Full History Of New York Yankees In Timeline From 1900

1900: Western League Renamed

In 1900, Ban Johnson, president of the Western League, changed the league's name to the American League (AL).

1901: AL Declares Major League Status

In 1901, Ban Johnson declared major league status for the American League (AL) after disagreements with the National League.

1901: Orioles Placed in Baltimore

In 1901, an American League team was placed in Baltimore, Maryland and named the Orioles after plans to add a team in New York City were blocked.

1902: McGraw Jumps to Giants

During the 1902 season, Orioles manager John McGraw jumped to become the new manager of the New York Giants, taking many players with him.

1903: Team Founded

In 1903, Frank Farrell and Bill Devery purchased the franchise rights to the defunct Baltimore Orioles and established the New York Highlanders, marking the founding of the team.

1903: Inaugural Highlanders uniform

In 1903, during the inaugural Highlanders season, the team's uniform featured a large "N" and a "Y" on each breast.

1903: Inaugural Yankees-Red Sox Game

In 1903, the inaugural game between the Yankees, then known as the Highlanders, and the Red Sox, then named the Americans, was played at Hilltop Park.

1903: AL Team Approved for New York

In early 1903, an American League (AL) team was approved to be put in New York, alongside the National League's Giants. The franchise was awarded to Frank J. Farrell and William S. Devery.

1903: Start of Win-Loss Record

The New York Yankees' win-loss record began being tracked in 1903.

1904: Price coins nickname

As early as 1904, New York Press Sports Editor Jim Price coined the unofficial nickname Yankees (or "Yanks") for the club. In 1904, the Highlanders lost the deciding game on a wild pitch to the Boston Americans, and Highlander pitcher Jack Chesbro set the single-season wins record at 41.

1904: Red Sox Win AL Pennant

In 1904, the Red Sox won the AL pennant after meeting the Yankees in the last regular-season series of the season.

1906: Highlanders Finish Second

In 1906, the Highlanders finished second in the American League.

1909: Interlocking "NY" added to uniforms

In 1909, the "N" and "Y" were combined into an interlocking logo and added to both the left breast of the uniform and the caps.

1910: Highlanders Finish Second

In 1910, the Highlanders finished second in the American League.

1911: Polo Grounds Fire

In 1911, Polo Grounds III burned down, and the Highlanders shared Hilltop Park with the Giants during a two-month renovation period.

1912: Yankees Last Finished Last in AL

In 1966, the Yankees finished in last place in the AL for the first time since 1912.

1913: Team Renamed the Yankees

In 1913, the New York Highlanders were officially renamed the New York Yankees.

1913: Official Name Change

In 1913, the team became officially known as the New York Yankees and the team shared the Polo Grounds with the Giants after their lease with Hilltop Park expired.

1915: Ruppert and Huston Purchase

At the start of 1915, Colonel Jacob Ruppert and Captain Tillinghast L'Hommedieu Huston purchased the New York Yankees.

1917: Yankees First Consecutive Losing Seasons

In 1966, the Yankees marked their first consecutive losing seasons since 1917 and 1918.

1918: Huggins Hired

In 1918, Miller Huggins was hired as manager by Ruppert, causing a rift between the owners.

1918: Yankees First Consecutive Losing Seasons

In 1966, the Yankees marked their first consecutive losing seasons since 1917 and 1918.

1920: Start of Détente

Around 1920, the Yankees, Red Sox, and White Sox had a détente, leading to the nickname "The Insurrectos".

1920: Babe Ruth Traded to the Yankees

In 1920, Babe Ruth was traded to the Yankees, leading to the Curse of the Bambino, where the Red Sox did not win a World Series until 2004.

1920: Ray Chapman's Death and Cleveland's World Series Win

In 1920, Cleveland shortstop Ray Chapman died after being hit by a pitch from Yankees pitcher Carl Mays. Cleveland rallied following the incident, winning their first World Series title in 1920.

1920: First 1 million-fan season

In 1920, the New York Yankees had their first season with over 1 million fans, with more than 1.2 million attending games at the Polo Grounds.

1921: Beginning of Yankees' Dynastic Run

From 1921 to 1964, the Yankees' dynastic run prevented Cleveland from attaining further success in baseball, other than another World Series title in 1948 and several winning seasons that followed.

1921: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1921, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1921: First World Series Appearance

In 1921, the Yankees played in their first World Series against the Giants, with all eight games played in the Polo Grounds.

1921: Gehrig beats Ruth's RBI record

In 1927, Lou Gehrig beat Ruth's single-season RBI mark of 1921.

1921: New York Giants 1921-24 Pennant Streak

Reference to the New York Giants 1921-24 Pennant Streak.

1922: "Yanks" nickname emerges

In 1922, sportswriter Fred Lieb introduced the nickname "the Yanks" for the New York Yankees in a story for the Baseball Magazine, stating that the nickname "will fit into heads better".

1922: End of Polo Grounds Sharing

In 1922, the New York Yankees' sharing of the Polo Grounds with the Giants ended.

1922: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1922, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1922: Second Defeat in World Series

In 1922, the Yankees returned to the World Series and were dealt a second defeat by the Giants.

1923: Ruppert Buys Out Huston

In 1923, Ruppert bought out Huston due to the rift caused by the hiring of Miller Huggins in 1918.

1923: Original Yankee Stadium Opening

In 1923, the New York Yankees' home games began being played at the original Yankee Stadium in the Bronx.

1923: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1923, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1923: Yankee Stadium Opening and First Championship

In 1923, the Yankees moved to their new home, Yankee Stadium. In the first game, Ruth hit a home run, and at the end of the season, the Yankees won their first championship against the Giants.

1927: Babe Ruth's Home Run Record

In 1927, Babe Ruth set the single-season home run record of 60, which was later surpassed by Roger Maris in 1961.

1927: "Murderers' Row" and World Series Win

In the 1927 season, the Yankees featured the "Murderers' Row" lineup and won 110 games, also sweeping the Pittsburgh Pirates in the World Series. Babe Ruth set a single-season home run record of 60, and Lou Gehrig had a big season with .373 batting average, 47 home runs and 175 RBI.

