New York Yankees are testing the patience of their fans in the postseason. The Yankees v/s Guardians are the only Division Series to go through Game 5. Had it not been for a Gerrit Cole masterclass in Game 4, the Yankees might have lost the ALDS to the Guardians.
Notably, the Guardians played Game 4 with a 2-1 lead, and they were just a win away from clinching their ALCS spot. However, the Pinstripes ace Gerrit Cole had a different plan. Even though the Guardians lost Game 4, Guardians outfielder, Josh Naylor, trolled Cole in the ballpark.
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MLB fans criticized Josh Naylor for his wild celebration against the New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole
As earlier mentioned, Gerrit Cole delivered a masterclass from the mound in Game 4. He pitched through seven innings and collected eight strikeouts in Game 4 to level the ALDS 2-2. When talking about the Guardians outfielder Josh Naylor, he trolled Cole after him off for a home run.
USA Today via Reuters
Oct 5, 2021; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; New York Yankees starting pitcher Gerrit Cole (45) walks to the dugout after being pulled against the Boston Red Sox during the third inning of the American League Wildcard game at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
The irony is that when Naylor hit the home run, the Guardians were still losing to the Yankees. He ran around the bases and did Rock the Baby Celebration to troll Gerrit Cole.
Taking to Twitter, MLB fans criticized Naylor for the same. As expected several fans pointed out how can someone troll their opponent while they are in a losing position.
This is beyond disrespect ESPECIALLY when your team is still losing as you round the bases
— Grantious (@Grantious1) October 17, 2022
I guess he does that for every player he hits a homerun off what a loser lmao
— Bryan (@Bryan_Keeley1) October 17, 2022
Not even because I’m a Yankee fan, but that’s too far. He looks like a child. Batflips are cool and I love the emotion todays players show, but that’s uncalled for.
— Nestor_News_Network (@MachoMa57970310) October 17, 2022
That’s Mickey Mouse stuff. Grow up man. You’re supposed to be a professional.
— America First (@America00983474) October 17, 2022
How do you do this when your team is losing though?
— James Holloway (@jameshholloway) October 17, 2022
damn he did all that and they are still down 1. weird
— Lee Roland (@IsmotherIt) October 17, 2022
A few MLB fans called it classless, while others called it disrespectful. Not to forget that the Yankees and Guardians will play the decider on Monday. And considering the incident that occurred in Game 4, the Yankees will come all guns blazing in Game 5.
Classless. I hate the Yankees but even I have to say this is a classless move. Put one at his chin next AB
— Mancini (@DomThomasManci1) October 17, 2022
There’s a fine line between having fun and flat out disrespecting someone and he crossed it. If he gets hit next at bat he should have no complaints.
— Chris Olgee (@ChrisOlgee) October 17, 2022
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Will it be the Yankees or the Guardians against the Houston Astros in the ALCS?
As things stand, the Houston Astros have already booked their spot in the ALCS. And whichever team wins between the New York Yankees and Cleveland Guardians in the ALDS Game 5, will play the Houston Astros in the ALCS.
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When talking about Game 5, the Yankees will have the advantage of playing in the Bronx. However, Aaron Judge’s form is still a concern for the Pinstripes. Unlike the regular season, Judge has not hit a single home run in the postseason.
Do you think Judge will guide the Yankees to the ALCS in Game 5?
