The New York Yankees are a legendary Major League Baseball team with a storied history and a long list of championships. They are a beloved team of New York City, having been established in 1903 and having won 27 World Series titles since then.
As a proud member of the American League East division, the Yankees have had a number of iconic players, including Babe Ruth and Derek Jeter, and have had a profound impact on the national pastime.
1. Roger Clemens
Pitcher
Career
- 11× All-Star (1986, 1988, 1990–1992, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2003–2005)
- 2× World Series champion (1999, 2000)
- 7× Cy Young Award (1986, 1987, 1991, 1997, 1998, 2001, 2004)
- AL MVP (1986)
- 2× Triple Crown (1997, 1998)
- 4× MLB wins leader (1986, 1987, 1997, 1998)
- 7× ERA leader (1986, 1990–1992, 1997, 1998, 2005)
- 5× AL strikeout leader (1988, 1991, 1996–1998)
- MLB record 20 strikeouts in a nine-inning game (twice)
- Major League Baseball All-Century Team
- Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame
Roger Clemens enjoyed a Hall of Fame career as one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007, and his number 21 has been retired by both the Red Sox and Yankees.
Clemens is known for his powerful fastball, which he used to win 25 Cy Young Awards during his illustrious career. He also had an impressive strikeout rate, recording 4,672 strikeouts over 18 seasons.
After leaving Boston following the 2003 season, Clemens spent time with the New York Yankees before retiring after the 2007 campaign.
In those final years on earth, he battled cancer but ultimately overcame it to die at age 55 in October 2015 from complications related to pneumonia. In 2004, Roger Clemens was elected to the Hall of Fame. Clemens is an 11-time All-Star and 2x World Series champion.
He holds several MLB records, including 20 strikeouts in a nine-inning game and 7 Cy Young Awards.
In 2007 he joined the New York Yankees as their new pitcher.
Also Played For: boston red sox
2. Mike Mussina
Pitcher
Career
- 5× All-Star (1992–1994, 1997, 1999), 7× Gold Glove Award (1996–1999, 2001, 2003, 2008), MLB wins leader (1995), Baltimore Orioles Hall of Fame
Mike Mussina was a dominant pitcher in his day, and he won 270 games over the course of his career. He made his MLB debut with the Baltimore Orioles in 1991, and stayed there for six seasons before moving on to the Yankees.
While with New York, he helped lead them to three World Series titles (1996-1998) as well as four American League pennants (1995-1997, 1999).
In 2008, after playing just one season for the Washington Nationals, Mike retired at age 39 due to an injury sustained during spring training.
Since retiring from baseball, Mike has focused on broadcasting and coaching; he currently works as a color commentator for MASN televison broadcasts of the Baltimore Orioles games. Mussina was a three-time All Star and won seven Gold Glove Awards, making him one of the most decorated pitchers in Orioles history.
Mussina led the majors in wins twice (1995 and 2001) and finished third once (1996). He also holds records for most strikeouts in a season with 2,813 (1999), as well as consecutive complete games without an ERA over 5 innings pitched streak of 7 starts (2002–2004).
After spending 13 seasons with Baltimore, Mussina signed with the Yankees in 2008 where he spent six more seasons before retiring at age 41.
Also Played For: baltimore orioles, national baseball hall of fame and museum
3. Alex Rodriguez
Shortstop
Career
- 14× All-Star (1996–1998, 2000–2008, 2010, 2011), World Series champion (2009), 3× AL MVP (2003, 2005, 2007), 2× Gold Glove Award (2002, 2003), 10× Silver Slugger Award (1996, 1998–2003, 2005, 2007, 2008), 4× AL Hank Aaron Award (2001–2003, 2007), MLB batting champion (1996), 5× AL home run leader (2001–2003, 2005, 2007), 2× MLB RBI leader (2002, 2007)
Alex Rodriguez is a former MLB player who currently works as an analyst for the Fox Sports broadcast network. Rodriguez played shortstop and third base in his career, but he was most famous for his time with the New York Yankees where he helped lead them to three World Series championships.
In 2015, Rodriguez announced that he would be retiring from baseball at the age of 40 after playing 21 seasons in the majors. Despite announcing his retirement, Rodriguez still plays occasionally for charity events and has been rumored to play again in 2019 or 2020 if he can find a team willing to sign him up.
Alex Rodriquez is one of only two players (the other being Pete Rose) ever to hit 3,000 hits and 600 home runs in their careers. Rodriguez's record-breaking stats have won him numerous awards including five AL MVPs and ten Gold Gloves Award nominations - which makes him arguably one of the best defensive infielders ever.
Even though Rodriguez retired from professional baseball following the 2016 season, many believe that there is still potential for him to come back and win another championship with either the Yankees or another team down the line.
Also Played For: texas rangers, seattle mariners
4. Mark Teixeira
Infielder
Career
- 3× All-Star (2005, 2009, 2015), World Series champion (2009), 5× Gold Glove Award (2005, 2006, 2009, 2010, 2012), 3× Silver Slugger Award (2004, 2005, 2009), AL home run leader (2009), AL RBI leader (2009), Dick Howser Trophy (2000)
Mark Teixeira is a first baseman and right-handed hitter who has played in the MLB for 13 seasons, most recently with the Yankees. He has had success at the major league level, batting over .270 each season.
Mark Teixeira was born on April 11th, 1980 in Annapolis, Maryland. After attending college at Santa Clara University and then playing minor league baseball for several teams before signing with Texas Rangers in 2003, he made his MLB debut that year and became one of their regular players from thereon out.
In 2010 he signed a $180 million dollar contract extension with the Yankees which kept him with them until 2016 when he announced his retirement after being injured during spring training; however he later changed his mind about retiring and decided to sign back up with New York as their DH/first baseman coach instead.
5. Joe Torre
Infielder
Career
- 9× All-Star (1963–1967, 1970–1973), 4× World Series champion (1996, 1998–2000), NL MVP (1971), Gold Glove Award (1965), NL batting champion (1971), NL RBI leader (1971), 2× AL Manager of the Year (1996, 1998), New York Yankees No. 6 retired, Braves Hall of Fame, St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame, Monument Park honoree
Joe Torre is a three-time World Series champion manager, most notably with the New York Yankees in 1996 and 1999. He also managed the Los Angeles Dodgers from 2003 to 2007 before joining ESPN as an analyst in 2008.
In 2015, he was named special advisor for baseball operations for the New York Mets. Born on July 18, 1940, Joe Torre played catcher and first baseman throughout his career before becoming a manager in 1977 at the age of 36.
His teams won nine division titles and three league championships during his 19 years managing MLB clubs (1977–1993).
Torre has been honored numerous times by various organizations including being voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1998 and receiving the Presidential Medal of Freedom from Ulysses S Grant III in 2013.
He also won induction into both the National Italian American Sports Hall of Fame (2014) and the Brooklyn Jewish Veteran's Memorial Park Athletic Association Hall of Fame (2015).
Also Played For: st louis cardinals, atlanta braves
6. CC Sabathia
Pitcher
Career
- 6× All-Star (2003, 2004, 2007, 2010–2012), World Series champion (2009), AL Cy Young Award (2007), ALCS MVP (2009), 2× MLB wins leader (2009, 2010)
CC Sabathia is a 42-year-old pitcher who has spent his entire career with the New York Yankees. Over the course of his 15-year MLB career, Sabathia has compiled an impressive record of 331–221 and 3,154 strikeouts in 5,097 innings pitched.
In 2019, CC Sabathia made his final appearance for the Yankees after announcing he would be retiring at the season's end. A two-time AL Cy Young Award winner (2009 and 2010), Sabathia was also named to five All-Star teams and finished in the top ten in voting on four occasions.
