Part 3/8:
Comparing Contenders
Evan urged fans to stop contemplating how the team would fare with Soto still in the lineup and suggested they instead compare the Yankees to their division rivals. He dismissed the strengths of teams like the Baltimore Orioles and Boston Red Sox, citing deficiencies in their rosters. The focus shifted to a shared belief that the Yankees, with their recent acquisitions, stand out favorably against the competition.
Notably, he characterized Baltimore's offseason activity as uninspired and claimed that the Red Sox are filled with "nothing but hot air." Evan's commentary expressed confidence in the Yankees' direction, reinforcing the notion that the AL East is the primary battleground for the team.