After reaching the World Series in 2024, the New York Yankees rewarded manager Aaron Boone with a contract extension through the 2027 season. Boone, who replaced Joe Girardi in December 2017, is now in his eighth season leading the storied franchise. Despite entering Saturday’s matchup against the New York Mets with a 48-40 record, the Yankees have been one of the coldest teams in baseball since mid-June.