Have you ever witnessed a player struggling with one team and then thriving with another? In such situations, either it can hold the team or the player responsible for the change in performance. In a remarkable turn of events, the former New York Yankees’ $70 million disappointment, now a player for the Baltimore Orioles, replicated a similar feat last night. His batting has experienced a resurgence since joining his new team, leaving fans and fellow baseball players exhilarated and in awe of his outstanding performance.
The Orioles picked up Aaron Hicks after the Yankees designated him for assignment. So far, it has looked like a genius move, as he has thrived with his new team. This recent performance highlights a significant change in fortune for the once-struggling outfielder.?
Former New York Yankees flop Aaron Hicks continues his resurgence with the Orioles
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Since joining the Orioles, Aaron Hicks has been on a roll. The former Yankees flop has been batting well and generally looks to be in great form. This is a complete 360 from when he was a Yankee. Furthermore, his confidence has returned from his play or his freshly grown beard. Most recently, he smashed a go-ahead home run in the 6th inning against the Seattle Mariners. It helped the Orioles take a 4-3 lead and eventually win the game 6-4. The Baltimore-based team shared a video of the smash hit on Twitter.
Mmmm, refreshing! pic.twitter.com/b9WLKenZYU
— Baltimore Orioles (@Orioles) June 24, 2023
In a Tweet, they said, ?Mmmm, refreshing!? This is his 4th home run with the Orioles and his first while batting right-handed this season. The hit landed in between centerfield and left field as Hicks rounded the bases. It was a massive hit for the 33-year-old.?
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The reactions to Hicks? latest home run have been wholly positive. Some fans have even started calling him a Future Hall of Famer.?
Future Oriole Hall of Famer Aaron Hicks
— shane⑦-ORIOLES FAN (@shanetweetsall) June 24, 2023
Weird way to spell Barry Bonds
— Jon (@jonbaseball_) June 24, 2023
He's actually him
— Bad Takes | Cards and O's (@BadTakesSTL) June 24, 2023
Other fans expressed delight at the home run.
Lets goooooo
— Giovanni DeLuca (@G_DeLuca89) June 24, 2023
Aaron Hicks is on 🔥🔥🔥🔥 #Birdland https://t.co/q8RQUbcIhI
— Frank Castle (@LynkBoogie) June 24, 2023
https://twitter.com/RebornRoleModel/status/1672728835291226112?s=20
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Apparently, Hicks has revived his career with the Orioles and is having a resurgent 2023 season. This is a slap in the face for the Yankees as their former flop thrives in his new situation. Furthermore, the Bronx Bombers? current struggles make it sting even more.?
The Yankees need some batting depth
Ironically enough, the Yankees are currently starved for batting depth. With Aaron Judge missing time with his toe injury, the Bombers? lineup struggles to score runs. Most recently, they won a game 1-0, wholly depending on their bullpen to limit the opposition. With Aaron Hicks performing so well, the team might regret letting him go. It will be interesting to see how long the former Yankees flop can continue his current form.?
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