Yankees spotlight Father’s Day moments and team activities on social media

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Last updated Jun 28, 2026

Yankees spotlight Father’s Day moments and team activities on social media
Summary

The New York Yankees celebrated Father's Day on June 21 with various posts on social media, highlighting the contributions of fathers and grandfathers in the community. Players expressed their gratitude through personal tributes. The team also announced the retirement of Rookie, the Trenton Thunder's bat dog, who passed the role to his nephew Dash. While the week may not have featured many wins, the organization acknowledged team achievements and engaged with fans through a weekly social media question related to babysitting preferences.

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  • Yankees shared Father’s Day tributes on social media.
  • Rookie retired as the Trenton Thunder's official bat dog.
  • Fans engaged with players in a 'Question of the Day'.
  • Willie Randolph honored Knicks superfan Spike Lee.
  • Dave Sims provided his thoughts after the week's games.
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  • 7:00 PMYahoo SportsYankees Social Media Spotlight: Father’s Day Rewind
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This week, fathers took center stage on social media.

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