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They were called the New York Highlanders until 1913.

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How old are the New York Yankees?

The New York Yankees Major League franchise began in 1901 in Baltimore, named the Orioles. The team moved to New York in 1903, and the team name was changed to the Highlanders. In 1913 the team name was changed to The New York Yankees. The New York Yankees organization considers 1903 to be their first year.


Do the New York Yankees play for New York?

The Yankees play in New York. The team is owned by Hal and Hank Steinbrenner. The Yankees also own their new stadium. They used to pay rent to New York City for their old stadium.


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In 2010, the Yankees finished their 110th season.


How long did the New York Yankees play in the old Yankee Stadium?

The Yankees played in the old Yankee Stadium from 1923-2008.


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The Yankees play at Yankee Stadium, The Bronx, New York. The "new" Yankee Stadium is located across the street from the "old" Yankee Stadium in the Bronx section of New York City.


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Derek Jeter was 28 years old when he was named Yankees captain on June 3, 2003.


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Is new netherland a country?

No, it is an old name of New York.