The Yankees have been heating up at the right time, putting together a solid stretch. They just beat the Blue Jays and swept both the Nationals and the White Sox. But does that guarantee them a playoff spot? Not quite. Because the race is still tight, especially with the Red Sox right there alongside them, trailing by only a couple more losses. And that also means Aaron Boone’s job isn’t exactly safe.
MLB insider Bob Nightengale recently pointed out that Boone’s future could be in jeopardy after such an underwhelming season. “The Yankees certainly need to make the playoffs for Boone to retain his job. The big question is how deep in the playoffs they need to go for Boone’s job to be secure?”
And one big reason has been his questionable handling of Anthony Volpe at shortstop. However, th