Despite trailing from the 1st inning on, the Yankees were judged harshly for losing Game 1 of the American League Division Series to the Red Sox.
In the aftermath of New York’s series-opening loss at Fenway Park, it didn’t take long for a narrative to take hold on the Yankee Entertainment and Sports (YES) Network.
“They’re in the clubhouse right now saying, ‘How did we not win this game?'” said YES Network commentator John Flaherty. “I mean there were so many opportunities for the Yankees.”
The Yankees might be thinking, "how did we not win this game?