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Yankees' Midseason Slump Puts Boone's Job and Cashman's Roster Construction Under Scrutiny

A prolonged skid has fans questioning whether conservative in-game management or flawed roster moves are at fault

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 22: Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees argues with home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt #21 in the first inning during the game against the Oakland Athletics at Yankee Stadium on April 22, 2024 in New York City.
TORONTO, ON - JULY 3: Manager Aaron Boone of the New York Yankees walks back to the dugout after making a pitching change in the fifth inning against the Toronto Blue Jays in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on July 3, 2025 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - MAY 13: Manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees is thrown out of the game during the ninth inning against the Seattle Marinersat T-Mobile Park on May 13, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Overview

  • New York has fallen from first to third in the AL East after going 7-16 since June 1
  • Criticism of manager Aaron Boone has intensified over his measured leadership style during the losing streak
  • Ken Rosenthal and other insiders defend Boone by noting modern managers rarely publicly reprimand players
  • General manager Brian Cashman faces blame for thin third-base depth and the minor-league signing of Jeimer Candelario despite his .111 average
  • Analysts say Boone is likely safe through the season but warn continued struggles could put his job at risk in the offseason