Yankees pirates
Definition
A colloquial reference to two prominent Major League Baseball (MLB) franchises: the New York Yankees and the Pittsburgh Pirates.
A juxtaposition often used in sports betting parlance or historical comparisons between the historic success and deep pockets of the Yankees versus the often scrappy, underdog, or rebuilding historical narrative associated with the Pirates.
Examples
Watching the Yankees pirates series is a bit like observing a billionaire try to convince a local street performer that they are equals.
If you look at the payroll difference between the Yankees pirates rosters, you'll start to understand why math is often considered a cruel mistress.
My friend truly believes the Pirates could sweep a series against the Yankees, which is arguably the most creative work of fiction I have heard this year.