New York Yankees fans may not receive the news they were hoping for, as reports suggest that manager Aaron Boone is expected to return for the 2024 season. Despite a disappointing season, the Yankees’ clubhouse and front office reportedly see Boone as a key part of the solution rather than the problem.
The 2023 season didn’t go as planned for the Bronx Bombers, who entered the campaign with high hopes of a World Series run. However, the team fell far short of those expectations. While many fans had anticipated a major overhaul that could potentially include changes to both Aaron Boone and GM Brian Cashman, it appears Boone’s position is secure for now.
The Yankees are set to evaluate the season in a meeting in Tampa, with discussions on how to improve for the 2024 season. Aaron Boone will be part of these discussions, signaling the organization’s intent to retain him as the manager.
Sources: Aaron Boone expected to return as Yankees manager.https://t.co/oc1JDgdHKY
— Andy Martino (@martinonyc) October 2, 2023
and it seems like Fans are Furious about this unexpected news, here’s what they have to say:
Yankee fans actually want Buck instead 💔💔
— Dillon_K (@Vader814) October 2, 2023
Not surprised at all by this!! #RepBX
— Russ Gardiner (@CharlieRGa) October 2, 2023
Excellent. Means I can take another year off from watching this unserious organization. I hope the players enjoy their milk and cookies with their bedtime stories.
— FireCashman (@Sakroc) October 2, 2023
He’s very much part of the problem, he can’t construct a lineup, he gives players off when they’re hot, his in game decisions are horrible and use of BP is disastrous. So tell me how he’s not part of the problem. No accountability.
— Lefftee (@lefftee) October 3, 2023
I will not watch another game until he and Cashman are gone. Fans must boycott.
— Drew (@dhalpern11) October 3, 2023
“front office view Boone as part of the solution, not part of the problem.” But what happens when the front office is wrong on everything?
— Snadler#23 (@s_nadler) October 2, 2023
How ridiculous… They will never win anything with him but then again the new mission statement isn't to win championships, it's to finish above .500… This organization has jumped the shark…
— Marc Pardalis (@MarcPardalis) October 2, 2023
Boone’s fate for the upcoming season is technically secure due to his existing contract, but the finalization and announcement of his return are pending. Barring any unexpected developments during the Tampa meetings, Boone is expected to remain at the helm.
As the season progressed, several factors worked in Boone’s favor, including public support from team captain Aaron Judge, who expressed his desire to keep Boone. Despite the disappointing 82-80 record, the Yankees’ long-standing winning tradition remains intact, and both the clubhouse and front office seem to believe that Boone can contribute to the team’s resurgence in 2024.
