There’s been much speculation this spring as to how Yankees manager Aaron Boone is going to lay out his batting order come Opening Day in Toronto.
Aside from Brett Gardner, the Yanks do not possess another legitimate leadoff hitter. And no, I’m not going to entertain the idea of plugging in Jacoby Ellsbury until someone gets hurt and the need arises.
So on Tuesday, when Boone was asked about with the possibility of Judge taking first hacks for the Bombers, he spoke optimistically. Per MLB.com:
“I wouldn’t necessarily say it’s likely, but something like that I would consider,” Boone said.