Known for his strong fastball ball rotation and effective changeup pitch, CC Sabathia will go down as one of the greatest pitchers in Yankee history. CC Sabathia is a seven-time All-Star and two-time MLB wins leader.
He has had an impressive win–loss record, posting 251 victories against 161 losses in his career.
In 2007, CC Sabathia won the AL Cy Young Award after leading the league in ERA (3.74) and strikeouts (3,093). After spending eight years with Cleveland Indians, he was traded to Milwaukee Brewers before signing with New York Yankees in 2009.
Sabathia helped lead the Yankees to back–to–back World Series titles in 2016 and 2017 before retiring at the end of the 2019 season due to an injury.
Also Played For: milwaukee brewers, cleveland indians
7. Aroldis Chapman
Pitcher
Career
- 7× All-Star (2012–2015, 2018, 2019, 2021), World Series champion (2016), All-MLB Second Team (2019), AL Reliever of the Year (2019), 300 save club, MLB records, Fastest pitch in MLB history – 105.1 miles per hour (169.1 km/h)
Chapman is a relief pitcher for the New York Yankees. Chapman has a 44-35 win-loss record and an ERA of 2.48 in MLB play. He has struck out 1,045 batters in 955 innings pitched over 10 seasons in the big leagues.
Chapman led all relievers with 315 saves during his career up to date with the Yankees organization as of 2019 season, making him one of most successful bullpen arms ever in baseball history at that position.
Aroldis Chapman is an elite relief pitcher who has set MLB records and won championships.
He was born in the Dominican Republic, but moved to Venezuela at a young age. Chapman made his major league debut with the Cincinnati Reds in 2010 and quickly established himself as one of the top relievers in baseball.
In 2012, he became just the second reliever ever to be named an All-Star starter, helping lead the Reds to their first championship appearance since 1990.
The following year, Chapman led all Major League pitchers with 40 saves while also winning another World Series title with the Yankees.
In 2016, he helped lead New York back to the playoffs for a third time in four years and subsequently won his first Cy Young Award as best pitcher in baseball that season by posting a record-breaking 1:0 shutout against Toronto en route to becoming world champion again (his second title overall).
Chapman has continued playing at an high level into 2017 and 2018; however, on July 20th of this year it was announced that he had been suspended for 50 games due to violating MLB's drug policy involving performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).
This means that Aroldis will miss out on key playoff action including potentially pitching in game seven of this year's World Series between Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Which would have seen him become only 5th player ever (after Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson, Randy Johnson & Pedro Martinez) with 4 titles & 3 MVP awards.
Also Played For: cincinnati reds
8. Reggie Jackson
Outfielder
Career
- 14× All-Star (1969, 1971–1975, 1977–1984), 5× World Series champion (1972–1974, 1977, 1978), AL MVP (1973), 2× World Series MVP (1973, 1977), 2× Silver Slugger Award (1980, 1982), 4× AL home run leader (1973, 1975, 1980, 1982), AL RBI leader (1973), Oakland Athletics No. 9 retired, New York Yankees No. 44 retired, Athletics Hall of Fame, Monument Park honoree
Reggie Jackson was a dominant right fielder for the New York Yankees in the late 1970's and early 1980's. He helped lead the team to three World Series titles, batting over .300 each season and hitting over 100 home runs twice.
Jackson struggled with alcoholism during his career and had several run-ins with law enforcement, including one incident in which he shot at an intruder who had broken into his home.
After retiring from baseball, Jackson began working as a broadcaster for both television and radio stations around the country.
He has since passed away at age 76 after battling cancer Reggie Jackson was a 5x World Series champion and MVP with the Oakland Athletics. He is one of only four players in history to have won three MVP awards, as well as two Silver Slugger Awards for best offensive player at his position.
His 14 All-Star selections are second all time behind only Joe DiMaggio's 16 honors.Reggie hit over 500 home runs during his career, establishing himself as one of the most feared hitters in baseball history.
Also Played For: oakland athletics, california angels best player
9. Catfish Hunter
Pitcher
Career
- 8× All-Star (1966, 1967, 1970, 1972–1976), 5× World Series champion (1972–1974, 1977, 1978), AL Cy Young Award (1974), 2× MLB wins leader (1974, 1975), AL ERA leader (1974), Pitched a perfect game on May 8, 1968, Oakland Athletics No. 27 retired, Athletics Hall of Fame
Catfish Hunter was a pitcher in Major League Baseball who played for the Kansas City Athletics, New York Yankees and California Angels. He had a 224-166 win-loss record with 3.26 ERA and 2.012 strikeouts in 2,012 innings pitched.
Catfish Hunter began his professional career in 1965 with the Kansas City Athletics and made his MLB debut that year. After playing for several other teams throughout the 1970s, he joined the Oakland A's in 1979 where he finished his career two seasons later.
Catfish Hunter was notable for being one of baseball's most durable pitchers - appearing in more than 200 games each season from 1975 to 1978, as well as all but one game during his three years with the California Angels (1979–1981).
In 1999, at age 53, Catfish Hunter died after suffering an apparent heart attack while fishing off North Carolina's Outer Banks island chain.
10. DJ LeMahieu
Colorado Rockies
Career
- 3× All-Star (2015, 2017, 2019), 2× All-MLB First Team (2019, 2020), 4× Gold Glove Award (2014, 2017, 2018, 2022), 3x Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award (2013, 2017, 2018), 2× Silver Slugger Award (2019, 2020), 2× batting champion (2016, 2020), Fielding Bible Award (2017)
DJ LeMahieu is a 34-year-old infielder for the New York Yankees. He was drafted by the Chicago Cubs in the third round of the 2010 MLB Draft and made his debut with them that season.
In 2011, he signed with the Yankees and has been a mainstay on their roster since then, appearing in over 1,000 games over six seasons.
His standout season came in 2017 when he hit .292 with 27 home runs and 92 RBIs - earning him an All-Star selection along the way.
As one of only a few veteran players left on New York's roster following this year's trade deadline, it will be interesting to see how much longer LeMahieu remains part of team history – or if another player takes his place soon enough.
DJ LeMahieu is a three-time All-Star, two time first team all-MLB selection, four time Gold Glove Award winner, and three times Wilson Defensive Player of the Year nominee.
He has won batting titles in both 2016 and 2020 and was named fielding Bible Award recipient in 2017. LeMahieu spent seven seasons with the Colorado Rockies before signing with the New York Yankees as a free agent in 2019.
Also Played For: colorado rockies, mlb utility
11. David Cone
Pitcher
Career
- 5× All-Star (1988, 1992, 1994, 1997, 1999), 5× World Series champion (1992, 1996, 1998–2000), AL Cy Young Award (1994), MLB wins leader (1998), 2× MLB strikeout leader (1990, 1991), Pitched a perfect game on July 18, 1999
David Cone was one of the most dominant pitchers in baseball during the 1990s. He led his teams to a record 194 wins in 306 games and finished with an ERA of 3.46, striking out 2,688 batters over that span.
David Cone had some trouble staying healthy throughout his career - he only played in 186 games from 1996-2003 due to various injuries including Tommy John Surgery and a torn rotator cuff..
Despite these setbacks, David Cone is still considered one of the best pitcher's ever by many fans and experts alike for his dominance on the field coupled with durability issues off it David Cone was a dominant pitcher in both the major and minor leagues.
He won five World Series titles with the Toronto Blue Jays, including back-to-back championships in 1992 and 1993. In 1994, he became the first player to win an AL Cy Young Award while also winning MVP honors that season.
After spending time with six different teams over his 18 year career, David Cone retired as one of the most successful pitchers in baseball history.
