Despite winning 100 games in his first season as manager of the New York Yankees, Aaron Boone had his doubters. Because of less than ideal starting pitching that caused some mismanagement of the bullpen, Boone needed a rebound year in 2019 to prove that GM Brian Cashman made the correct choice after parting ways with Joe Girardi following 10 seasons in the Bronx.
Although the Yanks would fall short of their ultimate goal of championship No. 28, considering the circumstances, the results of a 103-win campaign (most since 2009) and the Bombers’ first division title since 2012, speak for themselves.