1927: Yankees World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Yankees winning streak during 1927.

July 5, 1928: "Bronx Bombers" nickname debut

On July 5, 1928, writer Frank Wallace first used the nickname "Bronx Bombers" in an article in the New York Daily News to refer to the Yankees, due to their home location and prolific hitting.

1928: Yankees World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Yankees winning streak during 1928.

1928: World Series Win

The Yankees won the World Series again in 1928.

1930: George Steinbrenner Born

George Steinbrenner, who would later buy the Yankees, was born in 1930.

1931: McCarthy Hired as Manager

In 1931, Joe McCarthy was hired as manager of the Yankees, bringing them back to the top of the American League.

1931: BBWAA Begins Voting on MVP

Since the BBWAA (Baseball Writers' Association of America) began voting on the award in 1931, the Yankees have won the most MVP awards of any team, further solidifying their legacy.

1932: World Series Win and Ruth's Called Shot

In 1932, the Yankees swept the Chicago Cubs in the World Series, marking their 12th consecutive World Series game win. Babe Ruth made his famous "Called Shot" in game three at Wrigley Field.

1932: Current cap design adopted

In 1932, the current cap look, featuring a navy blue hat with the white interlocking "NY" letters, was adopted by the New York Yankees.

1932: Yankees World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Yankees winning streak during 1932.

1934: Gehrig takes center stage

After Ruth left the Yankees following the 1934 season, Gehrig finally had a chance to take center stage.

1935: "Bronx Bombers" gains popularity

By 1935, the nickname "Bronx Bombers", initially coined in 1928, had gained widespread acceptance and usage among sportswriters across the country when referring to the New York Yankees.

1935: Ruth Leaves Yankees

In 1935, Babe Ruth left the Yankees to join the Boston Braves, making his last major league appearance on May 30.

1936: Start of World Series Streak

From 1936, the team won an unprecedented four straight World Series titles.

1936: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1936, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1936: Yankees 1936-39 Pennant Streak

Reference to the Yankees 1936-39 Pennant Streak.

1936: Yankees World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Yankees winning streak during 1936.

1937: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1937, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

July 4, 1939: "Lou Gehrig Day"

On July 4, 1939, the Yankees declared "Lou Gehrig Day", retiring his number 4, the first retired number in baseball. Gehrig made his famous "luckiest man" speech.

1939: Ruppert's Death

Following Jacob Ruppert's death in 1939, his heirs assumed control of the New York Yankees team.

1939: Mention of 1939 Yankees Squad

The 1939 Yankees squad are considered to be one of the best in the history of baseball.

June 2, 1941: Lou Gehrig's Death

Lou Gehrig died on June 2, 1941.

1941: First World Series Meeting Between Yankees and Dodgers

In 1941, the Yankees and Dodgers met in the World Series for the first time, resulting in a Yankees victory.

1941: World Series Win and War Preparations

In 1941, the Yankees beat the Brooklyn Dodgers in the World Series. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, many players, including DiMaggio, entered the military.

1941: "Golden Era" and DiMaggio's Streak

The 1941 season was often described as the last year of the "Golden Era" before World War II. Joe DiMaggio hit in 56 consecutive games, setting a major league record.

1942: "The Pride of the Yankees" Movie Release

In 1942, the acclaimed movie "The Pride of the Yankees" about Lou Gehrig was released.

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1943: World Series Win Despite Player Losses

Despite losing many players to the military, the Yankees won the 1943 World Series against the St. Louis Cardinals.

1945: Webb, Topping, and MacPhail Purchase

In 1945, Del Webb, Dan Topping, and Larry MacPhail purchased the Yankees from the Ruppert estate.

1946: McCarthy Leaves Yankees

In 1946, after a few slumping seasons, manager Joe McCarthy departed from the New York Yankees organization.

1947: MacPhail Bought Out

Following the 1947 World Series, Larry MacPhail was bought out from his ownership of the New York Yankees.

1948: Yogi Berra Inherits Number 8

In 1948, Yogi Berra inherited Bill Dickey's number 8 after Dickey ended his playing career and became a coach for the Yankees.

1948: Harris Replaced by Stengel

In 1948, despite finishing only three games behind the Cleveland Indians in the pennant race, manager Bucky Harris was relieved of his duties and replaced by Casey Stengel.

1948: Cleveland Wins World Series Title

In 1948, despite the Yankees' dominance, Cleveland won another World Series title, marking a significant achievement during the period of animosity between the two franchises.

1949: Start of Yankees' World Championship Streak

In 1949, Casey Stengel began managing the Yankees, leading them to a record five consecutive World Series championships from 1949 through 1953.

1949: Yankees Surprise Red Sox

In 1949, the "underdog" Yankees came from behind to catch and surprise a powerful Red Sox team on the last two days of the season, fueling the beginning of the modern Yankees–Red Sox rivalry.

1949: Yankees Win AL Pennant

In 1949, the Yankees won the AL pennant after meeting the Red Sox in the last regular-season series of the season.

1949: Yankees 1949-53 Pennant Streak

Reference to the Yankees 1949-53 Pennant Streak.

1949: Yankees World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Yankees winning streak during 1949.

1950: Yankees Win World Series

In 1950, the Yankees won the World Series championship.

1951: DiMaggio Retires, Mantle Arrives

In 1951, Joe DiMaggio, the "Yankee Clipper", retired after numerous injuries. This year also marked the arrival of Mickey Mantle, who was one of several rookies to fill the gap.

1951: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1951, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1952: Yankees Win World Series

In 1952, the Yankees won the World Series championship.

1953: Yankees Continue World Championship Streak

In 1953, the Yankees continued their record-setting streak under manager Casey Stengel, securing their fifth consecutive World Series championship.

1953: Yankees Win World Series

In 1953, the Yankees won the World Series championship.

1953: Yankees Win Fifth Consecutive World Series

In 1953, the Yankees won their fifth consecutive World Series under manager Casey Stengel, setting an MLB record.

