The New York Yankees have been the team to beat this year as they ride dominantly on a 45-19 record. However, besides the impeccable performances on the field, the team’s camaraderie and strong bond are something that has set the team apart this year from the rest of the league.
As manager Aaron Boone revealed earlier, the current Yankees roster is the most team-oriented roster he has witnessed. They care for each other, play for one another, and ensure that they do not let the team down. In a fresh instance of close camaraderie, catcher Austin Well’s durag gesture for pitcher Marcus Stroman won the fans’ hearts.
Austin Wells Wears Matching Durag To Support Marcus Stroman
In an endearing moment that has resonated deeply with fans and teammates alike, New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells made a heartfelt gesture for his teammate Marcus Stroman by donning a ‘durag’ in a show of solidarity and friendship. Yanks’ latest off-season addition, Stroman, has been vocal about his pride in his heritage and frequently uses his platform to educate others about cultural appreciation and respect. He has always sported a durag to withhold his beliefs and send a strong message to the world. However, this year, the Yanks have made an effort to make Stroman feel included in the group by donning a match durag during his starts.
Earlier, Alex Verdugo borrowed an extra durag from Marcus Stroman to sport as a medium of showing support to his teammate. Now, catcher Austin Wells took a cue from Verdugo and decided to don a durag himself as he walked out to catch for Stroman on Thursday in the series finale against the Minnesota Twins. It was a moment that went beyond baseball, reflecting the unity and mutual respect within the Yankees clubhouse. Having said that, Yankee teammates and fans were quick to notice Wells’ gesture and expressed appreciation on social media. Indeed, in a sport where cultural and personal differences can sometimes create divisions, gestures like Wells serve as powerful reminders of the importance of inclusivity and respect. It was a simple yet profound act that spoke volumes about the character of the team and the respect among its players.
Yankees Sweeps Twins In A Rain Interrupted Game
The New York Yankees continued to establish their dominance at home as they trashed the Minnesota Twins in the series finale on Sunday to secure a series sweep. The Bombers had 8 runs lead when the game headed into a forced delay due to rain downpour. When the finale resumed after a brief delay, Juan Soto’s absence grabbed the limelight. Regardless, Stanton, Grisham, and Torres’s heroics didn’t go unnoticed.
Marcus Stroman, meanwhile, didn’t have the best of the nights as he allowed five earned runs in 4.2 innings start. Fortunately, the relief corps averted further damage as Ian Hamilton, Victor Gonzalez, Tommy Kahnle, Luke Weaver, and Clay Holmes went scoreless to wrap up the 8-5 win. The Yankees are now leading AL-East with an impressive 45-19 record.
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