Hal Steinbrenner emphasized taking “a look at the analytics side of what we do” when he disclosed that the Yankees would go through a thorough examination this winter.

Entering a crucial offseason for the Yankees, Aaron Judge offers some views on that.

Before the Yankees’ season came to an end at Kauffman Stadium with a 5-2 loss to the Royals, the team captain stated, “I think on the analytics side, the information and resources the Yankees provide are great.”

“I believe that the way we value and use them is something that may require further examination. Based on the numbers we get, I believe the Yankees are excellent. All of stuff is excellent. We are the greatest team in the game, in my opinion. However, I believe that now the key is to distribute those among the gamers in the most effective manner.

Judge responded that he would not characterize the players’ knowledge as “overloaded” when asked if they occasionally received too much of it.

Judge stated, “I believe it’s just looking at the right numbers.” You get a ton of numbers, but it seems possible that we are examining the incorrect ones. Some things that some people might consider to be worthless may need to be valued, but in my opinion, there are some things you just can’t quantify when you’re grinding through tasks in 162 games.

Judge declined to elaborate on the specific figures he was referring to, but it’s plausible that one of them was batting average, which has been largely undervalued in favor of OPS in recent years.

As a club, the Yankees batted.227 at the end of the season; the only regulars to Һit above league average (.249 as of Sunday) were Judge (.267) and Gleyber Torres (.273).

The AL MVP winner also spoke on the Yankees’ need for improved health and a “level of urgency” going forward, after Judge missed two months due to a damaged ligament in his big right toe from running into the wall at Dodger Stadium.

Following his nine-year, $360 million contract agreement with the Yankees, Judge intends to meet with Steinbrenner in the offseason to provide his thoughts and recommendations on how the team could get better.

Judge remarked, “I think some things that happened this year opened some people’s eyes.”

“Hopefully the appropriate people saw it, and we’ll gather the appropriate individuals in the room to talk about those matters and work things out.”

Steinbrenner informed the Associated Press last month that the organization will undergo a third-party audit this offseason, but Judge appeared uncertain about what to expect from the process.

Judge remarked, “You can change them and see them the way you want with anything with numbers.” Thus, I’m not sure what an independent business will actually be able to provide for us. I suppose, though, that there are more eyes on it and they can offer us a different viewpoint.

Judge remained a vociferous supporter of manager Aaron Boone on the last day of the regular season, even though he only has one year left on his deal.

Judge stated, “I think he’s got a good feel for the clubhouse.” “The 100-win seasons and his accomplishme𝚗ts.” I believe he is just an effective communicator. He has the ability to make me𝚗 answerable. When he notices something that bothers him, he will phone you at work to let you know. He’s simply been an excellent manager every single year. Undoubtedly, I’m excited to spend a few more years with him.

Regarding his belief that the front office will select the best candidates, Judge remarked, “We gotta trust them — those are our guys.”

Judge stated, “Those are the ones up there making the big decisions.” “We must have faith, but in my role as a player, I must perform my duties on the field. I had to get ready for these people in this room. I have to prepare them every day. We’ll handle the rest if we bring in the appropriate guys.