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Yankees' Aaron Boone clarifies Clay Holmes controversy
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Aaron Boone is booed as he pulls starter Domingo German for Clay Holmes, leading to Yankees loss
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Aaron Boone is booed as he pulls starter Domingo German for Clay Holmes, leading to Yankees loss
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Aaron Boone Says Clay Holmes Was Only Available for 'Emergency' in Loss to Guardians - Sports Illustrated
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Why has Yankees closer Clay Holmes slumped so badly in recent weeks? - Pinstripe Alley
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