The New York Yankees‘ woes in the 2023 season extend beyond just the underwhelming performances of the players. True, the roster had moments of dimness, but the bulk of the issues stemmed from injuries and less-than-stellar roster decisions.
Leadership in the Clubhouse
In terms of leadership, the Yankees weren’t lacking. With Aaron Judge stepping up as captain, a role not assumed since the Derek Jeter era, the team had stalwarts to maintain positivity. Rumblings around Josh Donaldson and a public outburst from Aaron Hicks towards Aaron Boone did emerge, but the Yankees acted swiftly (in some cases).