Also Played For: kansas city royals
12. Babe Ruth
New York Yankees
Career
- 2× All-Star (1933, 1934), 7× World Series champion (1915, 1916, 1918, 1923, 1927, 1928, 1932), AL MVP (1923), AL batting champion (1924), 12× AL home run leader (1918–1921, 1923, 1924, 1926–1931), 5× AL RBI leader (1919–1921, 1923, 1926), AL ERA leader (1916), New York Yankees No. 3 retired, Monument Park honoree, Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame, Major League Baseball All-Century Team, Major League Baseball All-Time Team, Other career achievements and records
Babe Ruth was one of the most popular and well-known athletes of his time. He is best known for his record breaking home run totals, but he also played in the outfield and pitcher during his career.
Born in 1895, Babe Ruth made his MLB debut with the Boston Red Sox on July 11th 1914 and would go on to play for seven different teams over a fourteen year career. His final MLB game was played with the Braves on May 30th, 1935.
In 2,873 games played, Babe Ruth hit 342 home runs which is an all-time record that still stands today. Additionally, he led the American League in batting average eight times and won three MVP Awards (1914-15).
Known as "The Sultan of Swat", Ruth's antics off the field are legendary including bribing umpires and fighting with players from other teams - often leading to riots between fans.
However, despite all this controversy, it is clear that no one ever doubted Babe's talent as a player or person - even when he wasn't winning championships on the field. Although he retired after playing just five seasons in 1935 due to injuries sustained while boxing (he eventually died from them at 53 years old),
There can be no doubt that without Babe Ruth baseball would not be what it is today - especially given his incredible impact both on and off the field.
Also Played For: baseball, boston braves
13. Lou Gehrig
New York Yankees
Career
- 7× All-Star (1933–1939), 6× World Series champion (1927, 1928, 1932, 1936–1938), 2× AL MVP (1927, 1936), Triple Crown (1934), AL batting champion (1934), 3× AL home run leader (1931, 1934, 1936), 5× AL RBI leader (1927, 1928, 1930, 1931, 1934), Hit 4 home runs in one game on June 3, 1932, New York Yankees captain (1935–1939), New York Yankees No. 4 retired, Monument Park honoree, Major League Baseball All-Century Team, Major League Baseball All-Time Team
Lou Gehrig was one of the most successful baseball players in history, winning four MVP Awards and a record 73 consecutive games played without an error.
Gehrig's career was cut short by ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease), but his legacy lives on as one of the greatest first basemen to ever play the game. Lou Gehrig is also well known for his trademark "Hang 'em High" gesture after hitting a home run.
His funeral was attended by more than 2 million people, making him one of the most famous athletes in history. Lou Gehrig was a celebrated baseball player who played for the New York Yankees from 1923 to 1939.
He is best remembered for his record-breaking home runs and RBIs, as well as being captain of the team during his time there.
Gehrig died in 1941 at the age of 37 due to ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis), which left him wheelchair-bound and largely unable to speak or move on his own.
In spite of this, he remains one of the most beloved players in MLB history, with numerous monuments and ceremonies dedicated to him throughout the league's storied history.
His story has been told many times over by various writers, including books and even an award-winning movie released in 2013 starring Will Smith.
14. Aaron Judge
New York Yankees
Career
- 4× All-Star (2017, 2018, 2021, 2022), AL MVP (2022), 2× All-MLB First Team (2021, 2022), AL Rookie of the Year (2017), 3× Silver Slugger Award (2017, 2021, 2022), Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award (2019), AL Hank Aaron Award (2022), 2× AL home run leader (2017, 2022), AL RBI leader (2022), New York Yankees captain (2023–present), AP Athlete of the Year (2022)
Aaron Judge is a 30-year-old outfielder for the New York Yankees. He was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 2013 MLB draft and made his debut with them in 2016.
In 2018, he hit .284 with 748 hits in 597 at bats. He has won two MVP awards (2017,2018) and five Gold Glove Awards (2016,2017,2018,2019,2020). Aaron Judge married Madison Bumgarner's sister Brittany on October 3rd 2019 which caused some uproar online but they seem to be doing well together.
Aaron Judge is a powerful and imposing hitter with the ability to hit home runs at an unbelievable frequency. He has been named AL MVP, All-Star, and Silver Slugger Award winner during his impressive career with the Yankees.
Judge also holds several other records in baseball including most home runs in a season (53) and most RBIs in a season (157). As captain of the Yankees, he will be crucial to their success moving forward.
Also Played For: mlb
15. Joe DiMaggio
New York Yankees
Career
- 13× All-Star (1936–1942, 1946–1951), 9× World Series champion (1936–1939, 1941, 1947, 1949–1951), 3× AL MVP (1939, 1941, 1947), 2× AL batting champion (1939, 1940), 2× AL home run leader (1937, 1948), 2× AL RBI leader (1941, 1948), MLB record 56-game hitting streak, New York Yankees No. 5 retired, Monument Park honoree, Major League Baseball All-Century Team
Joe DiMaggio was one of the most dominant players in baseball history, winning five MVP Awards and averaging over .300 for his career. He began his MLB career with the New York Yankees in 1936 and remained with them until 1951.
Joe DiMaggio is best known for his record-breaking streak of hitting safely in 56 consecutive games, which stands as the all-time record for a single season.
After retiring from playing professionally, Joe DiMaggio became a broadcaster for both radio and television stations across America before passing away at the age of 84 years old.
Joe DiMaggio was one of the most dominant players in baseball history, and his record-breaking career is well known. He played for the New York Yankees from 1936 to 1951, winning nine World Series titles along the way.
DiMaggio's 361 home runs are still a league record, and he also led the AL in batting average four times. He was an all-star 12 times and won three MVP awards.
His 56-game hitting streak is also a MLB record; no player has ever hit more than 50 in a row before or since. Joe DiMaggio will always be remembered as one of the greatest athletes in American history.
16. Mickey Mantle
New York Yankees
Career
- 20× All-Star (1952–1965, 1967, 1968), 7× World Series champion (1951–1953, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1962), 3× AL MVP (1956, 1957, 1962), Triple Crown (1956), Gold Glove Award (1962), AL batting champion (1956), 4× AL home run leader (1955, 1956, 1958, 1960), AL RBI leader (1956), New York Yankees No. 7 retired, Monument Park honoree, Major League Baseball All-Century Team
Mickey Mantle was an all-time great center fielder who played for the Yankees from 1951 to 1968. He is best known for his batting average of .298 and hits total of 2,415.
Mickey Mantle had a powerful right arm that helped him hit many home runs. His record-breaking career earned him numerous awards including three MVPs and nine World Series titles.
Mickey Mantle died in 1995 at the age of 63 after a long battle with cancer. Mickey Mantle was one of the greatest hitters in American League history. He hit 536 home runs and 1,509 RBIs during his career with the Yankees.
Mickey Mantle was a 10-time All-Star and 3x AL MVP award winner. He also won a Triple Crown in 1956 and was named an MLB All-Century Team member in 1999. Mickey Mantle's nickname "The Mick" is legendary for good reason - he was one of the most exciting players to watch on any field ever.
17. Gerrit Cole
New York Yankees
Career
- 5× All-Star (2015, 2018, 2019, 2021, 2022), 2× All-MLB First Team (2019, 2021), All-MLB Second Team (2020), AL ERA leader (2019), 2× MLB strikeout leader (2019, 2022), AL wins leader (2021)
Gerrit Cole is a starting pitcher for the New York Yankees. He made his MLB debut with the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2013 and has since been successful, winning 130 games in total.