1954: Athletics Move to Kansas City

In 1954, the Philadelphia Athletics moved to Kansas City, which had been home to the Yankees' top farm team, the Kansas City Blues, for almost 20 years.

1954: "The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant"

In 1954, the Yankees won 103 games, but the Cleveland Indians took the pennant with a then-AL record of 111 wins, leading to 1954 being referred to as "The Year the Yankees Lost the Pennant".

1955: Dodgers Beat Yankees in World Series

In 1955, the Dodgers finally beat the Yankees in the World Series, after five previous Series losses to them.

1955: Dodgers Win First World Series

In 1955, the Dodgers finally broke through for their first-ever championship, defeating the Yankees in the World Series.

1955: Yankees Win American League Pennant

In 1955, the Yankees won the American League pennant.

1955: Yankees 1955-58 Pennant Streak

Reference to the Yankees 1955-58 Pennant Streak.

1956: Yankees Dominate World Series Against Dodgers

From 1941 to 1956, the Yankees dominated the World Series against the Dodgers, winning six of seven meetings during this 16-year span.

1956: Don Larsen's Perfect Game

In 1956, during Game 5 of the World Series against the Dodgers, Yankees pitcher Don Larsen threw the only perfect game in World Series history.

1956: Yankees Win World Series

In 1956, the Yankees won the World Series championship.

1957: New York No Longer a City With More Than One Team

In 1957, New York became a city with only one team, lasting until 1962.

1957: Yankees Lose World Series, New York Teams Leave

In 1957, the Yankees lost the World Series to the Milwaukee Braves. Following the Series, the New York Giants and the Brooklyn Dodgers both left for San Francisco and Los Angeles, respectively, leaving the Yankees as New York's only baseball team.

1958: Dodgers Move to Los Angeles

In 1958, the Dodgers moved from Brooklyn, New York, to Los Angeles, California, continuing their rivalry with the Yankees on the West Coast.

1958: Giants Move to San Francisco

In 1958, the New York Giants moved to San Francisco, ending their time as a New York team and impacting their rivalry with the Yankees.

1958: Yankees Beat Braves in World Series

In 1958, the Yankees got their revenge against the Braves in the World Series, becoming the second team to win the Series after being down 3–1.

1960: End of Stengel's Yankees Management

In 1960, Casey Stengel's tenure as manager of the Yankees concluded. Between 1949 and 1960, Stengel led the team to ten pennants and seven World Series championships.

1960: Finley Purchases Athletics, Maris Leads League

In 1960, Charles O. Finley purchased the Athletics and put an end to the trades with the Yankees. Also in 1960, Roger Maris led the league in slugging percentage, RBI, and extra-base hits, won a Gold Glove and the American League MVP award.

1960: Yankees 1960-64 Pennant Streak

Reference to the Yankees 1960-64 Pennant Streak.

1961: Mantle and Maris Home Run Chase

1961 was a memorable year as Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris, known as the "M&M Boys", chased Babe Ruth's home run record. Maris surpassed Babe Ruth's single-season home run record of 60 with 61 home runs.

1961: Talent Pipeline Dries Up

As early as the 1961–62 off-season, longtime fans noticed that the pipeline of talent from the minor league affiliates had started to dry up.

1961: Roger Maris's Home Run Record

In 1961, Roger Maris set the American League single-season home run record, which stood until Aaron Judge broke it in 2022.

1961: Yankees Win World Series

In 1961, the Yankees won the pennant with a 109–53 record and went on to defeat the Cincinnati Reds in the World Series. The team finished the year with 240 home runs, which was an MLB record.

1961: Mention of 1961 Yankees Squad

The 1961 Yankees squad are considered to be one of the best in the history of baseball.

1962: Mets Expansion Team, Yankees Win World Series

In 1962, the National League added the expansion team, the New York Mets, restoring New York as a city with more than one team. The Yankees also won the 1962 World Series.

1962: New York Mets Established

In 1962, the New York Mets were established as an expansion team after the Dodgers and Giants moved to Los Angeles and San Francisco, respectively.

1962: Yankees and Giants in World Series

In 1962, the Yankees and Giants played in the World Series as part of a historical rivalry.

1963: Yankees Swept by Dodgers in World Series

In 1963, the Yankees were swept by the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series.

1964: CBS Buys 80% of the Yankees

After the 1964 season, broadcasting company CBS purchased 80% of the Yankees from Topping and Webb for $11.2 million.

1964: End of Yankees' Dynastic Run

The Yankees' dynastic run, which began in 1921, came to an end in 1964. During this period, the Yankees largely prevented Cleveland from achieving significant success.

1965: Yankees' First Losing Record in 40 Years

In 1965, the Yankees posted a record of 77–85 — the Yankees' first losing record in 40 years.

1966: E. Michael Burke Team President

E. Michael Burke, who assumed the role of team president in 1966, resigned as president in April but stayed with the organization as a consultant to the owner.

1966: Yankees Finish Last in AL

In 1966, the Yankees finished in last place in the AL for the first time since 1912.

1967: Cincinnati Reds Appearance Policy

From 1967 until 1999, the Cincinnati Reds had the same personal appearance policy as the Yankees.

1967: "Here Come the Yankees" written

In 1967, Bob Bundin and Lou Stallman wrote "Here Come the Yankees", the official fight song for the New York Yankees.

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1967: Yankees Finish Ahead of Athletics

In 1967, the Yankees finished only ahead of the Kansas City Athletics in the American League.

1970: Yankees Finish Higher Than Fourth

In 1970, the Yankees finished higher than fourth during CBS' ownership.

1972: Number 8 retired for Bill Dickey and Yogi Berra

In 1972, the number 8 was retired for two players, Bill Dickey and Yogi Berra, on the same day. This was done to honor both the catcher Bill Dickey and his protege, catcher Yogi Berra.

1972: Yankee Stadium Renovation

In mid-1972, Mayor John Lindsay stepped in, and the city bought Yankee Stadium and began an extensive two-year renovation period. The Yankees played two seasons at Shea Stadium.

1972: Oakland Athletics World Series Winning Streak

Reference to the Oakland Athletics winning streak during 1972.

