The 1977 New York Yankees season was the 75th season for the Yankees in New York and the 77th season overall for the franchise…..culminating in the 21st World Series championship in franchise history….and its first under the ownership of George Steinbrenner. The season was brought to life years later in the book, turned drama-documentary, The Bronx is Burning.
The Yankees signed Reggie Jackson to a five-year contract totaling US$2.96 million on November 29, 1976….and upon arriving in New York, Jackson asked for uniform number 9….which he had worn in Oakland and Baltimore…..however, that number was being worn by third baseman Graig Nettles…..so, noting that then-all-time home run leader Hank Aaron had just retired….Jackson asked for and received number 44, Aaron’s number.
The team finished in first place in the American League East with a record of 100-62….finishing 2½ games ahead of the Baltimore Orioles to win their second AL East title in a row…..and in the ALCS….the Yanks beat the Kansas City Royals in 5 games. In the World Series, they defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in 6 games…..as New York was managed by Billy Martin….and the Yankees played at Yankee Stadium.
In 1977, the New York Yankees also hosted the All-Star Game, held on July 19. Four Yankees were in the game….with Willie Randolph and Reggie Jackson in the starting lineup at second base and outfield….while pitcher Sparky Lyle and third baseman Craig Nettles were part of the roster as reserves. The National League defeated the American League 7-5.
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