Cole was born on September 8th 1990 in Newport Beach, California and currently resides there with his wife and two young children. In terms of ethnicity, Cole is of African American descent.
Gerrit Cole is a highly touted pitcher in the MLB. He has had an excellent career, both with Pittsburgh and Houston. His accolades include five All-Star appearances and two MVP votes. In 2019, he led the AL in ERA and strikeouts, while also winning a title with the Astros as their ace pitcher.
Cole will continue to be one of the top pitchers in baseball for years to come.
18. Giancarlo Stanton
Right fielder
Career
- Batting average: .264
- Hits: 1,383
- Home runs: 378
- Runs batted in: 971
- 5× All-Star (2012, 2014, 2015, 2017, 2022), NL MVP (2017), 2× Silver Slugger Award (2014, 2017), Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award (2012), 2× NL Hank Aaron Award (2014, 2017), MLB All-Star Game MVP (2022), 2× NL home run leader (2014, 2017), NL RBI leader (2017)
Stanton was born in Panorama City, California on November 8th, 1989. Stanton made his MLB debut for the Florida Marlins in 2010 and has since played for the New York Yankees (2012-2018), Miami Marlins (2019) and San Francisco Giants (2020).
Stanton is a right-handed hitter with 383 hits including 378 home runs. He also boasts 971 RBIs in 11 seasons of MLB play. Giancarlo Stanton is one of the most dominant hitters in baseball history, ranking first all time in batting average (.264), fourth in hits (1,383) and sixth in home runs (378).
Giancarlo Stanton is a five-time All-Star and two-time NL MVP. He has led the Majors in home runs twice and RBIs three times.
Stanton was named Wilson Defensive Player of the Year in 2012, becoming only the second player ever to win both awards (the other being Cal Ripken Jr.). In 2017, Giancarlo Stanton became just the fourth player in history to record 50 or more homers and 100 or more RBIs in a season.
Also Played For: florida marlins, miami marlins
19. Dave Winfield
Career
- 12× All-Star (1977–1988), World Series champion (1992), 7× Gold Glove Award (1979, 1980, 1982–1985, 1987), 6× Silver Slugger Award (1981–1985, 1992), Roberto Clemente Award (1994), NL RBI leader (1979), San Diego Padres No. 31 retired, San Diego Padres Hall of Fame
Dave Winfield is one of the most successful and well-known players in baseball history. He played for San Diego and Cleveland and is in the Hall of Fame.
Winfield was a right fielder who hit 3,110 hits and 465 home runs in his career. He was an All-Star eleven times and won three MVP Awards. Winfield was also a good fielder and led the league in fielding percentage twice.
Winfield retired after the 1995 season. Dave Winfield was one of the most accomplished and successful hitters in baseball history. He was a 12-time All-Star, a World Series champion, and a seven-time Silver Slugger Award winner.
Winfield is best known for his long career with the San Diego Padres, where he was a key player in their success in the 1970s and 1980s. He retired in 1998 after playing for the New York Yankees and California Angels. Winfield was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2000.
Also Played For: san diego padres, minnesota twins
20. Goose Gossage
Career
- 9× All-Star (1975–1978, 1980–1982, 1984, 1985), World Series champion (1978), AL Rolaids Relief Man Award (1978), 3× AL saves leader (1975, 1978, 1980), Monument Park honoree
Goose Gossage is one of the most successful pitchers in MLB history. He is a three-time Cy Young Award winner and a ten-time All-Star. Goose Gossage was born in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in 1951.
He started playing baseball in high school and was drafted by the Chicago White Sox in the sixth round of the 1970 MLB draft. Gossage made his MLB debut with the White Sox in 1972 and went on to win 124 games over 13 seasons with the team.
He also won three Cy Young Awards and ten All-Star games. In 1990, Gossage signed with the Fukuoka Daiei Hawks in Japan and went on to have one of the most successful seasons of his career, winning 33 games and leading the league in strikeouts.
Gossage returned to the MLB in 1994 with the Seattle Mariners. He finished his career with the San Francisco Giants in 1997 and retired with a record of 107 wins and 107 losses.
21. Robinson Canó
Second baseman
Career
- 8× All-Star (2006, 2010–2014, 2016, 2017), World Series champion (2009), 5× Silver Slugger Award (2006, 2010–2013), 2× Gold Glove Award (2010, 2012), World Baseball Classic MVP (2013), All-World Baseball Classic Team (2013)
Robinson Canó made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees in 2005. He is a left-handed batter and right-handed pitcher. Canó has 2,639 hits and 335 home runs in his career.
He has 1,306 runs batted in. Canó is a free agent after the 2022 season. He was born in the Dominican Republic in 1982. Canó played for the Yankees, the Seattle Mariners, and the Mets in his career.
He has won three Gold Gloves and three Silver Sluggers. Robinson Canó is a two-time All-Star and a four-time Silver Slugger. Robinson Canó is a powerful left-handed hitter and one of the best players in baseball.
Robinson Canó has won many awards, including 8 All-Star selections, 5 Silver Slugger Awards, and 2 Gold Glove Awards. Robinson Canó is a four-time World Series champion, and he was MVP of the 2013 All-World Baseball Classic.
Robinson Canó is a powerful left-handed hitter and one of the best players in baseball.
22. Derek Jeter
Infielder
Career
- 14× All-Star (1998–2002, 2004, 2006–2012, 2014), 5× World Series champion (1996, 1998–2000, 2009), World Series MVP (2000), AL Rookie of the Year (1996), 5× Gold Glove Award (2004–2006, 2009, 2010), 5× Silver Slugger Award (2006–2009, 2012), 2× AL Hank Aaron Award (2006, 2009), Roberto Clemente Award (2009), New York Yankees No. 2 retired, Monument Park honoree
Derek Jeter is a shortstop who has been a part of the New York Yankees organization for over 20 years. He has won five World Series titles, three AL MVP Awards, and four Gold Gloves.
Jeter was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 1992 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut in 1995 and has since been a mainstay in the lineup. Jeter has set numerous records during his career, including the record for most hits by a shortstop and most home runs by a shortstop.
He is also the all-time leader in runs batted in. Jeter has been a model citizen both on and off the field.
He has founded the Derek Jeter Foundation to help disadvantaged children and has raised over $130 million for various charities. Jeter is a popular figure in the baseball community and has been honored with numerous awards and accolades.
He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2013 and is a member of the National Baseball Hall of Fame Walk of Fame. Jeter is retired from baseball and is currently a senior vice president with the Yankees.
23. Mariano Rivera
Pitcher
Career
- 13× All-Star (1997, 1999–2002, 2004–2006, 2008–2011, 2013), 5× World Series champion (1996, 1998–2000, 2009), World Series MVP (1999), ALCS MVP (2003), 5× AL Rolaids Relief Man Award (1999, 2001, 2004–2005, 2009), 3× Delivery Man of the Year (2005–2006, 2009), AL Comeback Player of the Year (2013), 3× MLB saves leader (1999, 2001, 2004), MLB record 652 career saves, New York Yankees No. 42 retired, Monument Park honoree
Rivera is a relief pitcher who played for the Yankees from 1995 to 2013. Rivera has a 82-60 record and a 2.21 earned run average. Rivera has 1,173 strikeouts and 652 saves in his MLB career.
Rivera is a three-time All-Star and a five-time World Series champion. Rivera is retiring at the end of the 2013 season. Rivera retired as the all-time saves leader in MLB and is a three-time AL comeback player of the year.
Rivera was a member of the Yankees for 13 seasons and won five World Series titles. He was a dominant reliever for the Yankees and is still remembered for his fantastic performances. Rivera is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame and was honored with a statue in Monument Park.
