Yankees Skip Manager Boone at Old-Timers’ Day Amid Fan Dissent

At the Yankees' 77th Old Timers’ Day, manager Aaron Boone was notably excluded from the ceremonial introductions, highlighting the mounting criticism amid the team's recent struggles. Boone, who has managed the Yankees for eight years without winning a World Series, attended the event but was reportedly occupied with mandatory pitching staff meetings during the introductions. Despite a narrow win over the Astros, the Yankees have fallen out of first place, trailing in the playoff race and facing a significant slump since May. Legendary Yankees figures like Joe Torre and Jorge Posada defended Boone, attributing the team's difficulties to injuries and urging patience, while others noted the team's loss of its intimidating presence. Boone has maintained communication with Torre, drawing parallels to a similar tense playoff race in 2000, hoping for a turnaround. The situation underscores the tension between preserving franchise tradition and addressing current performance issues, as fan frustration grows and Boone’s job security remains uncertain despite a recent contract extension.