Rivalries between teams are surely fun. But so are rivalries among teammates, and the Yankees are certainly no strangers to that brand of battle. So in honor of Rivalry Week here at Pinstripe Alley, let’s take a look at some of the infighting and palace intrigue that have become part of Yankees lore.
Thurman Munson and Reggie Jackson
In 1976, the Yankees were on the upswing. Catcher Thurman Munson was named team captain heading into the season and validated the honor by winning the American League MVP. The club also returned to the World Series for the first time since 1964.