A Yankee Youth Movement

A few years ago, the New York Yankees made some trades and were developing their farm system. Last year, a part of this Baby Bombers group led the charge into the ALCS. For this year, they have been on a tear the last 18 games, winning 16. What is going on and how are they doing this? It's these kids that they are bringing up and delivering in grand style.

While not a young player, Didi Gregorius' three plus years with the team has been a big deal. Since being traded from Arizona, he has been getting better every year and has been one of the few bright spots. Even his numbers last year said a lot despite missing the first month with injury. At 28, he has lot more years left and it would be wise to keep him.

The last two seasons have given Yankee fans a sight to see with Gary Sanchez. He was quick in hitting 20 home runs during the second half of the 2016 season. Last year, he broke Jorge Posada's record of most home runs in a season by a Yankee catcher. Some questionable defense here and there, but his power is something to be amazed. Same can be said for Aaron Judge. Some struggles in 2016 (42 strikeouts in 84 at bats), he claimed AL Rookie of the Year with 52 home runs and leading in walks and runs scored in the AL. Strikeouts might be an issue, but this guy can be relevant for a long time.

This year has seen prospects deliver in a huge way. Gleyber Torres and Miguel Andujar have been hitting machines and creating walk off wins. Since last year, Luis Severino has found his groove as a pitcher and has made the start of the 2018 season even more special. Combined with the veterans, it has the New York Post thinking now of the 1998 team, one that is widely considered one of the greatest teams ever for baseball.

There is still a long season to go until we reach October. For now, the Yankees should keep riding high on these young guys. If anything, they are in the running to be in the World Series and maybe win it all. But, the competition is fierce with Boston, Houston, and the LA Angels. It's going to take everyone to get past them.