In the intense world of professional sports, athletes are often confronted with a harsh reality: either ascend to the peak of greatness or plummet to the depths of mediocrity. For the New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks, this reality has come crashing down upon him in recent months.

With underwhelming performances both in the previous season and during Spring Training, Hicks has found himself in the crosshairs of unhappy fans who have grown to dislike him. In fact, the mention of his name during lineup announcements has been met with a chorus of boos by the Stadium crowd during one of his first starts of the regular season. A rather unwelcome reception for a player who has been fighting hard for playing time on the field. 

Fans on Twitter remain steadfast in their belief

The New York Yankees outfielder had been itching for more playing time, but his second start of the season was far from ideal. Because the moment Aaron Hicks’s name was announced in the lineup, the Stadium crowd erupted in boos. And when he struck out in the fifth inning, the jeers only grew louder. Fans on Twitter have remained steadfast in their belief that Hicks doesn’t belong with the Yankees. However, they were also feeling bad for the treatment he has been receiving. 

And while Hicks was weathering the storm, he found solace in the support of his teammates, especially the Yankees captain. 

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Being in the spotlight is never easy, but the athlete knows he needs to step up his game if he wants to stay in the starting lineup.

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With Harrison Bader set to return from injury soon, Hicks can’t let his performance slip any further if he wants to keep his spot on the team. 

New York Yankees captain reminded Hicks that they were in this together 

After striking out in the fifth inning, Aaron Hicks looked visibly frustrated as he made his way back to the dugout during the Yankees’ second game of the season against the Philadelphia Phillies. But before he could retreat into his own thoughts, a hand landed on his shoulder. It was Aaron Judge. Willing to lend some much-needed encouragement. 

While the New York Yankees lost their second match against the Phillies, they won the first one. As the team now looks ahead to their upcoming matchup, it remains to be seen how Hicks will perform, if at all. However, the team’s morale has not wavered by the event! 

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