Well, it's a down couple of years. But what's more disconcerting is Hank Steinbrenner being more of a "numbers/money" guy than a "win at all costs" guy. George, Evil Empire and all, was a terrific owner who wanted to win. From what I've heard, Hank isn't wired the same way.
If they're able to turn it around, they'll look back on these few years like the mid to late 80s when the Mets were the team in NY.