Yankees GM Brian Cashman makes plea with fans after slow start: 'Don't give up on us'

The defending AL East champion New York Yankees, after a 99-win season, sit at 16-15 and in last place in the division through their first 31 games, so naturally, it's panic time in the Bronx.

The Bronx Bombers have once again been hit by the injury bug: defending AL MVP and 62-home run hitter Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, Carlos Rodon, Lou Trivino, Jonathan Loaisiga and Luis Severino are just some of the players that are currently on the injured list.

Of course, the pinstripes are heavy, but general manager Brian Cashman asked Yankee fans to step off the ledge on Wednesday, citing the injuries...