1972: Jackson's Athletics Defeat Tigers

Reggie Jackson had bad blood with manager Billy Martin, who had managed the Detroit Tigers when Jackson's Athletics defeated them in the 1972 playoffs.

January 3, 1973: Steinbrenner Buys the Yankees

On January 3, 1973, CBS announced they were selling the club to a group of investors, led by George Steinbrenner, for $10 million.

1973: Steinbrenner Instituted Personal Appearance Policy

In 1973, George Steinbrenner instituted a personal appearance policy that included being clean-shaven, with long hair slicked back or trimmed, to instill a sense of order and discipline in the players.

1973: Steinbrenner purchases the Yankees

In 1973, George Steinbrenner purchased the New York Yankees from CBS and became involved in daily team operations.

1973: Steinbrenner Purchase

In 1973, George Steinbrenner purchased the New York Yankees from CBS.

1974: Signing of Catfish Hunter

After the 1974 season, Steinbrenner signed star pitcher Catfish Hunter away from Oakland, starting the modern era of free agency.

1974: Yankees Share Shea Stadium

In 1974, the New York Yankees shared Shea Stadium with the Mets, the New York Jets, and the New York Giants.

1975: Yankees Share Shea Stadium

In 1975, the New York Yankees shared Shea Stadium with the Mets, the New York Jets, and the New York Giants.

1975: Billy Martin Hired as Manager

Midway through the 1975 season, the Yankees hired former second baseman Billy Martin as manager.

1976: Yankees Sign Reggie Jackson

After the 1976 campaign, Steinbrenner added star Oakland outfielder Reggie Jackson—who had spent 1976 with the Baltimore Orioles—to his roster.

1976: Yankees' Last World Series Appearance Until 1976

In 1964, the aging Yankees returned for a fifth straight World Series, but were beaten 4–3 by the St. Louis Cardinals. It would be the Yankees' last World Series appearance until 1976.

1976: Return to Yankee Stadium

In 1976, the Yankees returned to playing their home games at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx after sharing Shea Stadium with other teams.

1976: Yankees Reach World Series

In 1976, with Billy Martin as manager, the Yankees reached the World Series, but were swept by the Cincinnati Reds.

1977: Jackson's Controversial Remarks

During spring training of 1977, Reggie Jackson alienated his teammates with controversial remarks about the Yankees captain, catcher Thurman Munson. Jackson, Martin, and Steinbrenner repeatedly feuded with each other throughout Jackson's 5-year contract. Jackson won the Series MVP Award.

1977: Yankees Last Championship Until 1977

In 1962, the Yankees won their tenth championship in the past sixteen years. It was the Yankees' last championship until 1977.

1978: Martin Resigns

In 1978, after suspending Reggie Jackson and making controversial statements against Jackson and Steinbrenner, Billy Martin was forced to resign and was replaced by Bob Lemon.

1978: Yankees Win Tie-Breaker Playoff

In 1978, the Yankees and Red Sox finished tied for first, leading to a high-profile tie-breaker playoff game that the Yankees won to secure the AL East division title, after being down 14 games midway through the season.

August 2, 1979: Thurman Munson's Death

On August 2, 1979, Yankees catcher Thurman Munson died in a plane crash. The team attended his funeral, and in an emotional game, Bobby Murcer drove in all five runs in a 5–4 victory using Munson's bat. Munson's locker remained empty as a memorial and his number 15 was retired.

1979: Yankees win 22nd World Series

In 1979, the Yankees defeated the Kansas City Royals in the ALCS and the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series, winning their 22nd championship. During the season, Sparky Lyle was traded to the Texas Rangers, Tommy John was acquired from the Dodgers, and Luis Tiant from the Red Sox. Bob Lemon was replaced by Billy Martin as manager.

1980: Yankees win 103 games, lose ALCS

In 1980, Billy Martin was fired and replaced by Dick Howser. Chris Chambliss was traded for Rick Cerone. Reggie Jackson hit .300 with 41 home runs. The Yankees won 103 games and the AL East, but were swept by the Royals in the ALCS.

1980: "New York, New York" played at stadium

Starting in the 1980 season, George Steinbrenner began having the song "New York, New York" played at the stadium after New York Yankee's home games.

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June 1981: Yankees led AL East before strike

In June 1981, under manager Gene Michael, the Yankees led the AL East before a strike interrupted the season. The Yankees struggled after Bob Lemon replaced Michael. They eventually reached the World Series, but lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers.

1981: Yankees sign Dave Collins

Following their loss in the 1981 World Series, Steinbrenner planned to transform the Yankees into the "Bronx Burners", focusing on speed and defense. As a first step, the Yankees signed Dave Collins.

1982: Yankees trade Dave Collins

In 1982, Dave Collins was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays. The trade also included Fred McGriff and Mike Morgan, with Dale Murray and Tom Dodd going to the Yankees.

July 4, 1983: Dave Righetti pitches a no-hitter

On July 4, 1983, Dave Righetti pitched a no-hitter. The next year he was moved to the bullpen, defining the closer role.

1984: Mattingly and Winfield compete for best AL average

In 1984, Don Mattingly and Dave Winfield competed for the best batting average in the American League, highlighting the Yankees' powerful offense during the 1980s.

1985: Guidry posts 22-6 record, arm problems begin

In 1985, Guidry had a 22-6 record, but arm problems began to affect his performance. His performance declined over the next three years.

1985: Yankees finish second in AL East

In 1985, the Yankees finished second to the Toronto Blue Jays in the AL East.

1986: Yankees finish second in AL East

In 1986, the Yankees finished second to the Boston Red Sox in the AL East.

1987: Yankees finish fourth in AL East

Despite a mid-season lead in the AL East, the Yankees finished fourth in the division in 1987.

1987: Mark McGwire's Rookie Home Run Record

In 1987, Mark McGwire hit 49 home runs, setting the major league record for most home runs by a rookie in a single season before Aaron Judge broke the record in 2017.

1988: Guidry retires

After his performance declined, Guidry retired following the 1988 season.

