Yankees Swept, Legends Urge Philosophy Change

After the Yankees were swept by the Tampa Bay Rays in the American League Division Series, Alex Rodriguez called for a change in the organization’s philosophy, arguing that general manager Brian Cashman should build a front office that better values both offense and defense. Rodriguez said the team’s uncertainty over several positions during an elimination game reflected deeper problems and warned that the Yankees would keep getting the same results without change. Derek Jeter also criticized the team’s execution, saying the Yankees of his era could win in different ways and avoid beating themselves. Aaron Judge, who missed the series with an injury, urged the front office to address the team’s holes and do what is needed to contend. The sweep extended the Yankees’ World Series drought to 17 seasons, renewing questions about whether the organization will make changes this offseason.