Aaron Boone will return for an eighth season as the manager of the New York Yankees, following the team’s decision to exercise his 2025 option on Friday.
Under Boone’s leadership, the Yankees have achieved a solid 603-429 record, clinching three American League East titles and one pennant. This past season marked a significant milestone, as New York made its first World Series appearance since 2009, although they fell to the Los Angeles Dodgers in five games.
Boone’s three-year contract, agreed upon in October 2021, included an option for the 2025 season. General manager Brian Cashman noted that the deadline for this option is set for 10 days after the conclusion of the World Series.
In a statement, Cashman praised Boone, saying, “Aaron is a steadying presence in our clubhouse and possesses a profound ability to connect with and foster relationships with his players. Consistently exhibiting these skills in such a demanding and pressurized market is what makes him one of the game’s finest managers.”
With this announcement, Boone joins the ranks of legendary Yankees managers, being the third to lead the team to the postseason in six of his first seven years, alongside Casey Stengel and Joe Torre.
The New York Yankees have scheduled a news conference for Monday, where Boone will address this decision and share his thoughts moving forward.
Boone expressed gratitude in a statement, saying, “I am grateful for the trust placed in me to lead this team. It’s a responsibility — and an opportunity — that I will never take lightly.”
