“They’re cheaters”: Fans divided after Yankees smash MLB record with 17 home runs

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The New York Yankees are enjoying a record-breaking season, hitting 17 home runs in just four games. The introduction of the controversial but legal ‘torpedo’ bats has divided fans, with some accusing the team of cheating and others celebrating the historical achievement.

The baseball season just got better. The New York Yankees are topping all charts this season with their stellar performance by hitting at least 17 home runs in just four games. The stunning 17th home run, thanks to Anthony Volpe, has set a new MLB record for most home runs by a team in just four games.

The New York Yankees are playing harder than ever. During their game against Arizona Diamondbacks, the team made a stunning record breaking save with at least 17 home runs.

While the New York Yankees introduced the controversial “torpedo” bats this season, it could be a possible reason for their success.

Fans were divided over their support for the New York Yankees, while some claiming the controversial torpedo bat wasn’t even legal, which it technically was, as per MLB rules, and other fans claiming the torpedo bat in fact, helped the team, un securing a record breaking performance.

A fan claimed:

“When metal woods were introduced to golf, they had to make longer holes since golf balls travelled much further. Same difference with the new baseball technology of torpedo bats! Time for bigger stadiums and/or pushing outfield walls back to account for increased hitting power.”

While another fan claimed the Yankees were cheating. They said:

“Yeah, they’re cheating.”

While another fan claimed:

“Cheating is Cheating. But being one of the most prestigious MLB teams Money talks juiced bats help the League make money. Start making bets : How many players hit 50 home runs with these bats this year.”

Some other fans cheered for the Yankees’ performance claiming it was historical. A fan said:

“Historical team already.”

Fans seemed to be divided over the New York Yankees’ performance, despite a stellar season. While torpedo bats are very much legal, and the Yankees are taking advantage of it.

Also Read: “This is wild”: Fans react to New York Yankees’ new ‘Torpedo’ bats with humor and doubt

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