Aaron Boone is a former professional baseball player from the United States and the current manager of the New York Yankees in Major League Baseball (MLB). Born on March 9, 1973, in La Mesa, California, he hails from a notable baseball lineage; his father Bob Boone, and brother Bret Boone are also former major league players. Aaron played as a third baseman in MLB from 1997 to 2009.
Throughout his career, he was part of several teams including the Cincinnati Reds (1997–2003), New York Yankees (2003), Cleveland Indians (2005–2006), Florida Marlins (2007), Washington Nationals (2008), and Houston Astros (2009). His final appearance in MLB occurred on October 4, 2009, while playing for the Houston Astros. Boone is best remembered for his performance with the Yankees in 2003 when he hit an iconic walk-off home run that clinched victory in the American League Championship Series. He was also named an All-Star that year while representing the Yankees. In 2018, he took on the role of manager for the team.
Aaron Boone’s Residence
Aaron Boone, the manager of the New York Yankees, lives in Greenwich, Connecticut. Before taking on his managerial position with the Yankees in 2018, he resided in Scottsdale, Arizona. He lives with his wife, Laura Cover. Laura was a Playboy Playmate (Miss October 1998), and together they have four children - two biological named Brandon Boone and Bella Boone and two adopted named Jeanel Boone and his younger brother Sergot Boone.
Where Was Aaron Boone Born?
Aaron Boone was born on March 9, 1973, in La Mesa, California, to Bob Boone, a former MLB player and manager, and his mother, Susan. Raised in a family steeped in baseball traditions, Boone’s father was a catcher who played for the Philadelphia Phillies, Montreal Expos, and California Angels. Additionally, Boone has a brother named Bret Boone, who also had a career as a second baseman in Major League Baseball.
Which College Did Aaron Boone Attend?
Aaron Boone went to the University of Southern California (USC), where he played baseball for the USC Trojans. In 1993, he participated in collegiate summer baseball with the Orleans Cardinals in the Cape Cod Baseball League, earning a spot as a league all-star and contributing to Orleans' success in winning the league championship. Subsequently, Boone was chosen by the Cincinnati Reds during the third round of the 1994 MLB draft.
FAQs on Aaron Boone
A. Aaron Boone was born on March 9, 1973.
A. He played as a third baseman throughout his career in MLB.
A. He was named the Yankees' manager before the 2018 season.
A. Aaron Boone made his MLB debut on September 6, 1997.
A. His jersey number for the New York Yankees was 17.
