Playing for the New York Yankees is not an easy task. The pressure in representing one of MLB?s most historic franchises is immense. Some players are unable to live up to those expectations and eventually leave the team. Most recently, a struggling outfielder was released by the Yankees. Since joining his new team, he has shown off considerable skill. In the latest game, he pulled off a stunning defensive play.

The Yankees have had multiple players fall short of expectations in recent years. This struggling $70 million outfielder was one of them. But since leaving the team, he has been performing well. His most recent fielding performance is a far improvement on what he was doing with the Yankees.

Aaron Hicks is playing great baseball after leaving the New York Yankees

Aaron Hicks was designated for assignment by the Yankees. The Baltimore Orioles took the chance to sign him and so far he has not disappointed. In his debut for the team, he batted well and during their most recent game, Hicks showed off his fielding prowess. During the Orioles? recent game, he made a sensational catch to prevent a home run in the third innings. Talkin; Baseball shared a video of the defensive play that has left fans awestruck.?

In the Tweet, they said, ?Aaron Hicks got up to make this catch?. It was a difficult fly ball in a tough position. But Hicks stayed calm and completed the play. Furthermore, he made a quick throw to the infield as the runners scurried back to base.?

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The reactions to the play have been mostly positive.

Some fans said that he?s playing well after leaving the Yankees.

Other fans expressed happiness for him.?

It truly has been a turnaround for Hicks as he plays great baseball for the Orioles. He was truly struggling while playing for the Bronx Bombers this season. But despite Hicks leaving and playing well, the Yankees have had a lot of comebacks to be happy about.?

The Yankees are one step closer to full strength

Although Aaron Hicks has left and is playing well, the Yankees are enjoying some key players returning from injury. Most recently, Josh Donaldson returned with a bang, making a shocking performance upon returning. Furthermore, Giancarlo Stanton has also come back from injury. With these updates and other stars that returned recently, the Bombers are in good shape.?

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