Here we are, through week 7 and the Yankees hold the second best record in baseball at 24-14 (.632 — a 102-win pace). The only team that has been more impressive this season is the Houston Astros, who just left the Bronx after kicking the Yankees’ ass.
The weekend vs Houston was a chance for the Yankees to benchmark themselves, but with the double header and Jeter ceremony on Sunday, people seemed to forget that. Regardless, as we’ve seen time and time again so far, the Yankees bounced back in their next series.
KANSAS CITY, MO - MAY 17: Aaron Hicks #31 of the New York Yankees is congratulated by Aaron Judge #99 after hitting a three-run home run during the 4th inning of the game against the Kansas City Royals at Kauffman Stadium on May 17, 2017 in Kansas City, Missouri.