Brian Cashman faced the New York media. He has been in his role for 25 years. The New York media and fanbase have been demanding. Yet Yankees fans have not witnessed a losing season since 1992. Cashman has endured two generations of Steinbrenner and was candid in his remarks. He acknowledged the team’s strengths and weaknesses. He defended the Yankees’ analytical approach to the game. The pressure in New York takes a toll on everyone. Cashman has built a team with promising players. The Yankees remain a competitive force despite their challenges. Meanwhile, Atlanta United’s Xande Silva had a memorable miss during a playoff game against Orlando City. The miss was so shocking that it would haunt a player. This highlights the intense pressure in sports.