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MLB Players Weekend: New York’s Best Baseball Nicknames of All-Time

ByMike Vivalo|
Sep 1, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; A bobble head doll of Babe Ruth on the field prior to a game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 1, 2015; Boston, MA, USA; A bobble head doll of Babe Ruth on the field prior to a game between the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees at Fenway Park. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
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TAMPA, FL – APRIL 01: Owner George Steinbrenner of the New York Yankees watches play against the Philadelphia Phillies at George Steinbrenner Field April 1, 2009 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL – APRIL 01: Owner George Steinbrenner of the New York Yankees watches play against the Philadelphia Phillies at George Steinbrenner Field April 1, 2009 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Al Messerschmidt/Getty Images)

“The Boss”

The only non-player on this list.  Famously outspoken owner George Steinbrenner will always be synonymous with The New York Yankees.  Seven Rings under his watch and a legacy for the ages.  The kinda-too-big plaque of himself in the Yankee Stadium outfield is a reminder that he will always be larger than life.

ORIGIN: Because of his hands-on approach to everything, this nickname was given somewhat tongue in cheek but evolved into an endearing title.

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