Even if calls to fire Yankees manager grow louder, it's not happening originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Yankees are slumping. Fans are furious. Sports radio’s melting down. And like clockwork, here come the headlines. “Calls Growing for Yankees to Make a Decision on Aaron Boone.” Pressure Builds on Yankees to Fire Manager.”

If the New York Yankees haven't hit rock bottom yet, they're awfully close. Back on June 22, the Yankees were 45-32 and firmly in first place in the AL East. Fast forward to the present day, where they're now 48-40 and two games back of the Toronto Blue Jays in the standings.

The New York Yankees' season has hit a rough patch. The team has lost the American League East lead, and Aaron Boone could be to blame.