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Aaron Boone should manage like his Yankees job is on the line with three desperate changes

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Sherman, J. (2026, October 6). Aaron Boone should manage like his Yankees job is on the line with three desperate changes. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/06/sports/aaron-boone-should-manage-like-job-is-on-line-with-3-yankees-changes/

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Aaron Boone faces pressure to make drastic lineup changes for Game 3 of the Yankees' playoff series. The article suggests replacing Ryan McMahon with José Caballero and considering more radical swaps like Anthony Volpe for Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Paul Goldschmidt for Luis García Jr. The author argues that Boone should manage as if his job depends on it, despite his usual calm approach, to address the Yankees' recent postseason struggles and avoid managerial scrutiny.

Written by AI on 2026-10-06, from this article's own text only (the story summary below draws on all the coverage).

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Lineup Changes and Player Performances

Jazz Chisholm Jr.'s Demotion: Aaron Boone moved Jazz Chisholm Jr., who had committed multiple errors in the previous games, to a bench role for Game 3 of the ALDS against the Tampa Bay Rays.

Ryan McMahon's Error: In Game 2, Ryan McMahon made a fielding error on the first play of the game and was subsequently benched in favor of José Caballero for Game 3.

Anthony Volpe's Promotion: Anthony Volpe took over at second base from Jazz Chisholm Jr., marking his first start in the postseason.

Trent Grisham's Struggles as Leadoff Hitter: Despite being moved to leadoff, Trent Grisham struggled and struck out three times during Game 3 of the ALDS.

Max Fried's Inconsistent Performance: Max Fried started Game 3 but allowed runs in his last four innings despite moments of dominance, contributing to the Yankees' elimination from the playoffs.

Carlos Rodon's Absence: Despite being a strong option, Carlos Rodon did not get an opportunity to pitch during the ALDS against the Rays due to the decision to stick with Max Fried.

Austin Wells’ Base-Running Error in Game 1: Austin Wells made a critical base-running error that impacted Game 1 of the series against the Rays.

Key Players and Their Roles

José Caballero’s First Start as Third Baseman: José Caballero was given his first start at third base during Game 3, with the hope that his speed would bring a spark to the lineup.

Luis Garcia Jr.'s Continuation in First Base Role: Luis Garcia Jr., despite team changes around him, continued in his role as the starting first baseman for Game 3.

Max Fried's Last-Minute Decision: The Yankees decided on Max Fried over Carlos Rodon to start Game 3, despite having a mixed record in playoff games with the Yankees.

Overall Team Performance

The Yankees struggled defensively and offensively during Games 2 and 3 of the ALDS against the Rays.
Despite lineup adjustments, key players like Chisholm Jr., McMahon, and Grisham underperformed significantly.
Max Fried's inconsistency highlighted weaknesses in the pitching rotation that were exacerbated by defensive lapses.

These factors led to the Yankees' elimination from the playoffs, leaving the team with significant questions heading into the offseason regarding player performance and strategic decisions.

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The easy choice is José Caballero for Ryan McMahon, a decision that already should have been made by Aaron Boone for Game 2. asserted

that → make → Game

Tougher yet is Paul Goldschmidt for Luis García Jr. Boone should make all of those alterations for Wednesday night’s do-or-die Game 3 for the Yankees. Access the Yankees beat like never before Don’t miss Greg Joyce’s text messages from The Bronx and beyond — he’s giving Sports+ subscribers the inside buzz on the Yankees. Sign Up NowBoone has generally tried to project steadiness and lack of panic in his nine years managing the Yankees. asserted

NowBoone → make → Yankees

But if desperate times actually call for desperate actions, then Boone should manage desperately. asserted

Boone → call → actions

He should manage like his job is on the line, whether Hal Steinbrenner or Brian Cashman would actually push that lever or not if the Yankees lose yet another postseason series, in part because of the type of sloppiness that historically has reflected poorly on a manager. asserted

that → manage → manager

Aaron Boone should manage like his Yankees job is on the line with three desperate changes

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