Brian Cashman kept defaulting to the big picture. Yes, there were problems in fundamental areas on defense and especially baserunning, but that in the GM’s view did not prevent the Yankees from being a terrific team that reached the World Series.

The New York Yankees have a big decision looming in regards to the contract of manager Aaron Boone. Boone signed a three-year extension in 2021 that included a team option for the 2025 season. General manager Brian Cashman hinted Tuesday that the team was leaning towards picking up the option and bringing back their manager for the upcoming campaign,