As the tumultuous 2023 season draws to a close, the New York Yankees find themselves facing some monumental decisions. Owner Hal Steinbrenner has already signaled that drastic moves are on the table, especially if the team, mostly healthy, misses the playoffs. Given their current last-place position in the AL East, a roster shakeup seems inevitable.
The Aaron Boone Misconception: Why He Shouldn’t Shoulder the Entire Blame
One rising narrative points to manager Aaron Boone as the likely scapegoat for the Yankees’ woes. However, that wouldn’t actually resolve any issues. Boone didn’t trade for Josh Donaldson or acquire Frankie Montas; those calls were made by General Manager Brian Cashman and his analytics team.