JON BERTI BACKS THE YANKS & TORCHES TRASHY DODGERS

Jon Berti isn’t here for the nonsense. And frankly, neither are we.

The Yankees may have come up short in last October’s World Series, but they earned their spot in the Fall Classic—despite what some classless Dodgers players had to say afterward. Berti, who gave his all for New York, wasn’t about to let the disrespect slide.

“I don’t know if I’ve ever heard a championship team talk that much trash about the runner-up,” Berti said on Foul Territory this week. “It was like they didn’t even think we deserved to be there.”

Let’s get one thing straight—New York fought hard. They took the division, handled business against Kansas City and Cleveland, and battled their way to the biggest stage in baseball. Did they fall short? Sure. But let’s not pretend the Yankees lucked their way into the World Series.

Yet, instead of celebrating with class, certain Dodgers—like Joe Kelly chose to take cheap shots. Kelly called the series a "mismatch from the start." 

First of all, two elite teams make it to the World Series. That’s just how it works. The Yankees didn’t get there by accident. And second—win with some dignity. Berti didn’t have to say anything, but he stepped up and defended his squad. That’s the kind of guy you want in your clubhouse; the kind of guy Yankees fans will always appreciate.

Yes, the Dodgers were the better team in the series. That’s baseball. But running your mouth after the fact? That’s weak. Berti showed up for the Yankees, just like he always did on the field. He was a soldier in pinstripes, and we love him for that. We love him even more for calling out the nonsense.

Dodgers, enjoy the rings. But maybe next time, try winning with a little class.