Yankees Underperform, Injuries Hamper Club; Steinbrenner Confused by Fan Discontent
- Hal Steinbrenner doesn't understand why fans are frustrated with the third-place Yankees, who are 10.5 games back in the division.
- The Yankees have used 19 injured list stints this season and lack major additions to improve the roster.
- The Yankees offense and starting pitching have struggled, leading to a mediocre first half of the season.
- Fans want the Yankees general manager or manager fired due to the team's poor performance and lack of accountability.
- Steinbrenner expects the team to turn it around once star players return from injury but will make trades if they continue to struggle.