News leaks out of New York that Aaron Boone is the successful candidate in the Yankees’ protracted search for a new manager after the firing of Joe Girardi following the 2017 ALCS. Six candidates reached the interview chase, but it’s the former third-generation player with no coaching or managing experience who has reportedly come out on top, due to his outstanding communications skills and ability to relate to today’s players.

 

On December 1, 2017 — News leaks out of New York that Aaron Boone is the successful candidate in the Yankees’ protracted search for a new manager after the firing of Joe Girardi following the 2017 ALCS. Six candidates reached the interview chase, but it’s the former third-generation player with no coaching or managing experience who has reportedly come out on top, due to his outstanding communications skills and ability to relate to today’s players.

 

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