💡 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Q: Why is Giancarlo Stanton trying to make the Yankees postseason roster?
- A: Stanton is pushing to return from injury to stay active for the playoffs and justify his massive contract, creating pressure on the Yankees’ medical and managerial staff.
- Q: How does the $326 million contract affect Yankees roster decisions?
- A: The sunk cost creates financial and PR pressure to include Stanton despite health and performance concerns, limiting flexibility for healthier alternatives.
- Q: What is the sunk cost fallacy in baseball?
- A: It is the tendency to keep investing in an underperforming player because of past salary commitments, rather than choosing the best current roster to win.