You’, and we say ‘Thank You’ to them.”?
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Smith added, saying, “Once again, we value their partnership. And we’re committed to work with them hand in hand to make a difference. Krasdale is awesome. They step up every year as no question. And we value the partnership, and we’ve been working with them for years. And look forward to working with them for years to come.”?
How did the Yankees fare in this year’s MLB season??
Amid ups and downs, the Yankees maintained a dominant position in the MLB season. Establishing their stronghold, they entered the postseason with the zonal crown. By defeating the Cleveland Guardians, the Yankees stepped into the league championship as well. However, they eventually got ousted by the Houston Astros.
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So, how did your Thanksgiving celebrations turn out to be? Share your thoughts in the comments section.