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Yankees Face Fan Backlash After Boone’s Postgame Remarks During Ongoing Slump

A 27-36 stretch since late May has plunged the team to third in the AL East, exposing growing frustration over Boone’s bullpen decisions.

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 05: Manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees looks back in the dugout while on the mound during the game against the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on August 05, 2025 in Arlington, Texas.
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New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone, left, argues with umpires during the third inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Sunday, Aug. 10, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Pamela Smith)
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Overview

  • Since May 28, New York has gone 27-36, sliding to third place in the AL East and holding the third Wild Card spot by just half a game.
  • Aaron Boone continues to voice confidence that this roster can recover, citing past late-season rallies as evidence of its potential.
  • Boone’s handling of the bullpen has drawn scrutiny, particularly his loyalty to struggling closer Devin Williams despite calls to reassign higher-leverage duties.
  • Fans publicly criticized Boone’s tone-deaf postgame comments after Sunday’s 7-1 loss, and his fifth ejection of the season has intensified calls for leadership accountability.
  • In a new podcast revelation, former Yankee Clint Frazier said players preferred Rob Thomson over Boone for the 2018 managerial role, highlighting persistent clubhouse doubts.