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As of January 1, 2025, there is no official announcement from Netflix regarding the release of a documentary focused solely on the New York Yankees. However, the Yankees are prominently featured in Netflix’s recent docuseries, “The Comeback: 2004 Boston Red Sox,” which premiered on October 23, 2024. This three-part series chronicles the historic 2004 American League Championship Series (ALCS), where the Boston Red Sox overcame a 3-0 deficit against the Yankees, marking the first such comeback in MLB postseason history.
Directed by Colin Barnicle, “The Comeback” delves into the intense rivalry between the Red Sox and the Yankees, offering in-depth interviews with key figures from both teams. The series provides a comprehensive look at the events leading up to the Red Sox’s victory, which ended their 86-year World Series drought, commonly referred to as “The Curse of the Bambino.”
The documentary has garnered attention not only for its detailed recounting of the 2004 ALCS but also for revealing controversial allegations. Former Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez alleges that the Yankees placed recording devices in Boston’s locker rooms during the series, a claim that has reignited discussions about the storied rivalry.
While “The Comeback” centers on the Red Sox’s triumph, it offers significant insights into the New York Yankees’ role in one of baseball’s most memorable postseason series. For fans interested in the dynamics of this historic rivalry, the docuseries is currently available for streaming on Netflix.
In addition to “The Comeback,” baseball enthusiasts can find other related content on Netflix, such as “Late Life: The Chien-Ming Wang Story,” which documents the career of former Yankees pitcher Chien-Ming Wang and his journey back to the majors after injuries.
For those seeking a documentary exclusively about the New York Yankees, ESPN Films announced in February 2023 a multi-part series titled “The Yankees Win,” directed by Jonathan Hock. This eight-part documentary