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Yankees' Aaron Boone Says Team Has 'Heavy Hearts' After Brett Gardner's Son's Death

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Opening Day 2025 has arrived for the New York Yankees ... and while there's always excitement leading into a new season, the team's manager said the players will take the field with "heavy hearts" following the shocking death of former star Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son.

Aaron Boone spoke with the media ahead of first pitch at Yankee Stadium ... and he said the athletes will have Miller on their minds throughout the season.

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"I talk to our guys a lot about perspective," he said.