The New York Yankees faced off against division rival Tampa Bay Rays in a critical series opener on Friday night. During the game, outfielder Aaron Hicks made two defensive blunders in left field that resulted in a three-run fourth inning for the Rays.
The first blunder by the New York Yankees outfielder came from a flyball down the left field line, resulting in two runners scoring.
"Hicks drops the ball down the line, doesn't realize it was a fair ball and the Rays score 2. 3-0 Rays" - Talkin' Yanks
Hicks' second miscue came on a fly ball once again, allowing the ball to go over his head and result in another run for the Tampa Bay Rays.
"Hicks allows another balls to drop and the Rays take a 4-0 lead." - Talkin' Yanks
Fans in the stadium expressed their frustration, booing Aaron Hicks and even calling him Joey Gallo.
"Yankees Stadium with some Joey Gallo chants after Aaron Hicks' miscues in the field" - Talkin' Yanks
Fans on Twitter were also enraged. One questioned if Aaron Hicks would announce his retirement following his dismal display.
Between struggling at the plate and now on the field, fans simply want him off the team.
Hicks has a batting average of .211 after tonight's game and with these defensive errors, he is virtually unplayable at this point.
Fans wanted him pulled from the game. And that's exactly what happened.
"Aaron Hicks has been pulled from the game. Estevan Florial takes over in left field." - Bryan Hoch
Barstool Sports podcaster Eric Hubbs rejoiced after Hicks was pulled from the game.
"Hahaha they took Aaron Hicks out of the game. F*****g loser" - Eric Hubbs
The New York Yankees cannot afford to stick with Aaron Hicks
Overall, a brutal series of plays by New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks. This was a horrible effort in a critical series against the Tampa Bay Rays. The New York Yankees have limited options in the outfield with the injury of Andrew Benintendi, but there has to be better options than Aaron Hicks.
At this point, the New York Yankees need to consider designating him for assignment, because he has little to no value on the team.
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