The 1990 New York Yankees are the focus of a new docuseries called “Bronx Zoo ’90: Crime, Chaos and Baseball” which delves into the turbulent season of the team during that year. The series is inspired by a series of articles by New York Post sports columnist Joel Sherman, who described the team as a disaster and a humiliation. The trailer for the docuseries promises to uncover a Yankees story that is not widely known and sheds light on the team’s antics on and off the field during that time.
The 1990 Yankees had a tumultuous season, with a record of 67 wins and 95 losses, making them one of the worst teams in baseball that year. The docuseries covers a range of topics from the errors made during the season to the controversies surrounding the team, including bringing illegally purchased cougar cubs to the clubhouse and owner George Steinbrenner’s feud with player Dave Winfield. The series also highlights the drama surrounding Deion Sanders’ career decisions and former player Mel Hall’s relationship with a high school student.
Former Yankees manager Buck Showalter, along with former players and other notable figures, share their insights and experiences from the tumultuous 1990 season. The series also features interviews with Mel Hall from prison, where he is currently serving a 40-year sentence for sexual assault and indecency with a child. Chastity Easterly, the former high school student involved with Hall, speaks out on camera for the docuseries about her experience.
Despite the controversies surrounding the 1990 Yankees, the docuseries highlights how that season laid the groundwork for one of the greatest dynasties in sports history. The series explores how the team’s struggles and scandals ultimately led to a resurgence and success for the Yankees in the years that followed. With interviews from former players and additional insight into the team’s legacy, the docuseries aims to provide a comprehensive look at the impact of the 1990 season.
“Bronx Zoo ’90: Crime, Chaos and Baseball” is set to premiere on May 16 on Peacock, offering viewers an inside look at the tumultuous 1990 season of the New York Yankees. Produced by Believe Entertainment Group, New York Post Entertainment, and Whitecap Entertainment, the docuseries promises to uncover hidden stories and shed light on the scandals and controversies that plagued the team that year. With exclusive interviews and rare footage, the series aims to provide a deeper understanding of a pivotal moment in the history of the Yankees organization.
