Shades of '85! Buck Martinez says current team is one of best ever

He has been a player, a manager, and a broadcaster. He has been part of all eras of the franchise. When he talks, people listen.

On a recent podcast with host Dan O'Toole, Martinez was asked how this team compares to playoff teams of 2015 and 2016. He replied that they are better than those teams.

He further elaborated that he sees a lot of similarities between the 2025 Toronto Blue Jays and the 1985 Toronto Blue Jays.

He also drew comparisons between then-Blue Jays manager Bobby Cox and current skipper John Schneider, saying they both have great communication and in-game management.

Earlier, Martinez stoked the ire of Yankees fans and manager Aaron Boone remarking on-air that the Pinstripers were "not a good team.

After the first two games of the ALDS, his prediction is proving true.

In addition to 1985, Martinez also feels that the Blue Jays are perhaps better than the stacked teams of the early 90s that won two World Series.

It's high praise from the man who has been a part of the organization for 40 years, one of the longest employees of the franchise.

Now, it's time for the Blue Jays to prove Buck correct.

The Yankees can only hope that there will even be a «later in the series,» as the Blue Jays are just one win away from advancing to the ALCS. Game 3 is on Tuesday at Yankee Stadium.