Part 10/12:
The Broader Organizational Failure and Future Implications
The wider reflection recognizes that the Yankees’ shortcomings this year are not just about individual games but stem from broader organizational issues. The reliance on a few power-hitters, the overuse and underperformance of the bullpen, and defensive lapses reflect systemic flaws that won't be fixed overnight.
Many fans and analysts immediately shift focus to the upcoming offseason: who to retain, who to let go, and what moves are necessary. There’s acknowledgment that merely reacting to this loss with personnel changes is the simplest route—yet the core problems lie deeper.