MLB podcaster Tom Scibelli lashed out at New York Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman after losing to the Houston Astros in the American League Championship Series.
In a tweet posted by Scibelli, he also pointed out that Josh Donaldson’s wages did not match his performances in the post-season, comparing him to the Philadelphia Phillies’ Bryce Harper. He said:
“Josh Donaldson is making like $2 million less than Bryce Harper this season. Brian Cashman should offer his resignation after today’s game.”
Donaldson joined the Yankees from the Minnesota Twins earlier this season, earning a whopping $21 million salary with a two-year deal and a $16 million mutual option for 2024. However, the 36-year-old failed to produce his best form in the postseason , struggling with 5-for-25 (.200) and a mere 13 strikeouts. The Houston Astros made easy work of Donaldson and the Yankees winning 4-0 to book another World Series appearance.
The Astros have also remained unbeaten throughout the postseason and will be the favorites to lift the crown against NLCS champs Philadelphia Phillies.
Phillies’ were led by Bryce Harper, who was also named the NLCS MVP after beating the San Diego Padres. Harper finished with 8-for-20 (.400) with two homers, three doubles, five RBIs and four runs scored in five games.
Brian Cashman’s decision comes into question after Yankees’ ALCS exit
Despite the Yankees winning 99 games in the regular season, they couldn’t get over the line in one of the most thrilling seasons in recent memory. However, GM Brian Cashman will be in the firing line after the loss, with fans questioning the moves made in the previous off-season.
