It’s been 18 years since the 2004 Red Sox became the only team in MLB history to overcome a 3–0 series deficit in the postseason when Boston beat the Yankees in the ALCS. The Red Sox went on to sweep the Cardinals in the World Series to win their first championship in 86 years.
Fast forward to 2022, and the Yankees find themselves in a similar predicament, down 0–3 in the ALCS. The Astros have dominated the series and have put the 99-win Yankees on the brink of elimination.
Ahead of Sunday night’s pivotal Game 4 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, the New York clubhouse is looking for any extra motivation it can find as the franchise attempts to turn the series around.
