The New York Yankees are probably the most famous sports franchise in the world. They are also, without question, the most hated franchise in the world. Across the country and around the globe are millions of people who probably wake up hoping the Yankees will meet some horrible defeat that day on the diamond. Almost two thirds of the time, their hopes will be crushed. This tends to cause a great deal of hostility and rage directed at the Bronx Bombers. I am one of those frustrated with fury. It was not always the case. For most of my childhood...