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Aaron Boone's third base decision backfired in Yankees' Game 2 debacle
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Yankees manager Aaron Boone kept Ryan McMahon at third base in Game 2 to prioritize defense, despite McMahon's struggles at the plate and in the field.
- McMahon committed a critical error on the second pitch of the game, which contributed to the Yankees' four defensive errors and a 5-2 loss to the Rays.
- Boone considered starting Anthony Volpe or using José Caballero at third base but opted to maintain McMahon in the lineup due to experience and versatility concerns.
- McMahon's postseason batting performance remains weak, going 1-for-7 in four games, and he was eventually replaced by pinch hitter Paul Goldschmidt in the eighth inning.
- The Rays will start right-hander Nick Martinez in Game 3, potentially prompting Boone to reconsider his lineup decisions, while McMahon acknowledges team frustration but remains hopeful about the series.
