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NEW YORK – JULY 21: Alex Rodriguez #13 of the New York Yankees swings at the pitch against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on July 21, 2007 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. The Yankees defeated the Devil Rays 7-3 in game one of their doubleheader. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
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NEW YORK – JULY 21: Alex Rodriguez #13 of the New York Yankees swings at the pitch against the Tampa Bay Devil Rays on July 21, 2007 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. The Yankees defeated the Devil Rays 7-3 in game one of their doubleheader. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images)
New York Yankees are inarguably the most successful franchise in the history of MLB. Though they have not been at their best in the past few years, no team is close to their legacy. There is a certain reason why they are so successful. From Babe Ruth, Derek Jeter, and Alex ‘A-Rod’ Rodriguez, the Yankees always have been a favorite destination for top-level players.
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After a massive dip in the last season, the Yankees have been doing wonders this season. Under the leadership of Aaron Boone and Aaron Judge, the Yankees are on a nine-game winning streak this season.
Talking about A-Rod, one of the most prominent players in the Yankees’ history. In a career of over 20 years, A-Rod has spent the most time in the Bronx. While playing for the Yankees, A-Rod established himself as the legend of the game. He also won his only World Series title while playing for the Yankees.
Alex ‘A-Rod’ Rodriguez believes ‘discipline’ is the most important factor to win titles
To win titles in any sport, apart from talent, mentality and discipline, are two of the most significant factors. And even to date, the Yankees are one of the most disciplined sides in Major League Baseball. That is why they are so successful in MLB.
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NEW YORK – AUGUST 04: Alex Rodriguez #13 of the New York Yankees runs the bases after hitting his 600th career home run in the first inning against Shaun Marcum #28 of the Toronto Blue Jays on August 4, 2010 at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
Recently, while talking with Shams Charania and Marc Lore, A-Rod revealed why the Yankees won the World Series in the 2009 season. He claimed the Yankees won the championship in 2009 because of discipline, while he also heaped some high praise on the former Yankees’ owner, the late George Steinbrenner.
“I had a great opportunity to learn from George Steinbrenner for a long time…,” A-Rod said. “One of the greatest owners of all time, I know. God bless him! I love him dearly… I know when I won the World Championship, it was because we were very talented. But it’s not just about baseball or basketball. It’s really who is the most disciplined team.”
“I think it’s a really good culture and a great foundation to build off of and that’s the most important piece.”
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However, after that championship win in 2009, the Yankees have failed to win the World Series since then.
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Given their recent run, do you think they stand a chance to end their title drought in the Bronx?
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