New York Yankees might have been going through a rough phase, no doubt about that. Despite starting the 2022 season on a winning note against their arch-rivals, the Boston Red Sox, the Yankees have not been at their best lately.
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Although the New York Yankees have not played their best baseball in the past five years, no one can deny that they are the most successful franchise in Major League Baseball. They are one of the very few sports teams that have a global fan following. And to prove that, recently, a football player paid a visit to the Bronx.
Currently, the Yankees are playing a three-game series against the Cleveland Guardians in the Bronx. And to support his favorite baseball team, the Atletico Madrid superstar came to New York all the way from Spain. This speaks volumes about how big the Yankees’ fan base is.
Antoine Griezmann is a New York Yankees fan
Having won the FIFA World Cup with France, Antoine Griezmann does not need an introduction. Over the last few years, Griezmann has been one of the top football players across the world. Previously played for FC Barcelona, Griezmann currently plays for LaLiga champion side, Atletico Madrid.
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Welcome to the Stadium, @AntoGriezmann 👋 pic.twitter.com/5r5Wirbp1k
— New York Yankees (@Yankees) April 23, 2022
Knowing that the LaLiga season is almost over, Grizmann paid a surprise visit to his favorite baseball team. Taking to Twitter, the New York Yankees’ official account, shared a picture of the star footballer. In the picture, one can see that Grizmann is enjoying the game in the Bronx.
Do the Yankees stand a chance to win the World Series this season?
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Given the current scenario, even a die-hard Yankees fan would not say this. But no one knows what will happen next in any sport. Though the Yankees lack depth and strength in their squad this season, they do have a leader who knows a thing or two about how to utilize players in the best possible way.
Knowing that Aaron Judge is in the last year of his contract with the Yankees, he will do anything to win the World Series this season. Because after the 2022 season, Judge will become a free agent. And rumors suggest that the Yankees slugger will not be wearing the Pinstripes after the 2022 season.
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What do you think? Do the Yankees stand a chance to win the World Series this year?