Author: Pete Caldera, NorthJersey.com

Entering his sixth season as Yankees manager, still in search of his first pennant, Aaron Boone addressed key issues facing his club as camp opens.

Amid speculation over Aaron Boone’s future following another playoff exit for the Yankees, Hal Steinbrenner said he will return as manager.

Let’s examine the biggest factors that will impact Aaron Judge’s decision to stay with the New York Yankees or sign elsewhere.

The Yankees and Astros played Game 2 of the ALCS in Houston. Now, the series shifts to the Bronx after another loss.

Although the Yankees and Astros have a lot of history, Aaron Judge and his teammates are focused on now ahead of their ALCS matchup.

Gerrit Cole pitched seven strong innings as the Yankees fought off elimination vs. the Guardians and forced a winner-take-all Game 5 back in New York.

Some boos could be heard after Aaron Judge struck out for the fourth time in an 0-for-5 day. “I’ve got to play better,” Judge said.

With the best-of-five AL Division Series even at one game apiece and zero off dates remaining, the Guardians will host Games 3 and 4 this weekend

Gerrit Cole pitched into the sixth inning and the Yankees’ bullpen wrapped up a 4-1 victory against the Guardians.