1988: Yankees finish fifth in AL East

Despite having a mid-season lead in the AL East, the Yankees finished fifth in the division in 1988.

1989: Henderson and Pagliarulo depart, Winfield injured

By 1989, the Yankees' offense declined. Henderson and Mike Pagliarulo departed, and Dave Winfield missed the season due to back problems.

1990: Yankee fans taunt the Red Sox with "1918!"

During the 1990 season, Yankee fans began chanting "1918!" to taunt the Red Sox, referencing their last World Series win. Fans also used signs and T-shirts with "1918!" to mock the Red Sox, and were known as the Bleacher Creatures.

1990: Yankees have worst record in AL

In 1990, the Yankees had the worst record in the American League and finished last in the division.

1990: "Curse of the Bambino" coined

In the 1990 book, "Curse of the Bambino" by Dan Shaughnessy coined the term.

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1992: Yankees have a losing record

From 1989 to 1992, the Yankees had a losing record, spending money on free agents who did not meet expectations.

1993: Start of Canadiens Lead

From 1993, the Montreal Canadiens led the New York Yankees in number of titles won.

1994: Yankees have best record in AL

In 1994, the Yankees had the best record in the AL, but the season was cut short by a players' strike. The news media drew parallels between this season and their previous strike-shortened season.

November 1995: Joe Torre Announced as Yankees Manager

In November 1995, Joe Torre was announced as the new manager of the Yankees. Despite a mediocre managing record, his calm demeanor made him a good fit.

1995: Yankees qualify for playoffs

In 1995, the Yankees qualified for the playoffs as a wild card team. They lost to the Seattle Mariners in the ALDS.

1995: Divisional Playoffs Begin

Since the advent of divisional playoffs in 1995, the Yankees and Cleveland have faced off in seven postseason series, with the Yankees winning five of them.

1996: Mattingly sits out the season

Due to ongoing back problems, Mattingly sat out the entire 1996 season.

1996: Yankees win World Series

In 1996, Derek Jeter, Andy Pettitte, and Mariano Rivera rose to prominence. The Yankees won their first AL East title in 15 years and defeated the Atlanta Braves in the World Series, ending an 18-year championship drought. Jeter was named Rookie of the Year.

1996: Joe Torre Begins Managing Yankees

In 1996, Joe Torre began managing the Yankees, a role he would hold until 2007. During his tenure, Torre led the team to six pennants and four World Series championships.

1996: Orioles Break Yankees' Home Run Record

In 1996, the Baltimore Orioles team surpassed the 1961 Yankees' MLB record of 240 home runs with 257 home runs.

April 15, 1997: Jackie Robinson Day

On April 15, 1997, Major League Baseball retired the number 42 throughout the league in honor of Jackie Robinson, marking the 50th anniversary of his breaking the color barrier, which was declared Jackie Robinson Day.

1997: Mattingly retires

After sitting out the 1996 season, Mattingly retired following the 1997 season due to ongoing back problems.

1997: Institution of Interleague Play

Before the institution of interleague play in 1997, the Yankees and New York Giants had limited opportunities to play each other, primarily meeting in the World Series.

1997: Yankees lose ALDS

In 1997, the Yankees lost the ALDS to the Cleveland Indians. Bob Watson stepped down as general manager and was replaced by Brian Cashman.

1997: "Subway Series" Applied to Interleague Play

Since 1997, the term "Subway Series" has been applied to interleague play during the regular season between the Yankees and the New York Mets.

May 17, 1998: David Wells pitches a perfect game

On May 17, 1998, David Wells pitched a perfect game against the Minnesota Twins.

1998: McGwire Breaks Home Run Record

In 1998, Mark McGwire broke Roger Maris's home run record with 70 home runs.

1998: Yankees 1998-2001 Pennant Streak

Reference to the Yankees 1998-2001 Pennant Streak.

1998: Death of Robert Merrill

Robert Merrill, who sang the national anthem at the old Yankees Stadium for Opening Day and other special events, died in 1998.

1998: Mention of 1998 Yankees Squad

The 1998 Yankees squad are considered to be one of the best in the history of baseball.

July 18, 1999: David Cone pitches a perfect game

On July 18, 1999, David Cone pitched a perfect game against the Montreal Expos.

1999: Cincinnati Reds Appearance Policy

From 1967 until 1999, the Cincinnati Reds had the same personal appearance policy as the Yankees.

1999: David Cone's Perfect Game

In 1999, David Cone threw a perfect game for the Yankees, a milestone that stood until Corey Kluber's no-hitter in 2021.

1999: Yankees Win AL Championship Series

In 1999, the Yankees won the American League Championship Series against the Red Sox, adding to the rivalry between the two teams.

1999: End of Canadiens Lead

Until 1999, the Montreal Canadiens led the New York Yankees in number of titles won.

2000: Yankees Defeat Mets in World Series

In 2000, the Yankees defeated the Mets in five games in the World Series, marking the most recent World Series between the two New York teams.

2000: Yankees win Subway World Series

In 2000, the Yankees faced the Mets in the Subway World Series, winning in 5 games. This marked their third consecutive World Series victory.

September 11, 2001: September 11 attacks

Following the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, Yankee Stadium hosted a memorial service titled "Prayer for America" for the victims.

2001: League leaders in "road attendance"

From 2001, the Yankees were the league leaders in "road attendance".

2001: "God Bless America" played during 7th-inning stretch

Starting in 2001 after September 11, "God Bless America" has been played during the seventh-inning stretch at New York Yankees games.

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2002: "Evil Empire" nickname arises

In 2002, Boston Red Sox president Larry Lucchino labeled the New York Yankees as "the Evil Empire" in an interview with The New York Times after the Yankees signed pitching prospect José Contreras, a term later embraced by Yankee fans and the team itself.

2002: Texas Rangers Home Run Record

In 2002, the Texas Rangers set a record for homering in 28 consecutive games, which was later broken by the Yankees in 2019, showcasing their offensive prowess.

2002: YES Network launch

In 2002, the Yankees Entertainment and Sports (YES) Network was launched as the primary home of the New York Yankees.

