The Milwaukee Brewers are basking in the glory of their first World Series title, but they didn't just celebrate with champagne—they also took a parting shot at the New York Yankees. During the postgame festivities, Brewers manager Pat Murphy had a pointed conversation with first baseman Jake Bauers, the NLCS MVP, that didn't exactly paint the Yankees in a flattering light.
Bauers, who had a solid 2026 season with a .266 average, 26 homers, and 86 RBIs, is a free agent this winter. With several teams expected to court him, Murphy took a moment to remind Bauers of what he's leaving behind—or rather, what he might be getting into if he heads to the Bronx.
“Just remember when you’re on that horses— Yankee team and you’re all playing for yourselves,” Murphy told Bauers, as captured during the celebration. “Just remember this is the way we used to do it!”
Murphy's comments reflect a broader sentiment that the Yankees have lost their team-first identity, a notion that has been brewing for years. The Bronx Bombers, once the gold standard of baseball, have become a source of ridicule for many, and even their own fans are starting to agree with the criticism.
On social media, Yankees fans didn't exactly rush to defend their team. One fan tweeted, “Can’t even be mad about that… Yankees gotta find that magic again,” while another admitted, “Yankees are my team but this is 100% correct.” The frustration is palpable, with one fan declaring, “Hal has allowed the Yankees to be turned into a giant punchline. They are now the Dallas Cowboys.”
The sentiment is echoed by others who feel the franchise has become a laughingstock. “Another day, another reminder of my New York Yankees becoming the biggest joke in all of MLB. Everyone is laughing at us. Nobody takes the Yankees seriously anymore. So pathetic,” lamented another fan.
This isn't the first time the Yankees have faced public scrutiny. The team's recent struggles have been well-documented, and even former players have spoken out. Jorge Posada recently admitted to feeling like an outsider in the Yankees' house, a telling sign of the disconnect between the franchise's past glory and its present reality.
Meanwhile, the Brewers' celebration was a stark contrast to the Yankees' woes. Milwaukee's triumph was a team effort, a point Murphy was keen to emphasize. As the Brewers bask in their success, the Yankees are left to ponder what it takes to reclaim their former dominance.
For now, the Yankees will have to endure the taunts and the criticism. Until they win another World Series, they'll remain an easy target for teams like the Brewers, who have shown that teamwork can still triumph over star power.