24. Whitey Ford
Pitcher
Career
- 10× All-Star (1954–1956, 1958, 1959, 1960–1961², 1964), 6× World Series champion (1950, 1953, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1962), Cy Young Award (1961), World Series MVP (1961), 3× AL wins leader (1955, 1961, 1963), 2× MLB ERA leader (1956, 1958), New York Yankees No. 16 retired, Monument Park honoree
Whitey Ford was one of the most successful pitchers in baseball history, winning 236 games and 106 losses. Ford was born in 1928 in New York City, and pitched for the Yankees from 1950-1967.
Ford is known for his hard-throwing style and his ability to get batters out. Ford passed away on October 8, 2020 at the age of 91. Whitey Ford was an all-time great pitcher for the New York Yankees and won six World Series championships.
Ford was a three-time AL wins leader and two-time MLB ERA leader. Ford was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. Ford was a member of the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Hall of Fame. Ford retired with the No. 16 retired by the Yankees.
25. Andy Pettitte
Pitcher
Career
- 3× All-Star (1996, 2001, 2010), 5× World Series champion (1996, 1998–2000, 2009), ALCS MVP (2001), AL wins leader (1996), New York Yankees No. 46 retired, Monument Park honoree
Andy Pettitte is a former MLB pitcher who played for the Yankees from 1995 to 2013. Pettitte was a two-time Cy Young Award winner and a ten-time All-Star.
In 2013, he was diagnosed with a brain tumor and had surgery to remove it. After his surgery, Pettitte retired from baseball. He has since started a foundation that helps young people in need.
Pettitte is married and has three children. Andy Pettitte was a dominant starting pitcher in his career, winning 256 games and 153 losses. He was a three-time All-Star and five-time World Series champion.
Pettitte was also an MVP and leader in wins for the Yankees. He was a fan-favorite and was honored with a statue in Monument Park. Pettitte retired in 2013 after a successful 18-year career.
26. Bernie Williams
Career
- 5× All-Star (1997–2001), 4× World Series champion (1996, 1998–2000), ALCS MVP (1996), 4× Gold Glove Award (1997–2000), Silver Slugger Award (2002), AL batting champion (1998), New York Yankees No. 51 retired, Monument Park honoree
Bernie Williams was a popular player in the MLB for many years and was known for his exceptional batting abilities. He was a switch hitter and had a batting average of .297 and 287 home runs.
Williams was traded to the New York Yankees in 1991 and played for the team until 2006. Williams was a three-time All-Star and won a Silver Slugger Award in 1998. Williams retired from baseball in 2006.
After retirement, Williams has worked as a commentator for MLB on Fox. Williams has two children and lives in Puerto Rico. Bernie Williams was a five-time all-star and four-time world series champion with the New York Yankees.
Bernie Williams was a two-time batting champion and one-time silver slugger with the Yankees. Bernie Williams was a two-time inductee into the Yankees' Monument Park and a recipient of the Roberto Clemente Award.
Bernie Williams is a native of Puerto Rico and is widely considered one of the best players to ever come out of the island. Bernie Williams retired in 2006 after 18 seasons with the Yankees.
27. Don Mattingly
Infielder
Career
- 6× All-Star (1984–1989), AL MVP (1985), 9× Gold Glove Award (1985–1989, 1991–1994), 3× Silver Slugger Award (1985–1987), AL batting champion (1984), AL RBI leader (1985), NL Manager of the Year (2020), New York Yankees No. 23 retired, Monument Park honoree
Don Mattingly is a former MLB first baseman and manager. He played for the Yankees from 1982-1995, and managed the team from 1996-1999. In his career, Mattingly hit for a .307 batting average and 222 home runs.
He was most successful as a manager, winning two World Series titles with the Yankees. After his time as a manager, Mattingly spent several years as a bench coach for the Blue Jays. He is currently the hitting coach for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Mattingly was born on April 20, 1961, in Evansville, Indiana. He currently resides in Los Angeles, California. A Hall of Fame player and two-time Manager of the Year, Don Mattingly is one of the most successful managers in baseball history.
A three-time World Series champion as a player with the Yankees (1982, 1985, 1988), Don Mattingly was a key part of one of the most successful teams in history.
After retiring as a player in 1995, Mattingly took over as manager of the Yankees, leading them to three World Series titles in four seasons. He then became the manager of the Dodgers, who made the playoffs in each of his six seasons there.
In 2011, Mattingly was hired as the manager of the Miami Marlins, who made the playoffs in each of his three seasons there. In 2016, Mattingly was appointed the manager of the Dodgers, who made the playoffs in each of his two seasons there.
28. Bill Dickey
Career
- 11× All-Star (1933, 1934, 1936–1943, 1946), 7× World Series champion (1932, 1936–1939, 1941, 1943), New York Yankees No. 8 retired, Monument Park honoree
Bill Dickey was a catcher and manager in the Major Leagues for over thirty years. He was most famous for his time with the New York Yankees, where he helped lead the team to a number of championships.
Dickey was born in 1907 in Bastrop, Louisiana. He began his career with the Yankees in 1928 and played with them until 1946. Dickey was a very good hitter and was known for his powerful home runs. He was also a very good fielder, making him a valuable member of any team.
Dickey was a very popular player with the fans and was well-loved by them. He was also a very popular manager, winning several championships with the Yankees.
Dickey died in 1993 at the age of 86 after a long and successful career in the MLB. He will always be remembered fondly by Yankees fans as one of the team's all-time greats.
29. Ron Guidry
Pitcher
Career
- 4× All-Star (1978, 1979, 1982, 1983), 2× World Series champion (1977, 1978), 5× Gold Glove Award (1982–1986), AL Cy Young Award (1978), Roberto Clemente Award (1984), 2× AL wins leader (1978, 1985), 2× AL ERA leader (1978, 1979), New York Yankees No. 49 retired, Monument Park honoree
Ron Guidry was a dominant pitcher in his day, winning 170 games in his career and losing only 91. Guidry was drafted by the Yankees in the fourth round of the 1975 MLB Draft.
Guidry made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 1975 and went on to play for the team until 1988. Guidry is best known for his consistent performances with the Yankees, winning three World Series titles during his tenure.
After leaving the Yankees, Guidry played for the Atlanta Braves, St. Louis Cardinals, and the New Orleans Saints. Guidry was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2001. Guidry currently works as a broadcaster for the Fox Sports and Fox Deportes networks.
Ron Guidry was a three-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion with the New York Yankees. Guidry was also a five-time Gold Glove Award winner and AL Cy Young Award winner. Guidry was known for his dominant pitching and was one of the most successful Yankees of all time.
Guidry was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1996. Guidry's No. 49 was retired by the Yankees in 1988. Ron Guidry is a Monument Park honoree. Guidry passed away in 1998 at the age of 54.
30. Jorge Posada
Catcher
Career
- 5× All-Star (2000–2003, 2007), 4× World Series champion (1998–2000, 2009), 5× Silver Slugger Award (2000–2003, 2007), New York Yankees No. 20 retired, Monument Park honoree
Jorge Posada was a three-time all-star catcher in the major leagues. Posada played for the Yankees from 1995-2011. Posada had a .286 batting average with 771 home runs and 2,574 RBI in his career.
Posada was a switch hitter who threw right-handed. Posada was named to the All-Star Team in 2001, 2003, and 2007. Posada was a member of the Puerto Rican national team. Posada was inducted into the New York Yankees Hall of Fame in 2012.
Posada has recently been involved in a legal dispute with the Yankees. Posada is currently a catcher for the Cuban national team. Posada was born in the Dominican Republic in 1978. He played for the Yankees from 1995 to 2011. Posada was a five-time All-Star and four-time World Series champion.
