The New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful franchises in professional sports history. Based in the Bronx, New York City, the Yankees have won a record 27 World Series championships and 40 American League (AL) pennants, making them the most successful team in Major League Baseball (MLB) history. (Summer 2025 schedule is included at the end of this article)

Early Years (1901–1919): The Baltimore Orioles and New York Highlanders

• The franchise began in 1901 as the Baltimore Orioles in the newly formed American League.
• In 1903, the team was moved to New York and renamed the New York Highlanders, playing at Hilltop Park in Manhattan.
• The team struggled in its early years, with only a few winning seasons.

The Birth of the Yankees (1920–1935)

• In 1913, the team officially became the New York Yankees and moved to the Polo Grounds, sharing the stadium with the New York Giants.
• In 1920, the Yankees acquired Babe Ruth from the Boston Red Sox, a move that changed baseball history. Ruth’s incredible hitting revolutionized the game and turned the Yankees into a powerhouse.
• In 1923, the Yankees moved into Yankee Stadium, known as “The House That Ruth Built.”
• The team won its first World Series in 1923, defeating the Giants.
• The 1927 Yankees, known as “Murderers’ Row,” featuring Ruth and Lou Gehrig, are considered one of the greatest teams ever, going 110–44 and sweeping the World Series.

The Gehrig and DiMaggio Era (1936–1951)

• After Ruth’s departure in 1935, Lou Gehrig became the face of the franchise until his tragic retirement in 1939 due to ALS (now known as Lou Gehrig’s disease).
• Joe DiMaggio debuted in 1936, leading the Yankees to four straight World Series titles (1936–1939).
• The Yankees dominated the 1940s and early 1950s, winning seven World Series between 1941 and 1953, including five straight (1949–1953) under manager Casey Stengel.

The Mantle and Maris Era (1954–1964)

• Mickey Mantle emerged as the team’s new superstar in the 1950s, leading the Yankees to multiple championships.
• In 1961, Mantle and Roger Maris chased Babe Ruth’s single-season home run record, with Maris ultimately breaking it with 61 home runs.
• The Yankees won the World Series in 1961 and 1962 but began to decline after losing to the St. Louis Cardinals in 1964.

The Dark Years (1965–1975)

• After decades of dominance, the Yankees struggled in the late 1960s and early 1970s.
• The team was sold to CBS in 1964 but was later bought by George Steinbrenner in 1973, marking the beginning of a new era.

The Bronx Zoo Era (1976–1981)

• Under Steinbrenner’s ownership, the Yankees returned to prominence, led by Reggie Jackson, Thurman Munson, and Billy Martin.
• The Yankees won back-to-back World Series in 1977 and 1978, with Jackson earning the nickname “Mr. October” for his clutch hitting.
• Internal conflicts between players, managers, and Steinbrenner led to this period being called “The Bronx Zoo.”

The Mattingly Years and Drought (1982–1995)

• Don Mattingly became the team’s star in the 1980s, but the Yankees failed to win a World Series during his career.
• The team struggled in the late 1980s and early 1990s, missing the playoffs for over a decade.

The Jeter-Rivera Dynasty (1996–2009)

• In the mid-1990s, a new core of homegrown talent emerged, including Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera, Andy Pettitte, and Jorge Posada.
• Under manager Joe Torre, the Yankees won four World Series (1996, 1998, 1999, 2000) and six AL pennants.
• The 1998 Yankees (114–48) are considered one of the greatest teams ever.
• The Yankees returned to the World Series in 2001 (losing to the Diamondbacks) and 2003 (losing to the Marlins) and won again in 2009 with a new core including Alex Rodriguez and CC Sabathia.

Recent Years (2010–Present)

• The Yankees remained competitive but struggled to return to the World Series, despite strong performances from players like Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton.
• In 2017, the Yankees came close to the World Series but lost to the Houston Astros in the ALCS.
• Aaron Judge broke the AL single-season home run record with 62 in 2022.
• The team continues to be a playoff contender but has not won a World Series since 2009.

Legacy and Impact

• The Yankees are known for their pinstripes, the interlocking “NY” logo, and legendary players like Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Mantle, Jeter, and Rivera.
• They hold numerous MLB records, including most championships, most Hall of Famers, and most retired numbers.
• The rivalry with the Boston Red Sox is one of the fiercest in sports.

The New York Yankees remain a symbol of excellence in baseball, with a legacy built on greatness, drama, and an unmatched winning tradition.

Summer 2025 Schedule

The New York Yankees summer 2025 schedule includes a mix of home and road games, with key series against teams like the Red Sox, Mets, and Braves. They will also participate in the MLB All-Star Break and Home Run Derby in July. The season opener is on March 27th against the Milwaukee Brewers at Yankee Stadium.
Here’s a more detailed look:
July 2025:
July 13-15: Yankees will be at Yankee Stadium, including the MLB All-Star Game.
July 18-20: Yankees will travel to Atlanta to play the Braves.
July 21-23: Yankees will play the Blue Jays in Toronto.
July 25-27: Yankees will be at Yankee Stadium to play the Phillies.
July 28-30: Yankees will host the Tampa Bay Rays.
July 31: Yankees will host the Tampa Bay Rays.
August 2025:
August 1-3: Yankees will be in Miami to play the Marlins.
August 4-6: Yankees will travel to Texas to play the Rangers.
August 8-10: Yankees will host the Houston Astros.
Other Notable Series:
June 6-8: Yankees will face the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium.
June 13-15 and September 12-14: Yankees will travel to Fenway Park to play the Red Sox.
August 21-24: Yankees will host the Red Sox at Yankee Stadium.
May 16-18 and July 4-6: Yankees will play a Subway Series against the Mets.
Key Dates and Events:
April 15: Yankees will host Kansas City on Jackie Robinson Day.
June 2: Yankees will be off for Lou Gehrig Day.
September 15: Yankees will play in Minnesota on Roberto Clemente Day.
September 23-28: Yankees will close out the regular season with a six-game homestand against the Chicago-AL and Baltimore.