## New York Yankees World Series Wins Since 2000: A Legacy of Success The New York Yankees are one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball history, with 27 World Series titles to their name. Since the turn of the century, the Yankees have continued to add to their legacy of success, winning four World Series championships in the past 22 years. ### 2000 World Series The Yankees began the 2000 season with high expectations, having won the World Series in 1998 and 1999. They did not disappoint, finishing the regular season with a record of 87-74. In the playoffs, the Yankees defeated the Oakland Athletics in the Division Series, the Seattle Mariners in the League Championship Series, and the New York Mets in the World Series. ### 2009 World Series The Yankees returned to the World Series in 2009 after a nine-year drought. They finished the regular season with a record of 103-59, the best record in the American League. In the playoffs, the Yankees defeated the Minnesota Twins in the Division Series, the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the League Championship Series, and the Philadelphia Phillies in the World Series. ### 2017 World Series The Yankees won their 27th World Series title in 2017, defeating the Houston Astros in seven games. They finished the regular season with a record of 91-71, winning the American League East. In the playoffs, the Yankees defeated the Cleveland Indians in the Division Series, the Houston Astros in the League Championship Series, and the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. ### 2023 World Series The Yankees are looking to add to their legacy of success in 2023. They are currently in first place in the American League East with a record of 27-15. If they can continue to play well, they will be a strong contender for the World Series title. ### Conclusion The New York Yankees are one of the most successful teams in Major League Baseball history. Since 2000, they have won four World Series championships and are looking to add to their legacy in 2023.
