One of my favorite dudes.. .Jean Paul Sartre believed in the importance of authenticity and the idea that people often create false narratives to escape the responsibility of their choices. It’s sort of like that distant acquaintance that never takes responsibility for anything. In the case of the Yankees, while they may project an image of commitment to winning and integrity, their actions suggest a disconnect. Their inconsistency highlights a form of inauthenticity, as they seem to prioritize short-term gains over long-term development.

Another dude with an attitude. ..Michael Foucault argued that power structures create narratives that shape how we understand reality. The Yankees, with their storied history, craft a narrative of being a dominant franchise, but that narrative masks the struggles they've faced in recent years, like a player trying to hide their batting average in the middle of a slump. Poor decision-making and questionable player acquisitions lead fans to wonder if the front office is more focused on marketing than actually winning.

This contradiction suggests that while they maintain a facade of superiority, their internal dynamics reveal vulnerabilities that challenge their narrative. It’s like showing up to the party in a fancy suit that's two sizes too small—everyone can see that you’re uncomfortable. The Frankfurt School's concept of performative contradictions posits that institutions often espouse ideals that contradict their actions. The Yankees have long claimed to uphold traditions of excellence and competitiveness, but their recent performance seems more like a bad sitcom than that of a model organization.

This dissonance reveals how organizations can fall victim to the allure of a narrative that does not align with reality, much like individuals who mirror these same problems in their internal lives, desperately trying to uphold an image while battling their own struggles behind the scenes. Last off season, Cashman's howls into the wind revealed all we need to know about the current state of the New York Yankees. Delusional.