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Yankees’ Shaky Wild-Card Hold Intensifies Questions Around Boone and Cashman

Ken Rosenthal’s on-air remarks heightened scrutiny of leadership during a precarious wild-card push.

NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 25: Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees stands in the on deck circle during the game against the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium on August 25, 2025 in New York, New York.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 26: Fernando Cruz #63 of the New York Yankees hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone #17 after being taken out of the game against the Washington Nationals at Yankee Stadium on August 26, 2025 in New York City.
ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - AUGUST 17: Umpire Vic Carapazza #19 talks to manager Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees during a game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Busch Stadium on August 17, 2025 in St Louis, Missouri.
NEW YORK, NY - JULY 31: Manager, Aaron Boone #17 of the New York Yankees looks on during the game against the Tampa Bay Rays at Yankee Stadium on July 31, 2025 in New York, New York. (Photo by New York Yankees/Getty Images)

Overview

  • MLB insider Ken Rosenthal said the Yankees moving on from manager Aaron Boone, GM Brian Cashman, or both is "in play" if the club misses the playoffs or exits early.
  • Newsweek reported the team is 5-15 against the Blue Jays and Red Sox entering Thursday, underscoring concerns about how they match up with top rivals.
  • Newsweek floated Blue Jays bench coach Don Mattingly as a potential candidate if the job opens, while Heavy highlighted outside speculation linking former Marlins manager Skip Schumaker.
  • Analysts cited injuries to key players and persistent defensive lapses, with Anthony Volpe’s struggles drawing attention as contributors to the club’s post-June slide.
  • Despite the downturn, coverage notes New York leads MLB in home runs and that the Ryan McMahon trade has steadied the infield, supporting a still-viable path to October.