Brian Cashman Admits Yankees Underperformed in World Series

The New York Yankees faced criticism for a series of fundamental mistakes during the World Series, particularly in base running. Despite their strong season leading up to the postseason and making it to the World Series, the team's performance fell short when it mattered most. Yankees' general manager Brian Cashman acknowledged that both base running and defensive lapses plagued the team. Joe Kelly, a reliever for the opposing Dodgers, even mocked the Yankees’ play, indicating a broader concern about their fundamentals. Cashman stated conversations with Dodgers executives showed Kelly's remarks reflected the opinion of a small segment of the team, not the entire organization. The Yankees ranked low in defensive runs saved but still reached the World Series, highlighting their overall good performance during the season. Cashman emphasized the need for improvement, especially in base running, and mentioned that the team's ongoing chances of retaining key players and improving agility could influence their competitiveness moving forward.