Yankees: Looking Back at 7 of New York’s Cult Heroes

A trip down memory lane to discuss 7 fan-favorite Yankees

For the last 15 years or so, New York Yankees fans have their fair share of heroes. The Core Four wrapped up their storied careers, and new stars like Aaron Judge and Gleyber Torres have emerged.

However, a number of former Yankees will always spark memories for many fans, even if they weren’t star players over the past decade and a half.

Think back to the 2017 campaign and Ronald Torreyes‘ impact on the team. He may have been an above-average utility man, but Torreyes was also the dugout cameraman and a great contrast to Rookie of the Year Aaron Judge.

Or think back to the mid-2000s and the intensity of outfielder Shelley Duncan, who was always ready for a fight. When players like Duncan or Torreyes appear at the annual Old-Timers’ Day festivities, they will be welcomed by applause that far outweighs their production.

For whatever the reason, be it looks, an attitude or a memorable stretch of play they couldn’t dream of reproducing, these cult heroes will always have a small place in the hearts of Yankees fans.

As much flak as Yankees fans catch due to their unrealistic expectations, they also have the tendency to create heroes. While they came nowhere near close at being considered legends of the franchise, they somehow left an imprint that will remain with fans.

Join me on a trip down memory lane to discuss some of the most memorable cult heroes in recent Yankees history.