New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone explained his decision to bench starting left fielder Jasson Dominguez despite the team’s strong offensive start.
Boone emphasized that the move is part of Dominguez’s development, with the goal of helping him become a top defensive left fielder, while also recognizing Trent Grisham’s strong recent play as a factor in the decision.
Boone expressed confidence that Dominguez will continue to develop and become more comfortable with more playing time, but the decision raises questions, as missing high-leverage at-bats could hinder Dominguez’s growth, particularly given his offensive advantage over Grisham.
While Boone sees this as a developmental step, fans may question the approach, especially when the team faces more close games in the future.
