Feb 23, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; New York Yankees center fielder Aaron Hicks (31) prepares to throw the ball during spring training practice at Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Florida. Mandatory Credit: Dave Nelson-USA TODAY Sports
The New York Yankees have instituted a youth agenda to start the 2023 season, focusing on getting younger players opportunities. With Anthony Volpe taking over the starting shortstop job and Oswaldo Cabrera manning left field, the Bombers have sent some of their veterans to the bench, notably Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Aaron Hicks.
The Yankees started IKF in centerfield over Hicks on Sunday afternoon, which was certainly a surprise given the forfeiting of experience.