Align interview: Pat Boone | Blaze Media
Pat Boone's plans to become a teacher and preacher were interrupted by a career that is still going strong 70 years later. The pop icon's early success led to a decades-long rise to the top of the show business ladder. hit song. A blockbuster movie. Bestselling book. The music ranges from gospel, country, pop, and […]
Aaron Boone pushes right bullpen buttons at right time for Yankees
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Aaron Boone has put the jigsaw puzzle together perfectly. On Wednesday, four relief pitchers combined to get the final 13 outs and Giancarlo Stanton's go-ahead homer kept the score tied for long as the Yankees defeated the Royals 3-2 in Game 3 of the ALDS. A great defensive dash didn't hurt […]
Bobby Witt, Aaron Boone enraged during Yankees’ win over Royals
No one was happy in his penultimate at-bat of the Yankees' 6-5 victory over the Royals in Game 1 of the ALDS. Yankees relief pitcher Luke Weaver, who became the team's closer after the season, struck out Royals superstar Bobby Witt Jr. in a dramatic eight-pitch play. Facing a full count, Weaver threw a 96 […]
Boone, NC church becomes Helene recovery hub, one of dozens across Southeast: ‘God will carry us through this’
A former judge in North Carolina whose church is assisting in relief efforts for those affected by Hurricane Helen said there was a sense among residents that “God is still in control of this situation and that God is still in control of this situation.'' I have a strong faith that it will get me […]
Aaron Boone enjoyed unique Pete Rose connection
Pete Rose, who died Monday at the age of 83, was known by many as the all-time hitting leader and later bet on baseball as manager of the Reds. However, Yankees manager Aaron Boone got to know Rose more personally, as he played with Boone's father, Bob, from 1979 to 1981 and they won the […]
Yankees’ Aaron Boone hasn’t lost faith in Austin Wells
Aaron Boone isn't worried about Austin Wells. That's right, the Yankees catcher is in a slump. Yes, that's the most games he's ever played in a single season. Austin Wells (left) talks with Marcus Stroman during the first inning of the Yankees' 9-7 loss to the Orioles on Sept. 25, 2024. Brad Penner – Imag […]
Aaron Boone takes blame after Gerrit Cole’s intentional walk to Rafael Devers
The Yankees are trying to move forward. The Red Sox are reveling in the Gerrit Cole turmoil and using it to their advantage. After Boston's eventful win on Saturday, Cole intentionally walked Rafael Devers with one out and the bases loaded in the bottom of the fourth inning, spurring the Red Sox to rally behind […]
Aaron Boone trying a balancing act with Alex Verdugo, Jasson Dominguez
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said the team's top prospect, Jason Dominguez, will play “a lot.” Boone did not say Dominguez would play every day. The Yankees are trying to balance Dominguez, Alex Verdugo and much of the outfield/DH corps, with Dominguez being benched for the second time in three games on Friday night. Alex Verdugo […]
Aaron Boone ‘comfortable’ if Yankees continue to not employ true closer in postseason
When the Yankees start the playoffs next month, they may not have a true closer, and, at least for now, Aaron Boone seems content with that. Last week, Clay Holmes' 11th save was a blow to Boone, who was “creative” with his pitching plans late in games, but Luke Weaver earned his first save. Holmes […]
Aaron Boone defends Alex Verdugo not running out ground ball
ARLINGTON, Texas — After defending Alex Verdugo as a left fielder, Aaron Boone defended Verdugo again Wednesday night for not sprinting on ground balls. The Yankees were down 5-0 at the time in their 10-6 loss to the Rangers in the top of the fifth inning when Verdugo grounded out to second base and calmly […]