2002: Interleague Game at Yankee Stadium

In 2002, the Yankees and Giants met in interleague play at the old Yankee Stadium, marking a rare regular-season matchup.

2002: Soriano's 30-30 Season

In 2002, the Yankees finished with an AL-best record. Alfonso Soriano became the first second baseman to hit 30 home runs and steal 30 bases in a season. The Yankees lost to the Anaheim Angels in the ALDS.

2003: Clemens' milestones, Yankees lose World Series

In 2003, the Yankees again had the best league record. Roger Clemens achieved his 300th win and 4000th strikeout. The Yankees defeated the Red Sox in the ALCS but lost to the Florida Marlins in the World Series.

2003: Yankees Win AL Championship Series

In 2003, the Yankees defeated the Red Sox in the American League Championship Series, marking another significant moment in their rivalry.

2004: Flip Bondy researches Bleacher Creatures

In 2004, New York Daily News columnist Filip "Flip" Bondy spent the season sitting in the Bleacher Creatures' section at Yankee Stadium to research his book, Bleeding Pinstripes: A Season with the Bleacher Creatures of Yankee Stadium.

2004: Red Sox Win ALCS After 0-3 Deficit

In 2004, the Red Sox won the ALCS against the Yankees after trailing the series 3 games to 0, marking the only time in MLB history that a team has come back from a 0–3 deficit to win a postseason series.

2004: Red Sox Win AL Championship Series

In 2004, the Red Sox won the American League Championship Series against the Yankees, marking a historic comeback from a 3-0 deficit.

2004: Red Sox Break the Curse of the Bambino

In 2004, the Red Sox won the World Series, ending the 86-year-long Curse of the Bambino, which began after Babe Ruth was traded to the Yankees in 1920.

2004: Trade for Alex Rodriguez and ALCS Loss

In 2004, the Yankees traded Alfonso Soriano to the Texas Rangers for Alex Rodriguez, who then played third base. In the ALCS, the Yankees lost to the Boston Red Sox after leading the series 3-0.

2005: Alex Rodriguez Wins MVP

In 2005, Alex Rodriguez won the American League MVP award, marking the first Yankee to win the award since Don Mattingly in 1985. This marked a significant milestone for Rodriguez and the team.

2005: Bleeding Pinstripes published

In 2005, Filip "Flip" Bondy's book, Bleeding Pinstripes: A Season with the Bleacher Creatures of Yankee Stadium, was published, detailing his experiences spending the 2004 season with the Bleacher Creatures.

2005: Steinbrenner retires from daily operations

In 2005, George Steinbrenner retired from day-to-day operations of the New York Yankees, handing over control to his son-in-law, Steve Swindal.

2005: American League attendance record

In 2005, the New York Yankees set an American League record with 4,090,696 fans in attendance, becoming only the third franchise in sports history to draw over four million in regular-season attendance in their own ballpark.

2005: Highest-paid players in MLB

In 2005, the average player salary for the New York Yankees was $2.6 million, with the team having the five highest-paid players in MLB.

2006: Yankees Sweep Red Sox

The 2006 season was highlighted by the Yankees sweeping a 5-game series against the Red Sox at Fenway Park, in what was sometimes referred to as the "Second Boston Massacre," with the Yankees outscoring the Red Sox 49-26.

2006: League leaders in "road attendance"

Through 2006, the Yankees were the league leaders in "road attendance".

October 2007: George Steinbrenner hands over control to Hal and Hank

In October 2007, citing declining health, George Steinbrenner formally handed control of the New York Yankees to his sons, Hal and Hank Steinbrenner.

2007: Alex Rodriguez Wins MVP

In 2007, Alex Rodriguez won the American League MVP award for the Yankees, a title that would not be claimed again by a Yankee until Aaron Judge won the award in 2022.

2007: Joe Torre's Last Season Managing Yankees

In 2007, Joe Torre's tenure as manager of the Yankees came to an end. From 1996 to 2007, Torre managed the team, winning six pennants and four World Series championships.

2007: Interleague Game at Oracle Park

In 2007, the Yankees and Giants played an interleague game at Oracle Park, then known as AT&T Park, continuing their rivalry in a different setting.

2007: Playoff Loss and Torre's Departure

In 2007, the Yankees' streak of nine straight AL East division titles ended, but they still reached the playoffs as a wild card. They lost in the first round to the Cleveland Indians. After the series, manager Joe Torre left the Yankees.

September 21, 2008: Final Game at Yankee Stadium

On September 21, 2008, the Yankees played their final regular-season game at Yankee Stadium, defeating the Orioles. After the game, Derek Jeter addressed the crowd, honoring the stadium's history.

2008: Highest payroll in American sports

At the start of the 2008 season, the New York Yankees had a payroll of around $200 million, the highest of any American sports team.

2008: Joint venture with Dallas Cowboys

In 2008, the New York Yankees announced a joint venture with the National Football League's Dallas Cowboys to form a partnership in running food and beverage, and other catering services to both teams' stadiums.

2008: Highest average attendance per game

The 2008 season saw the highest average attendance per game in Yankees history, with approximately 53,000 fans attending each game.

2008: Last Season at Original Yankee Stadium

The 2008 season was the last season that the New York Yankees played at the original Yankee Stadium in the Bronx.

June 1, 2009: Error-Free Record

On June 1, 2009, the Yankees set a major league record by playing error-free baseball for 18 consecutive games, marking a significant defensive achievement during the 2009 season.

2009: Move to New Yankee Stadium

In 2009, the New York Yankees moved into a new Yankee Stadium built next to the old one.

2009: Yankees win World Series

In 2009, the New York Yankees won the World Series, defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in six games, marking their most recent championship win. The 2009 World Series win occurred in the year the new Yankee stadium opened and with Joe Girardi as manager.

October 17, 2010: Death of Freddy Schuman

Freddy Schuman, known as "Freddy Sez", a famous Yankees fan who attended home games for over 50 years with a baseball cap, Yankees jersey, and a cake pan with a shamrock and encouraging messages, died on October 17, 2010, at the age of 85.

