After another brutal ALDS exit, the big question mark hanging over the Bronx is Aaron Boone’s job, but the skipper fully expects to be back next season, even with his contract wrapping up in 2027 if it’s not extended this offseason. This comes despite the Yankees getting bounced in the ALDS for the second straight year after their latest loss.
Boone’s Record and the Championship Drought
Boone has been at the helm for nine seasons, and while his regular season record of 790-565 ranks seventh in franchise history, the postseason has been a different beast entirely. They’ve finished above .500 in all nine seasons and only missed the postseason once in 2023. You’d think that’s solid, right? But the World Series trophy case has remained dusty under his watch, with the Yankees making it to the World Series only once in eight postseasons. That 27-30 postseason record under Boone is a tough pill to swallow for a club that expects rings.
GM Brian Cashman isn’t backing down from his guy. FOX Sports’ Deesha Thosar asked him about Boone’s job status before Game 3 against the Rays, and it doesn’t sound like a change is on the horizon. Cashman said, “I think Boone’s a really good manager. We’re here for a reason. There are a lot of reasons behind that, and certainly he’s part of that.” Sounds like the front office is still in his corner, at least for now.
Players Have Boone’s Back, But What’s Next?
It’s not just Cashman either; the players are vocal in their support for Boone. Cody Bellinger was all praise before Game 3, talking about the winning culture Boone has built. “Boony is a great guy to play for. I’ve played for four really good managers, in my opinion, and my transition over here was smooth,” Bellinger explained. “It’s all about winning here. When you put on this logo, it’s all about winning, and we understand that. We understand what comes with the logo, what comes with the history, and he helps present that.” That’s high praise from a guy who’s seen a few different clubhouses.
Even after the tough loss, Aaron Judge gave Boone his props for navigating a season riddled with injuries to key guys like himself, Giancarlo Stanton, Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodon, Trent Grisham, and Bellinger. Judge stated, “He’s our manager. He’s running this ship. Especially a season like this. I’m banged up, missing 100 games. You miss Big G, Cole, Rodon. Miss a lot of guys. Trent Grisham for a little bit, Cody Bellinger, who was an MVP for us. For him to manage it the way he did and put us in the best position in the playoffs and give us an opportunity to win a World Series.” He finished by saying, “He’s definitely had our back, and is our guy.”
So, the support is there, but the burning question remains: how do they get over the postseason hump? Cam Schlittler was asked about it and he had no clear answer. “Don’t really have an answer for you,” Schlittler admitted. “Last year, this year pretty similar. Going on the road, and not playing the way we’re capable of. I look at today and thought the guys played great, they battled. Honestly, just a good game by the Rays as well. Don’t have an answer for you. We have an oppo.”
That’s the kicker, isn’t it? The talent is there, the manager has player support, but the answers for October success are still elusive. Boone says he expects to be back, but the conversations about his future are “for another day.” Right now, it’s about reflecting on this latest disappointment and connecting with the guys. This offseason is going to be a long one for them, with plenty to figure out before next season kicks off.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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