The New York Yankees might have had higher hopes if veteran infielder Josh Donaldson had retired before the 2023 season began. Despite his hefty $21 million salary, his performance this season hasn’t justified the expenditure.
Donaldson’s performance last season was underwhelming, with a .222 batting average and a .308 on-base percentage (OBP), contributing 15 home runs and 16 RBIs. His 97 weighted runs created plus (wRC+) is the lowest since his 2012 stint with the Oakland Athletics when he played 75 games.
Yankees’ Manager, Aaron Boone, was optimistic that Donaldson would rebound this season.