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2010: Deaths of Bob Sheppard, George Steinbrenner, and Ralph Houk

During the 2010 All-Star break, the Yankees mourned the deaths of public address announcer Bob Sheppard and principal owner George Steinbrenner. Shortly after, former player and manager Ralph Houk also passed away.

2010: Death of George Steinbrenner

George Steinbrenner, owner of the New York Yankees, passed away in 2010, leaving his son Hal Steinbrenner as the main managing partner.

2010: George Steinbrenner Dies

George Steinbrenner, who bought the Yankees, died in 2010.

2010: Perfect Game Record

In 2010, Don Larsen's 1956 perfect game remained the only perfect game in postseason play and the only postseason no-hitter until then.

August 25, 2011: Three Grand Slams in One Game

On August 25, 2011, the Yankees became the first team in Major League history to hit three grand slams in a single game against the Oakland Athletics. The grand slams were hit by Robinson Canó, Russell Martin, and Curtis Granderson.

2011: Cardinals' Last World Series Win

In 2011, the St. Louis Cardinals won their last World Series championship, marking their 11th title and solidifying their position as the second-most successful team in MLB history behind the Yankees.

2012: ALDS and ALCS Loss

In 2012, the Yankees finished with the AL's best record and acquired Ichiro Suzuki. They defeated the Orioles in the ALDS, but lost to the Tigers in the ALCS, further impacted by a season-ending injury to Derek Jeter.

April 12, 2013: Second Triple Play Ever

On April 12, 2013, the Yankees executed their second triple play ever, scored as 4-6-5-6-5-3-4, which was the first of its kind in baseball history.

2013: Ranked fourth most valuable sports team

In 2013, Forbes magazine ranked the New York Yankees as the fourth most valuable sports team in the world, with a value of $2.3 billion.

2013: Astros Move to American League

In 2013, the Houston Astros moved to the American League, which eventually led to a rivalry with the Yankees as the Astros ascended to title contention.

2013: Interleague Game at Yankee Stadium

In 2013, the Yankees and Giants met in interleague play at the current Yankee Stadium.

September 25, 2014: Jeter's Final Home Game

On September 25, 2014, Derek Jeter, in his final home game, hit a walk-off single to defeat the Baltimore Orioles. Dellin Betances finished 3rd in AL Rookie of the Year voting, while Masahiro Tanaka finished 5th.

2014: Derek Jeter's Retirement

In 2014, Derek Jeter retired from the Yankees, leaving a captaincy void that was filled by Aaron Judge in 2022.

2015: Resurgence of Rodriguez and Teixeira

In 2015, Alex Rodriguez and Mark Teixeira experienced a resurgence in their performance, contributing to the Yankees' season. This contrasted with their struggles in the following year.

2015: Mets Losing the 2015 World Series

In 2015, the New York Mets lost the World Series, marking the first decade since the 1910s in which there was no World Series champion in New York.

August 12, 2016: Rodriguez's Final Game

On August 12, 2016, Alex Rodriguez played his final game and accepted a front office job with the Yankees. Mark Teixeira also had a walk-off grand slam in one of his final games. Tyler Austin and Aaron Judge debuted, hitting back-to-back home runs.

2016: Interleague Game at Yankee Stadium

In 2016, the Yankees and Giants met in interleague play at the current Yankee Stadium.

2016: Struggles and the Rise of "No Runs-D.M.C."

In 2016, the Yankees struggled, finishing 4th in the AL East. The trio of Betances, Chapman, and Miller, known as "No Runs-D.M.C.", dominated as relievers. The Yankees became sellers at the trade deadline.

2016: Value increase

In 2016, the Yankees value increased 9% from the year before.

May 14, 2017: Derek Jeter's Number 2 Retired

On May 14, 2017, the Yankees retired number 2 in honor of Derek Jeter, leaving 0 as the only single-digit number available for future Yankees players.

2017: Astros' Sign-Stealing Scandal Revealed

After the Astros' 2017 championship season, it was revealed that they had stolen signs, leading to increased animosity between the Astros and the Yankees.

2017: Hiring of Aaron Boone and Acquisition of Giancarlo Stanton

During the 2017-18 offseason, the Yankees hired Aaron Boone as their new manager and traded for Giancarlo Stanton. Stanton had an outstanding season in 2017, leading the major leagues in home runs and RBIs.

2017: Judge's Record-Breaking Season

In 2017, Aaron Judge led the American League with 52 home runs, breaking the major league record for most home runs by a rookie in a single season. Judge also won the Home Run Derby and was named Rookie of the Year.

2017: Ranked second most valuable sports team

In 2017, Forbes magazine ranked the New York Yankees as the second most valuable sports team at $3.7 billion, up 9% from 2016.

2017: Creation of "the Judge's Chambers"

In 2017, the New York Yankees management created a special cheer section called "the Judge's Chambers" in Section 104 for fans of outfielder Aaron Judge. The section is a special cheering section, and seats are given to lucky ticketholders and their families, along with black judicial robes with the team logo on the front and Judge's 99 jersey number on the back.

2018: Red Sox Win AL Division Series

In 2018, the Red Sox defeated the Yankees in the American League Division Series, continuing their rivalry in the playoffs.

2018: Value increase

In 2018, the Yankees value increased 15% from the year before.

June 25, 2019: New Home Run Record

On June 25, 2019, the Yankees set a new major league record for homering in 28 consecutive games, breaking the record set by the 2002 Texas Rangers, showcasing their offensive power.

August 31, 2019: Most Home Runs Hit in One Month

With a walk-off home run by DJ LeMahieu on August 31, 2019, the Yankees ended the month with a new record of 74 home runs hit in the month alone, making it the most home runs hit in a month by a single MLB team.

December 18, 2019: Signing of Gerrit Cole

On December 18, 2019, the Yankees signed Gerrit Cole to a nine-year, $324 million contract, a significant investment in their pitching rotation.

2019: Ranked most valuable MLB team

In 2019, Forbes magazine ranked the New York Yankees as the most valuable MLB team at $4.6 billion, up 15% from 2018.

