Every MLB fan realizes that the stakes are about to become way higher in October for the sport’s 12 playoff teams, are any of these clubs’ managers under extra-intense scrutiny this postseason?

The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal was asked about this on Friday during a new episode of the “Foul Territory” program, and he discussed the job security of two managers whose teams have already clinched a playoff berth: New York Yankees’ Aaron Boone and Philadelphia Phillies’ Rob Thomson.

Rosenthal was specifically asked if any managers would be in danger of getting fired if they’re team got bounced early from the playoffs.

“If indeed (the Yankees) get knocked out early … I’m not even sure … (Boone) would get fired,” Rosenthal said.

“He’s so close with Brian Cashman, the GM, (and) so well thought

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