The decision of players to pay homage to the greats of yesteryear in the World Series has seemingly landed the New York Yankees in hot water with long-term uniform manufacturers Nike

Ever since the New York Yankees' players began wearing turtlenecks underneath their jerseys, fans have warmed up to the piece of vintage apparel. It's a throwback to an earlier era — specifically, a five-year run from 1996 to 2000 that saw the Yankees reach the World Series four times — and not just on a superficial level.