New York, NY – Yankees manager Aaron Boone found himself in a rare situation on Monday afternoon when he got ejected from the game against the A’s at Yankee Stadium. This marked Boone’s 35th career ejection, but this time it was under unusual circumstances.
Boone’s ejection came only five pitches into the game, seemingly triggered by something a fan said. Home plate umpire Hunter Wendelstedt issued a warning to Boone after which a fan seated behind the dugout yelled something, leading to Boone’s ejection. The scene played out with Boone pointing up at the crowd in disbelief.
In a video circulating online, Boone can be heard protesting his innocence to Wendelstedt, claiming he did not say anything that warranted his ejection. Another video clearly shows a fan in a blue shirt seated in the front row yelling something, prompting Wendelstedt to take action.
Despite the confusion, Wendelstedt stood by his decision, insisting that Boone, regardless of who said what, was out of the game. The situation escalated quickly, highlighting the tense atmosphere between the manager and the umpire.
Boone’s ejection now places him tied for 48th all-time in ejections, a significant milestone considering he has only held the Yankees job since the beginning of the 2018 season. This incident adds to Boone’s colorful managerial career, showcasing the unpredictability that comes with the game.