MLB Twitter in splits as journalist Jeff Passan calls New York Yankees “the little sister of spending in New York”

In the world of MLB, the New York Yankees have long been known for their free-spending ways. The franchise has a storied history of opening up their wallets to bring in top talent and build championship-caliber teams.

However, in recent years, they have found themselves playing second fiddle to their crosstown rivals, the New York Mets, when it comes to spending big bucks on the diamond. This fact was recently highlighted by journalist Jeff Passan, who called them "the little sister of spending in New York" on a baseball talk show that went viral among fans on Twitter.

For many years, the Yankees were the undisputed kings of spending in MLB. The team's deep pockets allowed them to sign marquee free agents like Alex Rodriguez, CC Sabathia and Mark Teixeira to lucrative contracts, and they regularly topped the league in payroll.

In recent years, the Yankees have become more restrained in their spending, opting to build their team through a combination of drafting, developing and trading for young talent. While the team's payroll is still among the highest in the league, it is no longer the runaway leader that it once was.

Meanwhile, the Mets have been ramping up their spending in recent years, thanks in large part to their new ownership group led by billionaire Steve Cohen. Since taking over the team in 2020, Cohen has made it clear that he is willing to spend whatever it takes to build a championship team, and he has been true to his word. They currently have the highest payroll among all MLB teams, exceeding the $300 million mark.

Passan's comments drew reactions from baseball fans across the country, with many taking to Twitter to express their amusement and outrage at his remarks. One fan replied, "love jeff but uncalled for" while another wrote, "MY GOD Jeff Passan FROM THE TOP ROPE."

The New York Yankees will aim to have a better season than the Mets

For fans of both teams, Passan's comments are sure to reignite the ongoing debate over which New York team is the true powerhouse in baseball. While the Yankees have a long and storied history, the Mets' recent spending spree has made them a force to be reckoned with in the MLB.

Whether the Yankees can reclaim their title as the top spenders in New York remains to be seen, but for now, the Mets are basking in the glow of their newfound status as the big spenders in the Big Apple.