The historic nickname for the New York Yankees, one of Major League Baseball's most storied franchises. The 'Bronx' references the New York City borough where Yankee Stadium is located; 'Bombers' alludes to the team's long tradition of powerful home-run hitters — from Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig in the 1920s–30s to later eras. The nickname is widely used by fans, commentators, and sports media as a proud identifier. Not derogatory in any way; a mark of the franchise's power-hitting legacy.
The Bronx Bombers came into the World Series as heavy favourites after a dominant regular season.
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The longstanding nickname for the New York Yankees baseball team, evoking both their home in the Bronx borough of New York City and their historically powerful, run-heavy offense. The Bombers element was particularly apt during the Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig era. Still in active use in sports journalism and fan conversation as an affectionate or respectful label for the team.
She had watched the Bronx Bombers play at the old stadium as a kid and never stopped following them.
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(US, baseball) nickname of the New York Yankees.
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