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“Their World Series title drought is now 17 years — the longest stretch since the Yankees won their first championship in 1923.”

“When leadoff hitter Trent Grisham struck out to end the ninth, it capped a 4-3 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3 of the AL Division Series and a series sweep that extended the Yankees’ championship drought to 17 years.”

“While Schlittler is considered a virtual lock to beat out Toronto’s Dylan Cease in the Cy Young voting, the Yankees didn’t come close to ending a championship drought that dates to 2009.”

“The Guardians/Indians franchise hasn’t won the title since 1948, the longest drought among MLB teams.”

“The Yankees’ title drought, tied for the longest since 1923, is the fault of many — players (including Judge) and decision-makers alike.”

“Seeking its first World Series title, Tampa Bay celebrated on the field of the big-spending Yankees for the second time in two weeks after clinching the AL East on Sept. 22.”

“Over the last decade, they’ve gone from trying to snap a generational title drought, to trying to validate a shortened-season championship in 2020, to trying to cement a modern-day dynasty with back-to-back World Series triumphs.”

“He and teammate Jalen Brunson also threw out first pitches in mid-June shortly after they helped end the Knicks’ 53-year NBA title drought.”

“(Last week: 3rd) 5) Yankees (89-64) Trouble is brewing in the Bronx again, with Aaron Judge back on the injured list and his playoff availability suddenly back up in the air.”