Yankees' Aaron Boone Acknowledges Red Sox's Strong Offseason Moves

The Yankees manager praised Boston's roster upgrades while expressing mixed feelings about their improved competitiveness in the AL East.

Aaron Boone, manager of the New York Yankees, highlighted the Boston Red Sox's significant offseason acquisitions, including Alex Bregman and Walker Buehler.
Boone noted Boston's improved pitching and overall roster strength, predicting a competitive AL East division this season.
Despite his praise, Boone expressed a preference for the Red Sox to remain a .500 team, reflecting the historic rivalry between the two franchises.
The Yankees and Red Sox were scheduled to face off in spring training, but the game was canceled due to rain and will not be rescheduled.
Baseball analysts project the Yankees to finish ahead of the Red Sox in regular-season standings, but Boone acknowledged that all five AL East teams could contend.