CC Sabathia criticizes Yankees culture following ALDS sweep

Yankees legend CC Sabathia criticized his former team after they were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALDS. He expressed concerns about a lack of culture and accountability within the Yankees’ clubhouse, noting that the absence of past players like Brett Gardner, Derek Jeter, and Mariano Rivera has affected standards. Sabathia emphasized that when he joined the team, legendary players set clear expectations. Other former players echoed similar sentiments, suggesting current players need to be more invested in team dynamics. The Yankees look to address these cultural issues moving forward.

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