The 2025 Yankees were a team that should’ve had all the pieces necessary to build on their first pennant in 15 years and make a serious run at winning the World Series.

They had a powerful offense, which, while lacking towards the bottom, boasted six hitters with a wRC+ north of 125, all in the lineup. They had worthwhile bench platoon options, and even their below-average hitters at the bottom of the order were playable and boosted the team defensively.

Speaking of defense, while it was heavily publicized as an issue for much of the season, it really wasn’t come October. The team’s weakest defensive positions (SS, CF, 1B) did not hamper them in October in any meaningful fashion, while they benefitted from above average defense at second base, the corners of the outfield, and third base.

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