2019: Kate Smith's rendition removed

In 2019, the New York Yankees stopped playing Kate Smith's rendition of "God Bless America" due to allegations of racism in some of her songs.

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2019: Interleague Game at Oracle Park

In 2019, the Yankees and Giants met in interleague play at Oracle Park, furthering their rivalry through regular-season matchups.

2019: London Series and ALCS Loss

In 2019, the Yankees played the Red Sox in the first MLB London Series, sweeping the two-game series. The Yankees reached the ALCS but lost to the Houston Astros, marking a decade without a World Series appearance.

May 19, 2021: Corey Kluber's No-Hitter

On May 19, 2021, Corey Kluber threw a no-hitter against the Texas Rangers, marking the Yankees' 12th no-hitter and their first since David Cone's perfect game in 1999.

2021: Equivalent Value of Purchase

In 1915, Ruppert and Huston paid $350,000 for the team which is equivalent to $9,375,000 in 2021.

2021: Equivalent Cost of Yankee Stadium

In 1923, Yankee Stadium cost $2.5 million to build, equivalent to $40,000,000 in 2021.

2021: Robert Merrill's version of "God Bless America" introduced

In 2021, the New York Yankees replaced the organ version of "God Bless America" with a recording of Robert Merrill's cover of the song.

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2021: Red Sox Win AL Wild Card Game

In 2021, the Red Sox defeated the Yankees in the American League Wild Card Game, further intensifying the rivalry.

December 21, 2022: Aaron Judge Named Team Captain

On December 21, 2022, Aaron Judge was named the 16th captain in Yankees history after signing a nine-year contract. He became the first captain since Derek Jeter's retirement in 2014.

2022: Announcer lineup in 2022

As of 2022, Michael Kay is the play-by-play announcer for the YES Network with David Cone, John Flaherty, and Paul O'Neill working as commentators.

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2022: Judge Breaks American League Record

In 2022, Aaron Judge hit 62 home runs, breaking Roger Maris's American League record.

2022: Ranked second most valuable sports team

In 2022, the New York Yankees were ranked as the second most valuable team behind the Dallas Cowboys, with a value of $6 billion.

2022: Judge's Historic Season and AL MVP

In 2022, the Yankees achieved their 30th straight winning season. Aaron Judge hit his 62nd home run, breaking the American League single-season record set in 1961. Judge also won AL MVP, the first Yankee to do so since Alex Rodriguez in 2007.

June 28, 2023: Domingo Germán Throws Perfect Game

On June 28, 2023, Domingo Germán pitched the 24th perfect game in MLB history, and the fourth in Yankees history, marking a rare and significant achievement.

December 6, 2023: Trade for Juan Soto

On December 6, 2023, the Yankees traded for Juan Soto, bolstering their lineup with a young superstar, setting the stage for a successful 2024 season.

2023: Yankees caps "viral" in Brazil

According to a 2023 New York Times report, Yankees caps (mostly counterfeit) are "viral" in Brazil, where customers often do not recognize the logo as representing a baseball team, but see it as a piece of Americana or a status symbol.

2023: Equivalent Purchase Value

In 1945, Webb, Topping, and MacPhail purchased the team for $2.8 million, which is equivalent to roughly $47.8 million in 2023.

2023: Interleague Game at Yankee Stadium

In 2023, the Yankees and Giants met in interleague play at the current Yankee Stadium, coinciding with the introduction of a balanced schedule format.

2023: Ranked second most valuable sports team

In 2023, the value of the New York Yankees rose 17% from 2022 to $7.1 billion, keeping them as the second most valuable sports team in the world.

2024: Yankees Valuation

According to Forbes, the Yankees' estimated value in 2024 is approximately $7.55 billion, making them the fourth-highest valued sports franchise in the world.

2024: Criticism after World Series loss

After the 2024 World Series loss at home, fans criticized the New York Yankees for playing "New York, New York".

2024: Win-Loss Record

From 1903 through the 2024 season, the Yankees' win–loss record is 10,778–8,148–88, resulting in a .569 winning percentage.

2024: CBS Buys 80% of the Yankees

In 1964, CBS purchased 80% of the Yankees from Topping and Webb for $11.2 million, equivalent to $113.6 million in 2024.

2024: Martin Fines Jackson

In 1978, Billy Martin suspended Reggie Jackson and fined him $9,000 (equivalent to $43,000 in 2024).

2024: Yankees value rises to $7.55 billion

In 2024, the New York Yankees' value rose to $7.55 billion, but the team fell to fourth overall in the rankings.

2024: Yankees and Cleveland Face Off in ALCS

In 2024, the Yankees and Cleveland faced off in the American League Championship Series, marking their most recent postseason encounter.

2024: Yankees' Pennant Win and World Series Loss

In 2024, the Yankees captured their 21st AL East title and secured the top seed in the American League. They won their 41st AL Pennant and reached the World Series, but ultimately lost to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games. Aaron Judge was named AL MVP for the second time.

2024: Steinbrenner Buys the Yankees

On January 3, 1973, CBS announced they were selling the club to a group of investors, led by George Steinbrenner, for $10 million, equivalent to $70.8 million in 2024.

2024: Dodgers Win World Series

The Los Angeles Dodgers have won three of five World Series matchups against the Yankees since moving to Los Angeles, including the most recent in 2024.

2024: All-Time Regular Season Winning Percentage

Through 2024, the Yankees hold the best all-time regular-season winning percentage in MLB history, at .569, with a record of 10,778 wins and 8,148 losses.

2025: Cashman, Boone and Judge in current roles

As of 2025, Brian Cashman is the team's general manager, Aaron Boone is the team's field manager, and Aaron Judge is the team captain.

2025: Appearance Policy Modified

In 2025, the Yankees' appearance policy, originally instituted in 1973, was modified to allow well-groomed beards.

2025: Rotation of Sinatra songs after losses

Starting in the 2025 season, the Yankees stopped playing "New York, New York" after losses, instead choosing a rotation of other songs from Sinatra including "That's Life."

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