The New York Yankees are a team that prides itself in traditions. From Old Timer’s Day to Monument Park, the Yankees have their traditions in place and rarely stray from them.
However, as 2017 approaches, it’s time to talk about one tradition that has become far more routine over the past few seasons.
Monument Park plaque dedications, often coupled with retired numbers, are the bread and butter for the New York Yankees, but the exclusive club is suddenly becoming a little too crowded.
Since 2013, the Yankees have retired five numbers.