Posada is the all-time leader in home runs for the Yankees. Posada was inducted into the Yankees' Hall of Fame in 2013. Posada is currently a broadcaster for the Yankees. Posada is married and has two children. Posada is a Monument Park honoree. Posada is a popular broadcaster for the Yankees.
31. Red Ruffing
Career
- 6× All-Star (1934, 1938–1942), 6× World Series champion (1932, 1936–1939, 1941), AL wins leader (1938), AL strikeout leader (1932), Boston Red Sox Hall of Fame, Monument Park honoree
Red Ruffing was a pitcher in the Majors for over 25 years and had a 273-225 win-loss record. He was known for his strong arm and ability to control the strike zone.
Red Ruffing was a two-time All-Star and won the Cy Young Award in 1935. Red Ruffing retired from baseball in 1947 and died in 1986 at the age of 80. Red Ruffing was a dominant pitcher for the Boston Red Sox during the 1930s and 1940s.
He won six World Series championships and led the American League in wins four times. Ruffing was also known for his strong arm and speed on the field. He was a perfect 9-0 in postseason play. Ruffing was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1967.
He was one of the first players to be elected from the Negro Leagues. 4. Ruffing died in 1962 at the age of 62.
32. Thurman Munson
Catcher
Career
- 7× All-Star (1971, 1973–1978), 2× World Series champion (1977, 1978), AL MVP (1976), AL Rookie of the Year (1970), 3× Gold Glove Award (1973–1975), New York Yankees No. 15 retired, Monument Park honoree
Thurman Munson was a talented catcher in the MLB for many years. He was known for his strong arm and ability to hit the ball far. Thurman Munson tragically died in a plane crash in 1979.
He was only 32 years old. Thurman Munson was a member of the Yankees team that won the World Series in 1978 and 1979. Thurman Munson will always be remembered for his contributions to the Yankees and the baseball world.
Thurman Munson was a three-time World Series champion with the New York Yankees. Munson had a batting average of .292 and homered 113 times in his career.
Munson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1985. Munson was a key member of the Yankees teams that won two other World Series titles in 1977 and 1978.
Munson was known for his strong defense at first base and was a three-time Gold Glove Award winner. Munson's No. 15 jersey was retired by the Yankees in 1979. Thurman Munson is also a Monument Park honoree.
33. Phil Rizzuto
Infielder
Career
- 5× All-Star (1942, 1950–1953), 7× World Series champion (1941, 1947, 1949–1953), AL MVP (1950), New York Yankees No. 10 retired, Monument Park honoree
Phil Rizzuto was one of the most popular and respected players in the history of the Yankees. He was a two-time World Series champion and was a key player on two other championship teams.
Rizzuto was also a valuable player on the Yankees' pennant-winning teams of the 1950s. He was a popular player with the fans and was highly respected by his teammates. Rizzuto retired after the 1956 season and later served as a coach and manager in the Yankees' organization.
Rizzuto was a strong hitter and had a powerful throwing arm. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972. Rizzuto died at the age of 89 after a long illness.
Phil Rizzuto was a Hall of Fame shortstop who was one of the most dominant players in Yankees history. He won five All-Star games, seven World Series titles, and was MVP of the 1950 season.
Rizzuto was a key part of the Yankees dynasty of the 1940s and 1950s and is still highly respected by fans today. Phil Rizzuto was born on December 3, 1915, in New York City.
He started playing baseball at a young age and was a standout shortstop for the New York Yankees from 1941 to 1956. During that time, the Yankees became one of the most successful teams in baseball, winning five World Series titles and seven All-Star games.
Rizzuto was a fierce competitor and was known for his strong defense and powerful batting skills. He was also a very vocal leader on the field and was a major contributor to the Yankees’ success. Rizzuto retired from baseball in 1956 after playing his final season with the Yankees.
He remains one of the most beloved and respected players in Yankees history. He was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1994 and has since been honored with a number of memorials and awards.
Phil Rizzuto is still a popular figure among Yankees fans and is often seen at games and other events in the city. He is a true icon of baseball and will always be remembered as one of the greatest players in Yankees history.
34. Roger Maris
Outfielder
Career
- 7× All-Star (1959²–1962²), 3× World Series champion (1961, 1962, 1967), 2× AL MVP (1960, 1961), Gold Glove Award (1960), AL home run leader (1961), 2× AL RBI leader (1960, 1961), New York Yankees No. 9 retired, Monument Park honoree
Roger Maris was a very successful right fielder in the MLB for many years. He was a three-time MVP and is the all-time record holder for most home runs in a single season.
Roger Maris was born in 1934 in Hibbing, Minnesota. He started playing baseball at a young age and developed into a very talented player. Roger Maris broke the home run record in the MLB in 1961.
He hit 61 home runs that year and was very popular among fans. Roger Maris was very successful in the MLB and was a three-time MVP. He also holds the record for most home runs in a single season. Roger Maris died in 1985 at the age of 51 after a long battle with cancer.
He was remembered as a very talented and successful player in the MLB. Roger Maris is considered one of the greatest home run hitters in history and one of the most iconic players in baseball.
He was a seven-time All-Star and three-time World Series champion, and is one of just four players in history to win both the MVP and the Golden Glove Award.
Maris' career was cut short by an injury in 1966, but he remains one of the most memorable and celebrated players in baseball history. His record for most home runs in a season is still unbeaten, and his rivalry with Babe Ruth is one of the most legendary in sports history.
35. Nestor Cortes Jr.
Pitcher
Career
- All-Star (2022)
Cortés Jr. was born in 1994 in Surgidero de Batabanó, Cuba. He made his MLB debut with the Baltimore Orioles in 2018. Cortés Jr. is a pitcher and bats right.
Cortés Jr. has spent time with the New York Yankees in 2019. Nestor Cortes Jr. is a 19-year-old pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles. He has a 3.60 ERA and 346 strikeouts in 387 innings pitched in his career.
Cortes Jr. was named to the All-Star team in 2022. He was born in the Dominican Republic, but he has played for the United States since he was 16 years old. Cortes Jr. is a top prospect in the Baltimore Orioles organization.
He is a strong pitcher with a good fastball and slider. Cortes Jr. is expected to be a key part of the Orioles' future.
36. Willie Randolph
Career
- 6× All-Star (1976, 1977, 1980, 1981, 1987, 1989), 5× World Series champion (1977, 1996, 1998–2000), Silver Slugger Award (1980), Monument Park honoree
Willie Randolph was a two time All-Star, playing for the Pirates and Mets. Randolph was a key player on both teams, batting over .280 and accumulating over 2,000 hits.
Randolph was a strong defender, making many plays at second base. Randolph is best known for his time as the manager of the Mets, where he led the team to two World Series appearances.
Randolph retired from baseball in 1992, and currently works as a baseball analyst for ESPN. Randolph played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the New York Yankees in the 1970s and 1980s. Randolph was a player/manager for the Mets from 2005 to 2008.
Randolph was the manager of the Yankees from 1994 to 2004. Randolph is a coach with the Yankees and Orioles. Randolph was a successful player and manager. Randolph has a record of .544 as a player and .656 as a manager. Randolph has been with the Yankees, Orioles, and Mets.
Randolph is a successful coach. Randolph is a successful player and manager.
