The New York Yankees and manager Aaron Boone suffered a tough loss in Game 2 of the ALDS, falling 4-2 at home in front of their fans. None of their top hitters, including Aaron Judge, could lift the team to a comeback. However, in the post-game press conference, Boone didn’t hold back when addressing the Kansas City Royals.
According to Boone, the Yankees are ready to win the next two games, fully aware of the importance of each day in the postseason. He expressed his determination to regroup with his players and strategize for Game 3, which will take place at Kauffman Stadium in Kansas City.
“We gotta win two more. It’s as crucial as that. It’s playoffs—every day is crucial. Hopefully, we’ll regroup tomorrow and take care of Game 3. That’s the next thing in front of us,” Boone said. He emphasized that his players are confident, they understand what went wrong, and they’ll be ready for Game 3.
Aaron Boone acknowledged that mistakes were made during the 4th inning, a moment the Kansas City Royals capitalized on to take the lead, which they never relinquished thanks to solid defense.
Aaron Boone discusses all facets of Game 2 against the Royals with @M_Marakovits and the rest of the media. #YANKSonYES
Boone’s Honest Assessment After Game 2 Loss to Royals
The Yankees manager admitted that the 4th inning was tough, but despite the outcome, he stood by his decision to start Carlos Rodon in Game 2. Boone recognized that Rodon made some mistakes, but overall, he praised the pitcher’s performance, calling it excellent.
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When asked about the possibility of bouncing back in the series against the Royals, Boone pointed out that resilience has been a key part of the Yankees’ success during the 2024 season, especially after difficult games or series.
