The New York Yankees are doing their best to avoid scrutiny. July is ending with August 1 trade deadline drawing closer and closer. The most talked about player in the league is undoubtedly Shohei Ohtani, who remains a Los Angeles favorite. The Yankees have their players rumored to be on the trade list, but they are glossing over that fact with all the coach news lately.

The much-awaited return of Aaron Judge still seems farther than ever, but the team still needs offensive production. The Pinstripes even seemed a likely candidate for landing Ohtani to many at first, but their dismal performance streak may differ from what the Japanese sensation is looking for. Given this status, news of Andy Pettitte’s hiring makes sense, but some fans are still suspicious.

Jomboy Media Accuses New York Yankees of Distracting Fans From Real News

Anyone who follows baseball, especially the Bronx side, knows Jomboy Media. Their flagship podcast, Talkin’ Yanks, often presents controversial opinions that not everyone is comfortable with. Jake Storiale and Jimmy O’Brien’s latest take on the Yankees also inspired some drama.

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Discussing the move to hire former Yankee and 5x World Series champion as an advisor to Aaron Boone, Storiale says, “Andy Pettitte, another pseudo-coach for the Yanks.” O’Brien agrees, “Love it. Great time to announce it when everyone wants you to talk about trades and go get people who can help the team… I love Andy Pettitte.”

He then adds, “None of my reaction to this, and being a grouch, has to do with anything about the beautiful Andy Pettitte. I like him a ton. I just hate how much the Yankees are becoming an eyewash factory.”

Pettitte was more than competent as a pitcher during his active days and even counted among the Yankee ‘Core Four’ with Derek Jeter, Jorge Posada, and Mariano Rivera. But will that success translate into coaching?

Andy Pettitte Observes Aaron Judge’s Batting Practice

After letting go of hitting coach Dillon Lawson, Pettitte’s hiring is the next big news. What the Yankees truly need help with is offense, but maybe the Hall of Famer will inspire change in his own way. Meanwhile, he is observing Aaron Judge’s slow progress back to the majors.

With reliever Jonathan Loaisiga pitching, Judge has been taking live batting practice for the first time since getting injured on June 3. Now, fans can only hope that Lawson’s replacement, Sean Casey, also improves things for the better.

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