Yankees and Knicks seasons show striking similarities as playoffs near
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
As the playoffs approach, the New York Yankees begin their postseason journey tonight. Both the Yankees and the New York Knicks, who won a title earlier this year, entered their respective seasons with high expectations but faced challenges, including midseason slumps. The Yankees finished the regular season with 93 wins, while the Knicks landed the No. 3 seed with 53 wins despite a weak Eastern Conference. The Yankees hope to build on the Knicks' recent success as they look to secure another championship for New York.
- •The Yankees begin their playoff journey tonight.
- •Yankees finish with 93 wins, underwhelming expectations.
- •Knicks secured the No. 3 seed with 53 wins.
- •Previous struggles include midseason slumps for both teams.
- •Knicks aim to defend their title amid high hopes.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — The similarities between the 2026 Yankees and Knicks seasons
"New York already had a memorable summer. What’s to say they can’t have a memorable fall, too?
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