As far as I’m concerned, the only worthwhile thing Aaron Hicks did at all this season is getting on base during the Yankees vs Rays game in Tampa this evening. After that, it was all downhill. He is a danger to the team and the other players. I’m not entirely sure if he even likes playing for the Yankees, or if he even likes baseball.
In the middle of a pickle, he took out Rays pitcher, Garrett Cleavinger. The left-handed pitcher found himself in the crossfire of Hicks when he came to rescue his team with a simple out-at-home plate when he was tripped by Hicks trying to get away and Cleavinger fell on his kneecap. What a dumpster fire of a play. The Rays fetched him a wheelchair and he shook it off and wanted to stay in the game. One practice throw was enough for him to feel the pain, and go back to the dugout.
Why was the pitcher even included in the play is a mystery. Why Hicks is still on the roster is unbelievable. How can you lose a game when you had the lead 6-0? The Yankees can.
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