37. Elston Howard
Catcher
Career
- 12× All-Star (1957, 1958, 1959²–1965), 6× World Series champion (1956, 1958, 1961, 1962, 1977, 1978), AL MVP (1963), 2× Gold Glove Award (1963, 1964), New York Yankees No. 32 retired, Monument Park honoree
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- Military career
- Allegiance: United States
- Service/branch: United States Army
- Years of service: 1951–1952
- Unit: Special Services
- Battles/wars: Korean War
Elston Howard was a right-handed catcher and left fielder who played 17 seasons in the Major Leagues. Howard was one of the best hitters in Yankees history, leading the team in batting average (.274) and home runs (167) several times.
He also had an impressive on-base percentage (.354) and slugging percentage (.560), making him one of the most versatile players in the game. Howard was a three-time All-Star and won three World Series titles with the Yankees. He died at age 51 in 1980 after a lengthy battle with cancer.
Elston Howard was a 12-time All-Star and 6-time World Series champion as a player with the New York Yankees.
After retiring as a player, Howard served as the Yankees' manager from 1969 to 1979. In addition to his playing and managerial success, Howard is also a two-time Gold Glove Award winner.
He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982. Howard is also a recipient of the prestigious Negro Leagues Baseball Museum Hall of Fame Award. Howard currently resides in Tampa, Florida.
38. Luis Severino
Pitcher
Career
- 2× All-Star (2017, 2018)
Luis Severino made his MLB debut in 2015 with the Yankees. Severino has a 3.90 ERA in 147.1 innings pitched in the MLB. Severino has also pitched for the Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic.
In 2014, Severino pitched for the Tampa Bay Rays and had a 3.96 ERA in 99.2 innings pitched. Severino was drafted by the Yankees in the first round of the 2012 MLB Draft.
Severino has a wife and a son. Luis Severino is a 24-year-old pitcher who has been with the Yankees for the past three seasons.
He has a record of 50-29 in that time and has an earned run average of 3.39. Severino has a fastball that reaches the mid-90s and a slider that can be devastating.
He is a very good pitcher and is a key part of the Yankees' success. Severino has been named to the All-Star team twice in the past three seasons and is a likely candidate for a third trip this year. He is a very good pitcher and is a key part of the Yankees' success.
39. Lefty Gomez
Career
- 7× All-Star (1933–1939), 5× World Series champion (1932, 1936–1939), 2× Triple Crown (1934, 1937), 2× AL wins leader (1934, 1937), 2× AL ERA leader (1934, 1937), 3× AL strikeout leader (1933, 1934, 1937), Monument Park honoree
Lefty Gomez was one of the most successful and well-known pitchers in the history of baseball. Gomez pitched for the Yankees, Senators, and Cleveland Indians from 1930 to 1943.
He won 189 games and lost 102. His earned run average was 3.34. Gomez struck out 1,468 batters in his career. Gomez was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1974. Gomez died in 1989 at the age of 80.
Lefty Gomez was one of the best pitchers of his era, winning numerous awards and making an impact on the game both on and off the field. Gomez was a three-time AL wins leader and one of only two pitchers to ever achieve this feat.
Gomez was also known for his dominant strikeout totals, as he struck out over 300 batters in a season on multiple occasions. Gomez was a key player in the Yankees' World Series championships in the 1930s and 1940s. After his playing career ended, Gomez became a highly-respected pitching coach and mentor.
Lefty Gomez is now enshrined in the National Baseball Hall of Fame and has been inducted into the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame as well. Gomez is remembered as one of the most successful pitchers in baseball history and is definitely one of the most beloved figures in the game.
40. Gleyber Torres
Shortstop
Career
- 2× All-Star (2018, 2019)
Torres began his professional career in 2015 with the DSL Yankees, posting a .329/.399/.500 batting line in 116 games. Torres made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2018 and hit .269/.328/.390 with 11 home runs and 49 RBI in 152 games.
Torres has a strong arm and has played both second base and shortstop in the majors. Torres is arbitration eligible for the first time in 2019 and is expected to command a salary in the range of $4-6 million. Torres is a Venezuelan international who is eligible for the 2019 World Baseball Classic.
Torres is a potential future star for the Yankees and is expected to be a key part of their lineup for years to come. Torres is a hard-working player who is always hustling on the field. T
orres is a dedicated family man who is married to his wife, Arianne, and has two young children. Torres is a popular player with his teammates and is known for his upbeat personality and positive attitude.
Also Played For: venezuela baseball, mlb under 25
41. Roy White
Career
- 2× All-Star (1969, 1970), 2× World Series champion (1977, 1978)
Roy White was a left fielder for the Yankees from 1965-1979. White was a switch hitter and threw right. White had a .287 batting average with 321 home runs and 1,829 RBI in his career.
White was a six-time All-Star and won two World Series with the Yankees. White was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1984. White is currently a broadcaster for the Yankees and the YES Network.
White is 79 years old and still playing in the minor leagues. Roy White was a three-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion with the Yankees. White was a powerful hitter with a batting average of .283 and 160 home runs.
White was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1985.
42. Hideki Matsui
Outfielder
Career
- NPB, 9× All-Star (1994–2002), 3× Japan Series champion (1994, 2000, 2002), 3× Central League MVP (1996, 2000, 2002), Japan Series MVP (2000), 8× Best Nine Award (1995–2002), Matsutaro Shoriki Award (2000), , MLB, , 2× All-Star (2003, 2004), World Series champion (2009), World Series MVP (2009)
He was born in Japan, and debuted in the NPB with the Yomiuri Giants in 1993. He signed with the New York Yankees in 2003 and made his MLB debut that year.
After two seasons with the Yankees, Matsui signed with the Tampa Bay Rays in 2012. Matsui has had a decorated career in both NPB and MLB, winning three championships with the Yomiuri Giants and two with the Yankees.
Matsui is a three-time All-Star and two-time Silver Slugger Award winner. He is also a member of the Japanese Baseball Hall of Fame.
Matsui will be remembered for his power and dramatic home runs, which helped him win multiple championships and become one of the greatest players in NPB and MLB history.
Hideki Matsui was a huge star in Japan before coming to MLB and was a key player for the Yomiuri Giants for many years. He was a three-time Japan Series champion and was MVP of the 2000 Japan Series.
Matsui had a huge impact on the Yankees and was a fan favorite there. He was traded to the Angels in 2010 and had another great year, hitting 38 home runs.
Matsui was traded to the A's in 2011 and had another good year, hitting 28 home runs. He was traded to the Rays in 2012 and had a down year, hitting only 17 home runs.
Matsui announced his retirement after the 2012 season. Matsui was a very good hitter and is one of the most popular players in MLB history.
Also Played For: nippon professional baseball
43. Sparky Lyle
Pitcher
Career
- 3× All-Star (1973, 1976, 1977), 2× World Series champion (1977, 1978), AL Cy Young Award (1977), 2× AL saves leader (1972, 1976)
Sparky Lyle was a dominant pitcher in the MLB for over a decade. He won 99 games in his career and lost 76. Lyle was a left-handed pitcher and batted left-handed.
He also threw left-handed. Lyle was born in DuBois, Pennsylvania, in 1944. Lyle made his MLB debut for the Boston Red Sox on July 4, 1967. He played for Boston for seven seasons.
Lyle then played for the Chicago White Sox for six seasons. He finished his career with the White Sox in 1982. Lyle was a three-time All-Star and won two Cy Young Awards. Lyle is also a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame.
He was inducted in 1992. Lyle currently works as a broadcaster for the Toronto Blue Jays. Lyle is 78 years old and has been retired from baseball for over 30 years. Sparky Lyle was a dominant relief pitcher in the 1970s. He led the league in saves twice and was a three-time All-Star.
Lyle was born in San Diego in 1947 and played for the Padres, Yankees, and Rangers before joining the White Sox.
Lyle was a groundball pitcher who relied on his defense and control. He was known for his fastball and slider. Lyle retired after the 1982 season and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003.
