Welcome to the relaunched This Day in Yankees History. The 2020 baseball season has come to an end, so let’s dig into the history books. These daily posts will highlight two or three key moments in Yankees history on a given date, as well as recognize players born on the day. We hope you enjoy this trip down memory lane with us!
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This Day in Yankees History (December 8)
54 Years Ago
The Yankees finished the 1966 season with a 70-89 record—the worst in the American League—and entered the offseason eager to turn over their aging lineup with younger prospects.