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Grading the Yankees hot seats: After playoff elimination, could Aaron Boone, Brian Cashman be out?
CBS Sports • • general
Key Points:
- The New York Yankees were swept in the ALDS by the Tampa Bay Rays, extending their World Series drought to 17 years, tied for the longest in franchise history.
- Manager Aaron Boone, signed through 2027, remains supported by key figures including GM Brian Cashman and team captain Aaron Judge, despite criticism over postseason performance and repeated late-season struggles.
- Boone's postseason record against higher-seeded teams is poor (1-8), raising questions about his long-term effectiveness, though a mid-contract firing is considered unlikely this offseason.
- General Manager Brian Cashman, with a contract expiring this offseason, is expected to return given his close relationship with owner Hal Steinbrenner, though his personal desire to continue remains uncertain.
- Stability within the Yankees' leadership is likely to continue, with Boone possibly entering 2027 as a lame-duck manager and Cashman remaining in his role, while significant organizational changes would be unexpected.