44. Graig Nettles
Career
- 6× All-Star (1975, 1977–1980, 1985), 2× World Series champion (1977, 1978), ALCS MVP (1981), 2× Gold Glove Award (1977, 1978), AL home run leader (1976)
Graig Nettles was a third baseman who played in the MLB for the Minnesota Twins from 1967-1988. He had a batting average of 248 and 2,225 hits in his career.
Graig Nettles was born in San Diego, California, on August 20, 1944. Graig Nettles played for the United States in the Olympics in 1968. Graig Nettles was a part of the Montreal Expos team that won the 1984 World Series.
Graig Nettles retired from baseball in 1988. He currently resides in San Diego, California. Graig Nettles is a member of the Baseball Hall of Fame. Graig Nettles was a five-time All-Star and two-time World Series champion.
He was an American League home run leader and an MVP of the 1981 American League Championship Series. Nettles was born in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in 1949.
He played for the Minnesota Twins (1967–1969), Cleveland Indians (1970–1972), New York Yankees (1973–1983), San Diego Padres (1984–1986), and Atlanta Braves (1987).
45. Chad Green
Pitcher
Green was drafted by the Yankees in the 4th round of the 2011 MLB Draft. He made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2017. Green was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays in the offseason.
In 2018, Green had a career year with the Blue Jays, posting a 3.58 ERA in 157.1 innings. Green is signed through at least 2020 with the Blue Jays. Green is a left-handed pitcher who throws from the right side.
Green has a 3.58 ERA in 157.1 innings in MLB. Green is a versatile pitcher who can start or relief. Green is a key part of the Blue Jays' pitching staff. Chad Green made his MLB debut with the Yankees in 2016. He had a record of 33-22 in his first three seasons with the Yankees.
Green has averaged over 3.17 ERA in his MLB career. Chad has struck out 494 batters in his career. Green also has a .296 batting average in his MLB career. Chad is a free agent at the end of the 2022 season. He is currently a third baseman with the Yankees.
46. Paul O'Neill
Career
- 5× All-Star (1991, 1994, 1995, 1997, 1998), 5× World Series champion (1990, 1996, 1998–2000), AL batting champion (1994), New York Yankees No. 21 retired, Monument Park honoree
O'Neill was a three-time All-Star and won three Gold Gloves in his career. He led the Yankees to their first World Series title in 19 years in 2001. O'Neill was traded to the Yankees in the offseason after a successful season with the Reds in 2000.
O'Neill struggled with injuries throughout his career, including a season-ending shoulder injury in 2001. O'Neill retired after the 2001 season and later served as a baseball analyst for ABC. O'Neill is a two-time inductee into the Yankees' Hall of Fame.
O'Neill currently resides in Florida. O'Neill is the father of former NFL quarterback, Tim O'Neill. O'Neill is the former CEO of PepsiCo. O'Neill was a two-time batting champion and five-time World Series champion with the Yankees. O'Neill finished his career with a batting average of .288 and 2,105 hits.
O'Neill also hit 281 home runs and 1,269 RBI in his career. O'Neill was a four-time All-Star and was voted AL batting champion in 1994.
O'Neill was also a member of the Yankees' Monument Park team. O'Neill was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2003. O'Neill is currently the hitting coach for the Yankees.
47. Tony Lazzeri
Career
- All-Star (1933), 5× World Series champion (1927, 1928, 1932, 1936, 1937)
Tony Lazzeri was a second baseman who played in Major League Baseball for the Yankees and Giants. He had a batting average of .292 in his career. Lazzeri was killed in a car accident in 1946.
He was 42 years old. Lazzeri was a popular player in his time, and was often called "The Little Prince of Pitching." Lazzeri was a speedster on the field and was known for his excellent fielding.
Lazzeri was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1957. Lazzeri's death was a tragic end to a successful career in the major leagues. Tony Lazzeri was a Hall of Fame left fielder who played for the Yankees and Cubs from the late 1920s to the early 1940s.
Lazzeri was an All-Star five times and was a world champion with the Yankees in 1927, 1928, 1932, 1936 and 1937. Lazzeri was also a durable player, playing in 1,191 games over his 18-year career. Lazzeri is most famous for his home run hitting, with 178 dingers in his career.
After his playing career ended, Lazzeri became a manager in the New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers organizations. 6. Lazzeri passed away in 1991 at the age of 82.
48. Luke Voit
First baseman
Career
- MLB home run leader (2020)
Luke Voit was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round of the 2009 MLB Draft. Voit made his MLB debut with the Cardinals in 2017. Voit spent the majority of the 2018 season with the Yankees.
Voit is a free agent and is currently looking for a new MLB team. Voit has a .269 batting average with 25 home runs and 85 RBI in 454 career MLB games.
Voit is a right-handed first baseman. Voit is a powerful hitter who can hit for both power and average.
Voit is a good fielder who can make plays at first base and in the outfield. Voit is a hard-working player who works to get on base and score runs. He was drafted by the St. Louis Cardinals in the 3rd round of the 2017 MLB Draft. He has played in 127 games in his career, and has hit 95 home runs.
He was named to the All-Star team in 2018. In 2020, he became the MLB home run leader.
49. David Wells
Pitcher
Career
- 3× All-Star (1995, 1998, 2000), 2× World Series champion (1992, 1998), ALCS MVP (1998), AL wins leader (2000), Pitched a perfect game on May 17, 1998
David Wells is a former Major League Baseball pitcher. Wells debuted with the Toronto Blue Jays in 1987 and made his last appearance with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2007.
Wells had an impressive win-loss record of 239-157 and a 4.13 earned run average. Wells was infamous for his wild pitches and was often criticized for his lack of control.
Wells is now retired from professional baseball and is currently a broadcaster for the Padres. Wells is a two-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2011.
Wells is a popular broadcaster and has a strong following among baseball fans. Wells is currently a pitching coach for the Padres' Double-A affiliate, the Lake Elsinore Storm. David Wells was a two-time World Series champion with the Toronto Blue Jays and Baltimore Orioles.
He also won an MVP award in 1998 as the Toronto Blue Jays reached the playoffs for the first time in 22 years.
Wells was a dominant pitcher in his era and is still considered one of the best in history. He was traded to the New York Yankees in 2003 and helped lead them to their first championship in over a decade.
Wells is now a pitching coach for the Red Sox. He will be remembered as one of the best pitchers in MLB history and for his contributions to the Blue Jays and Yankees.
50. Michael King
Pitcher
Michael King was drafted by the New York Yankees in the fourth round of the 2017 MLB Draft. King is a right-handed pitcher and bats and throws right. King made his MLB debut in 2019 with the Yankees.
He posted a 4.11 ERA in 21 appearances. In 2020, King had a breakout season, posting a 2.53 ERA and 18 saves in 28 appearances.
King is signed with the Yankees through the 2021 season. King is a young pitcher with a lot of potential, and he is expected to improve in future years.
Michael King was born in Ottawa, Ontario on September 27, 1997. King made his MLB debut with the New York Yankees on September 27, 2019. King has posted a 9-9 record with a 3.84 ERA and 155 strikeouts in his rookie season.
King is a left-handed pitcher and bats left-handed. King is a first-time All-Star and was named to the 2019 AL All-Star Team.
Michael King is the son of former major league pitcher, Darren King. King is currently attending the University of Oregon.
Final Words
The New York Yankees are one of the most storied and successful teams in Major League Baseball. Over the years, they have had some of the best players in the league, including Mickey Mantle, Babe Ruth, and Joe DiMaggio.
These players have helped the Yankees become one of the most successful teams in history, and they will continue to be successful for years to come.
