Career Timeline of Aaron Boone: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Aaron Boone built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Aaron Boone is the current manager of the New York Yankees and a former MLB infielder. He played for 13 seasons (1997-2009). Boone is primarily known for his memorable walk-off home run in the 2003 ALCS, securing the Yankees' victory.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1991: Drafted by California Angels

In 1991, the California Angels selected Aaron Boone in the MLB draft, but he did not intend to sign a professional contract.

1993: Played for Orleans Cardinals

In 1993, Aaron Boone played collegiate summer baseball for the Orleans Cardinals of the Cape Cod Baseball League, where he was named a league all-star and helped lead Orleans to the league championship.

1994: Drafted by Cincinnati Reds

In 1994, Aaron Boone was selected by the Cincinnati Reds in the third round of the MLB draft.

June 1997: MLB Debut and Ejection

In June 1997, Aaron Boone made his MLB debut and was ejected from the game after being called out sliding into home.

1997: MLB Debut

In 1997, Aaron Boone began his 13-season career in Major League Baseball (MLB).

1998: Infield of Brothers

On the last day of the 1998 season, the Reds started the only MLB infield composed of two sets of brothers: Stephen Larkin, Bret Boone, Barry Larkin, and Aaron Boone.

September 22, 2002: Last Home Run at Riverfront Stadium

On September 22, 2002, Aaron Boone hit the last home run in Riverfront Stadium in the eighth inning of the Reds' 4–3 loss to the Philadelphia Phillies.

July 31, 2003: Trade to the New York Yankees

On July 31, 2003, the New York Yankees acquired Aaron Boone from the Reds for Brandon Claussen, Charlie Manning, and cash.

2003: ALCS Game 7 Home Run

During Game 7 of the 2003 American League Championship Series (ALCS), Aaron Boone hit a walk-off home run in the 11th inning, which gave the Yankees a 6–5 victory over the Boston Red Sox.

2003: All-Star Game Appearance

In 2003, Aaron Boone appeared in the MLB All-Star Game.

2003: Walk-off Home Run in ALCS

In 2003, Aaron Boone hit the winning walk-off home run of the 2003 American League Championship Series for the Yankees.

February 27, 2004: Released by the Yankees

On February 27, 2004, after trading for Alex Rodriguez, the Yankees released Aaron Boone.

June 2004: Signed with Cleveland Indians

In June 2004, Aaron Boone signed a two-year contract with the Cleveland Indians.

2005: Played 154 Games for Cleveland

In 2005, after missing the entire 2004 season, Aaron Boone played 154 games for the Cleveland Indians, batting .243 with 16 home runs.

December 29, 2006: Signed with Florida Marlins

On December 29, 2006, Aaron Boone signed a one-year contract with the Florida Marlins.

2006: Second Season with Cleveland

In 2006, Aaron Boone played his second season with the Cleveland Indians, batting .251 with seven home runs.

December 6, 2007: Signed with Washington Nationals

On December 6, 2007, Aaron Boone signed a one-year contract with the Washington Nationals.

2007: Played for the Marlins

In 2007, Aaron Boone played 69 games for the Florida Marlins, batting .286.

December 18, 2008: Signed with Houston Astros

On December 18, 2008, Aaron Boone signed a one-year deal with the Houston Astros.

2008: Played for Washington Nationals

In 2008, Aaron Boone played 104 games for the Washington Nationals, hitting .241 with 6 home runs.

2009: Last World Series Appearance Since 2024

2009 was the last time the Yankees had been to the World Series before their 2024 appearance.

2009: End of playing career

In 2009, Aaron Boone concluded his 13-season career in Major League Baseball (MLB).

2009: Limited Play with Astros

In 2009, Aaron Boone played in only 10 games for the Houston Astros, reaching base only once.

2009: Guest Analyst for MLB Network

In 2009, Aaron Boone served as a guest analyst for the MLB Network coverage of the ALCS.

February 23, 2010: Retirement and ESPN Analyst

On February 23, 2010, Aaron Boone announced his retirement and became an analyst for ESPN.

2010: Analyst for ESPN

In 2010, Aaron Boone became an analyst for ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball and Baseball Tonight.

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2012: Yankees last AL East title

In 2012 was the last time the Yankees won the AL East Title before the 2019 season.

2014: Called World Series for ESPN Radio

In 2014, Aaron Boone called the World Series for ESPN Radio with Dan Shulman.

2015: Called World Series for ESPN Radio

In 2015, Aaron Boone called the World Series for ESPN Radio with Dan Shulman.

2016: Color Commentator on Sunday Night Baseball

In 2016, Aaron Boone became a color commentator on Sunday Night Baseball with Dan Shulman and Jessica Mendoza.

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December 4, 2017: Hired as Yankees Manager

On December 4, 2017, Aaron Boone was hired as the manager of the New York Yankees.

2017: End of ESPN Analyst Career

In 2017, Aaron Boone ended his role as an analyst for ESPN's Sunday Night Baseball and Baseball Tonight.

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2017: Called World Series for ESPN Radio

Through 2017, Aaron Boone continued to call World Series games for ESPN Radio with Dan Shulman.

March 29, 2018: First Game as Yankees Manager

On March 29, 2018, the Yankees started the season with a 6–1 win against the Toronto Blue Jays, marking Aaron Boone's first game as manager.

October 3, 2018: First Postseason Win as Manager

On October 3, 2018, Aaron Boone secured his first postseason win as a manager, leading the Yankees to defeat the Oakland Athletics 7–2 in the American League Division Series.

2018: Yankees Manager

In 2018, Aaron Boone began serving as the manager of the New York Yankees.

March 28, 2019: Yankees Start 2019 Season

On March 28, 2019, The Yankees started the 2019 season with a 7–2 win against the Baltimore Orioles.

September 19, 2019: Yankees Clinch AL East

On September 19, 2019, after winning against the Los Angeles Angels, the Yankees clinched the American League East for the first time since 2012, also earning their 100th win.