After a disappointing World Series where they lost to the Dodgers, the Yankees are looking for payback during an upcoming series against Los Angeles. This opportunity comes after offseason taunts from Dodgers players, highlighting the Yankees' lackluster performance. Yankees manager Aaron Boone acknowledged the loss, showing the lingering impact of the series. Although many players from the World Series matchup might not play this weekend, both teams lead their divisions, setting the stage for an exciting high-stakes encounter. The competitiveness of the upcoming games could provide a sense of redemption for the Yankees.
Was the shoddy play that led to these insults self-inflicted? Absolutely. Did it still sting for the Dodgers to dance on the Yankees' grave? You bet, especially since the loudest voices were the least relevant to the actual success.
While it's far from the Fall Classic, this weekend will offer the Yankees their first chance at any measure of payback. To what extent the ghosts of 2024 will factor into the three-game set against the Dodgers remains to be seen.
This figures to be a high-octane matchup between two of baseball's premier franchises, both of which currently sit atop their divisions.
To what extent the ghosts of 2024 will factor into the three-game set against the Dodgers remains to be seen. Kelly is all but retired, Taylor was booted and Rojas is a role player who has performed below replacement level.
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