The New York Yankees finally found their man. The team has announced on Monday that they have hired former MLB infielder Aaron Boone as their new manager. The Yankees’ managerial position was vacated after the team parted ways with Joe Girardi in October. Boone, who has signed a three-year deal, will be officially introduced on Wednesday.
“I firmly believe that Aaron possesses the attributes needed to follow in the tradition of great Yankees managers,” – said chairman of the New York Yankees, Hal Steinbrenner, in a statement. “From all accounts, he is a polished communicator who possesses the ability to cultivate and grow relationships. Aaron has also spent a lifetime immersed in baseball, affording him a unique and intimate understanding of what fosters team success.“
Aaron Boone played for numerous teams during his MLB career including Cincinnati Reds, New York Yankees, Washington Nationals, and Houston Astros. He earned an All-Star selection in 2003. After retiring in 2010, Boone became a game analyst for ESPN. He doesn’t have any previous managerial experience.
“Words cannot express how humbled I am to wear the pinstripes again as the manager of the Yankees,” – Boone said. “I want to thank the Steinbrenner family and Brian Cashman for entrusting me with this tremendous honor and responsibility. I believe we are entering into a special time in New York Yankees history, and I am so excited to be a part of it. I can’t wait to get to work — and that work starts now.“
According to Yankees GM Brian Cashman, the team met with number of candidates for managerial position before settling with Boone. Among the other candidates for the spot were Carlos Beltran, Hensley Meulens, Rob Thomson and Chris Woodward.
