Jun 2, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; New York Yankees third baseman Josh Donaldson (28) celebrates after hitting a solo home run in the second inning against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Yankees, along with their manager Aaron Boone, have been anticipating the comeback of Josh Donaldson, despite his lowest statistical performance in 2022.
The 37-year-old posted a dismal .222 batting average with a .308 on-base percentage, and for the first time since 2012, he recorded a sub-100 wRC+.
In truth, it appeared as though Donaldson’s prime playing years had concluded, and his decline was manifestly setting in.