6 the same year. Since Torre left New York, the Yankees have stayed relevant, reaching the playoffs regularly, but they’ve won just one World Series, in 2009 under Joe Girardi’s leadership.

ST. LOUIS – Joe Torre, a former MVP and manager of the St. Louis Cardinals, made a surprise return to Busch Stadium on Thursday to take part in the city’s beloved Opening Day traditions.

Joe Torre, who led the Yankees to four World Series championships during his tenure from 1996-2007, made his way to the mound at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida, during the Yankees ...