Aaron Judge endorses Boone as Yankees exit playoffs after loss to Rays

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Last updated Oct 8, 2026

Aaron Judge endorses Boone as Yankees exit playoffs after loss to Rays
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The New York Yankees were swept in the ALDS by the Tampa Bay Rays, concluding with a 4-3 loss in Game 3 on October 7. Aaron Judge defended manager Aaron Boone following the defeat, while Jazz Chisholm Jr. expressed frustration over Boone not starting him. Chisholm reacted to fan boos as he took the field, revealing he had a zero-for-eight record in the series. Judge indicated his disappointment, stating he was 'hating every single moment' of the defeat. The Yankees' offseason strategy is now under scrutiny as they prepare for the 2027 season.

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  • •Yankees eliminated from playoffs after losing to Rays 4-3.
  • •Aaron Judge supports Boone amidst scrutiny over team performance.
  • •Jazz Chisholm Jr. frustrated with lack of communication from Boone.
  • •Chisholm faced boos while pinch hitting in the seventh inning.
  • •Yankees now look ahead to offseason and potential changes.
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  • 5:32 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees’ Aaron Judge defends Aaron Boone, but Jazz Chisholm Jr. is very salty about situation
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As the New York Yankees were swept in the ALDS by the Tampa Bay Rays , ending in Game 3’s 4-3 loss on Wednesday, there is no denying that a good chunk of fans have eyes on manager Aaron Boone after another disappointing finish. After the Yankees suffered the series loss, Aaron Judge and Jazz Chisholm Jr. had two different expressions regarding […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Judge defends Aaron Boone, but Jazz Chisholm Jr. is very salty about situation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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