Things That Yankees Fans Can Look Forward to In 2016
Most people are feeling a bit lost due to the fact that football is over and baseball seasons has yet to begin. For the most part, baseball fans are fiercely loyal to their teams and stick with them win or lose. Among the most loyal fan bases out there root for the New York Yankees. They buy their Yankees Tickets each and every year to see what their team can do. This year, they have a lot to look forward to and may have a winning season on their hands if the stars align just right. Below are some of the things that Yankees fans can look forward to in the 2016 season.
The Pitching of Louis Severino
One of the biggest storylines of the 2016 off season has been the acquisition of Louis Severino. For years, the Yankees pitching staff has been longing for a go to pitcher with power and finesse. Many fans think that this 21 year old dynamo is just what the Yankees need to get their bull pen in check. Time will tell if Severino will be the pitcher he is hyped to be, but if spring training is any indication he is definitely the player to watch.
The Power of Didi Gregorious
Among the most important things to a Yankee fan is making sure they have a roster full of power hitters. The Yankees have had greats like Babe Ruth and Derek Jeter at the plate, which has set the bar high for other players. At the beginning of the 2015 season, Didi Gregorious did not look like he was going to be anything special. As the season wore on, he proved to be both a great defender and a beast at the plate. This year, Didi Gregorious is anticipated to come out strong and be one of the leaders of the Yankees ball club.
The Consistency of Alex Rodriguez
Since the departure of powerhouse Derek Jeter, many Yankee faithful have begun to put Alex Rodriguez in his place. Over the years. A Rod has been a consistent hitter and one of the most sure handed defenders the league has ever seen. A Rod has two years left on his contract and many analysts feel that this may be his last hooray. Only time will tell if A Rod hangs around, but one thing is for certain he will be giving it his all this season.
There are a number of teams in the American and National leagues that have done a lot of retooling over the off season. Many people are anticipating opening day and the promise of better days ahead for their team.
