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3 Yankees players who’ll be better in 2023, and 2 who won’t

By Tim Boyle

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 23: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees looks on before batting in the second inning against the Houston Astros in game four of the American League Championship Series at Yankee Stadium on October 23, 2022 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 23: Giancarlo Stanton #27 of the New York Yankees looks on before batting in the second inning against the Houston Astros in game four of the American League Championship Series at Yankee Stadium on October 23, 2022 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images) /
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New York Yankees, Aaron Hicks
Aaron Hicks isn’t about to climb out of the hole he has sunk into. (Photo by Rob Leiter/MLB Photos via Getty Images) /

Why Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks will not be better in 2023

The most optimistic Yankees fan you know doesn’t believe Aaron Hicks has much to offer and she can put a positive spin on a volcanic eruption. Hicks hasn’t hit over .250 since 2017. In fact, he has batted over .250 only twice in his entire career.

Batting average isn’t everything but like Cole with his ERA, it’s something to consider. Hicks is not a power hitter. He needs to do other things with his bat. Over the last few seasons, he hasn’t done much at all.

Will Hicks actually be better than the .216/.330/.313 he hit for the Yankees in 2022? It’s possible there’s a slight improvement. He still draws walks. Punching a couple of singles through is about the only other talent he brings.

Hicks’ tenure in the Bronx is something fans are hoping comes to an end sooner rather than later. His contract lasts through the 2025 season with a buyout in 2026. Once viewed as a team-friendly contract, it has become a burden. The front office can be blamed for this. The mighty Yankees continue to keep him in the lineup on the roster. This year is the final notice before eviction. Hicks needs to produce in some form again. Squatter’s rights don’t work on an MLB roster.

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