Every night, before she goes to bed, Penny walks into our bedroom for an evening ritual with Peter. No matter what time of year it is, they chant for their favorite teams. But for the six or seven months of baseball season, Penny also offers a report on how the Yankees are holding up. This season was especially exciting, because they finally–it’s been fifteen years, which is to say, all of Penny’s fandom that she can remember–made it to the World Series.
I tend to be a bit of a curmudgeon about sports in general and professional sports in particular. But when they allow for sweet moments of joy between a father and daughter, I’m a fan too.
Here are some of Penny’s thoughts about the Yankees this year:
How long have you been a fan of the Yankees
Since I was a little kid.
How would I know that you are a big fan?
I have Aaron Judge’s jersey and we have been to some games over the seasons.
Every night before bed I would check the MLB app on my phone for most updates scores.
What are some of your favorite Yankees memories?
When dad got tickets for my graduation present
All of Judge’s home runs
Going to games live
Who is your favorite player and why?
Aaron Judge because I’ve always wanted to meet him and he Is so close to the record of 60 home runs in a season, and I am so proud of him for that.
Tell me about how the Yankees affect your relationship with your Dad.
We are both obsessed
Our top choice for our favorite player Is Aaron Judge
We both get very excited when anyone gets a home run
What is the world series?
The world series Is the annual championship series of American League Baseball.
How many times have the Yankees won?
The Yankees have won 27 world series games.
Who are the best players on the Yankees now? How about in the past?
Aaron Judge Derek Jeter
Juan Soto Babe Ruth
Gerrit Cole Mickey Mantle
What are you looking for in the games ahead?
How many home runs they can get
How do you feel about them being in the World Series again?
I am so proud of the whole team for making It this far.
Okay, the World Series is now, sadly, over. How did you feel about the game they won?
The Yankees deserve this win. I felt excited and proud that they managed to pull it off.
How did you feel about their losses?
I felt discouraged because I know they can do better as a team.
Is there anything you’d like to say to the Yankees’ players?
Yes, I am proud of your whole team for making it to the World Series, even though some games were tougher than others.
Anything you’d say to other Yankees’ fans?
Bring all the Yankee spirit to any game that you go to live.
You wrote a ton of fun facts about the Yankees (below). Can you pick a few of your favorites to share?
Current best players are Aaron Judge, Juan Soto, Gerrit Cole
Giancarlo Stanton homers for Yankees in game 1 of World Series
Wells has been one of the best defensive catchers in the game
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