Jorge Posada Says the Yankees No Longer Feel Welcomed Him. What It Means for the Core Four

Jorge Posada has long been remembered as one of the most passionate competitors in New York Yankees history. The former catcher and Core Four member helped anchor the Yankees’ dynasty with his bat, his fire and his willingness to challenge teammates and coaches. Now he is talking in blunt terms about how he believes the organization no longer makes room for him, adding a new emotional layer to the Yankees’ storied past.

In comments on The Show podcast, Posada told Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman that he believes the Yankees no longer want him around. Even after retiring, he said, he did not feel welcome at Yankees facilities and doubted the team wanted him there. The 56-year-old reflected on a difficult final season in 2011 and said the experience left a lasting mark. ...