
"Yankees 2024 Season Outlook: Projected Last Place Finish and Tough Schedule Ahead"
Baseball Reference's projections for the New York Yankees predict a dismal 71.6 win season with a 2.7 percent chance of making the playoffs, contrasting sharply with other forecasts. The model used by Baseball Reference, the Simple Rating System, does not consider offseason acquisitions or player injuries, leading to skepticism about its accuracy. Despite the negative projections, the addition of Juan Soto and a potential full season from Aaron Judge could significantly improve the team's performance.
