What happened: Former Yankees manager Joe Girardi offered an assessment of Aaron Boone's performance leading New York. The interview surfaced Oct. 14 as New York's leadership direction draws scrutiny.

Why it matters: Manager evaluations carry weight in New York with questions around accountability and Boone's future already in circulation. Girardi's perspective stands out given his own tenure leading the Yankees.

What to watch: Attention stays on whether New York clarifies Boone's status as the offseason approaches.