Yankees' Boone and Cashman Respond to Kelly Criticism

Following the New York Yankees' disappointing performance in the 2024 World Series, manager Aaron Boone addressed criticism from Dodgers pitcher Joe Kelly, who labeled the Yankees a flawed team and suggested they would rank as low as eighth among postseason teams. Boone acknowledged he was 'a little bit' bothered by Kelly's remarks but emphasized the team's shortcomings in Game 5, which he described as the ultimate disappointment. Yankees GM Brian Cashman also defended the team, recognizing their poor performance while suggesting Kelly's comments were more personal than representative of the Dodgers' views. Kelly's critique was made after the Dodgers secured their eighth World Series title, where they defeated the Yankees in five games. Despite the criticism, Boone expressed pride in his team's overall efforts throughout the season. As Boone prepares for his eighth season as manager, he remains focused on improving the team's performance moving forward.