2024 Yankees Social Media Roundup: January 15th – January 19th
Rizzo’s Priorities: Dog Dad First, First Baseman Second
Anthony Rizzo, the New York Yankees’ first baseman, took to TikTok this week to reveal his priorities: being a dog dad to his beloved canine companion Kevin, and then being a first baseman for the team. In a heartwarming video, Rizzo answered questions about his career, including his favorite moment (winning the World Series with the Cubs) and his courageous battle with cancer.
Yankees Catching Some Sports
With spring training just around the corner and various professional sports leagues in full swing, the Yankees players have been taking advantage of the opportunity to catch some games. Aaron Judge was spotted at the Buccaneers vs. Eagles playoff game, cheering on the Bucs as they secured a historic victory over Philadelphia. Gleyber Torres and Anthony Volpe also attended the game, but their presence seemed to go unnoticed by those outside the Yankees fanbase.
A few days later, Volpe joined Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield at a hockey game. While the arena only acknowledged Mayfield’s attendance, the quarterback made sure to highlight Volpe’s presence on social media. Meanwhile, new Yankee pitcher Marcus Stroman was spotted at Madison Square Garden, enjoying a Knicks win.
Hello Stro, Farewell Harry
Marcus Stroman’s signing with the Yankees was officially announced this week, and the pitcher expressed his excitement about joining the team in a Zoom press conference. On Instagram, he shared his thoughts with the Yankees community, expressing his eagerness to contribute to the team’s success.
On the other side of the spectrum, former Yankee center fielder Harrison Bader, who recently signed with the Mets, took to Instagram to express his gratitude for the opportunity to play for the team he grew up watching. While the Yankees wish Bader the best, they hope he won’t be too successful when facing his former team.
Pre-Spring Training Training
Several Yankees players have been spotted at the team’s spring training complex, getting ready for the upcoming season. Among them is Jasson Domínguez, who is recovering from Tommy John surgery, and Oswaldo Cabrera, who is looking to bounce back from a challenging sophomore campaign.
And finally, Jose Trevino, the Yankees’ catcher, expressed his excitement for the upcoming season, promising to deliver even better performances in 2024.
From Rizzo’s heartwarming TikTok video to the Yankees players catching some sports action, it’s been an eventful week on the team’s social media. As spring training approaches, fans can look forward to even more behind-the-scenes glimpses into the lives of their favorite players.