Yankees Appoint MIT Physicist as New Major League Analyst

Aaron Judge endorses the hiring of Aaron Leanhardt, emphasizing his unique approach to analytics.

Aaron Judge, the Yankees captain, has expressed strong support for Aaron Leanhardt, the team's new Major League analyst, highlighting his effective communication of analytical data.
Leanhardt, a former MIT physicist and hitting coach, has been with the Yankees organization since 2018 and is praised for his deep understanding of baseball analytics.
The appointment comes after a disappointing 82-80 season, with Judge and other players calling for improvements in how analytical data is delivered.
Manager Aaron Boone and pitcher Gerrit Cole have also voiced their support for Leanhardt, citing his work ethic and analytical skills.
Leanhardt's unique background includes NASA-funded research and a tenure as a Michigan physics professor, bringing a fresh perspective to the Yankees' analytical approach.