Aaron Boone

  (4:13 PM)

I'm here...ready to chat! Holla

Ian (Via Samsung)

Do you think the Red Sox will bring back Bobby Valentine next season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:14 PM)

No, I think that's a marriage that ends in another week.

Jack, RI (Via Samsung)

Which team has surprised you most this season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:14 PM)

Oakland

Kevin (Via Samsung)

Which visiting stadium did you think was the toughest to play in?

Aaron Boone

  (4:15 PM)

Miller Park. Difficult to see. Same for the Metro Dome.

Brian (Via Samsung)

How have you found the transition from pro athlete to analyst?

Aaron Boone

  (4:16 PM)

It's been great. Next best thing to playing.

nick (Via Samsung)

If you had to pick today, which two teams do you think will be playing in the World Series?

Aaron Boone

  (4:16 PM)

Rangers and Braves

Tom H. (Via Samsung)

Are you as amazed by Mike Trout as those of at home on our couches are? How do you think we'll remember him at the end of his career? Can he really get that much better?

Aaron Boone

  (4:18 PM)

I've been blown away by how great of a season he has had. If he stays healthy, he's got Hall of Fame potential. and not really.

Jasmine (Via Samsung)

With four teams basically battling for the two AL wild card spots, which two do you think will get them? And which two do you think would be the best for baseball in terms of excitement, ratings, etc.?

Aaron Boone

  (4:18 PM)

I think it will be the A's and the Orioles. I think the Angels and Orioles would be the best for excitement ratings, etc.

Kyle chicago [via mobile]

How do you think Theo Epstein is doing and what do you see for the Cubs' future??

Aaron Boone

  (4:19 PM)

Way too early to tell. He's definitely on a short list of people I would pick to rebuild my franchise.

Chance (Boston) [via mobile]

is the 2003 ALCS 7th inning walk off your greatest sports momemnt? if not what is

Aaron Boone

  (4:19 PM)

Yes!

joseph- pittsburgh [via mobile]

what other sport s did you play growing up and could you have had a career in one of them?

Aaron Boone

  (4:20 PM)

I played football and basketball through High School. Probably could have played both in college. As for career, probably not.

kevin miami [via mobile]

when did you start playing baseball and have you always played 3rd base.

Aaron Boone

  (4:21 PM)

Since I can remember. When I was a kid I played mostly short stop. Didn't start playing third full-time until college.

Geoff, CO [via mobile]

Coming from such a prominent baseball family was their a lot of pressure growing up?

Aaron Boone

  (4:22 PM)

Not really. I expected a lot out of myself. That was really the only pressure I felt.

tim H- ohio [via mobile]

was it hard being Bret's little brother?

Aaron Boone

  (4:23 PM)

No he was a great big brother. He's four years older than me and he used to drag me along with him to all the neighborhood games and it helped shape me as a player forcing me to keep up or beat it.

Marc, NYC [via mobile]

What was it like playing with your brother?

Aaron Boone

  (4:24 PM)

Helped make my transition to the big leagues a little easier. One of the thrills of my career was sharing an infield with him.

Trey, wyoming [via mobile]

who is the most talented person in teh Boone family?

Aaron Boone

  (4:25 PM)

I mean, me of course!

Mark-ny [via mobile]

coming from such a baseball family, when did you know you wanted to be a major leaguer?

Aaron Boone

  (4:25 PM)

Forever!

ben, cincinnati [via mobile]

who were some of your favorite plaerys to play with

Aaron Boone

  (4:26 PM)

Barry Larkin, Pete Harnisch, Mike Cameron, Victor Martinez, Sean Casey, Adam Dunn

paul, ny [via mobile]

who were some of your favorite coaches?

Aaron Boone

  (4:28 PM)

Tom Robson, Tim Foli, Denis Menke, Jeff Datz, Derek Shelton

Paul Richmond, VA [via mobile]

Of all the teams you played for, which do you think had the most rabid fans? Which was your favorite city to live in?

Aaron Boone

  (4:29 PM)

New York. Cincinnati.

Janie, Orlando [via mobile]

Are you still in touch with any of your former teammates?

Aaron Boone

  (4:29 PM)

Yes, many.

jeff (oregon) [via mobile]

What do you miss most about playing professional baseball?

Aaron Boone

  (4:30 PM)

Camaraderie with teammates. Shaking hands after a big win.

charlie, ohio [via mobile]

what other postion would you have liked to play

Aaron Boone

  (4:31 PM)

I would have liked to play a few games in center field.

Brad, CHampaign [via mobile]

what ballpark was your favorite, most memorable, hardest, easiest '

Aaron Boone

  (4:31 PM)

Dodger Stadium

Amy (Philadelphia, PA) [via mobile]

What's the hardest part of going from team to team?

Aaron Boone

  (4:33 PM)

I only got traded once in season and the up and packing your life and moving to another city and all of a sudden being with a new team is a whirlwind.

tom (charlotte [via mobile]

what was it like being part of the red sox/yankees rivalry?

Aaron Boone

  (4:34 PM)

Awesome. Before ever playing a game in that rivalry I thought I had an idea of how big a rivalry it was, but once I played in my first regular season game against the Sox I realized I had no idea how big it was.

Dale [via mobile]

Do you follow any other sports besides baseball? Did you play any other sports as a kid?

Aaron Boone

  (4:35 PM)

I like football and basketball. I'm a USC Trojan, Philadelphia Eagle, Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns fan.

Meghan, Long Island [via mobile]

do you have a favorite baseball team and if so, who?

Aaron Boone

  (4:36 PM)

Not really. Strong ties to the Reds.

Alisson (New York)

We've heard so much about your great imitations. How did this talent of yours come about and when will we get a chance to actually see a few?

Aaron Boone

  (4:37 PM)

My mom would tell you from the time I was 4 years old I was always watching and mimicking players.

mike (phoenix, AZ) [via mobile]

what is it like working for espn?

Aaron Boone

  (4:38 PM)

A lot of fun. Has been an awesome way for me to stay connected to the game I love.

joe (milwaukee) [via mobile]

who do you think is this year's NL MVP?

Aaron Boone

  (4:40 PM)

I'm torn between Braun, Molina and Posey. Still a week to go.

Jamie (New York)

Who do you think will win the world series?

Aaron Boone

  (4:40 PM)

Nothing would surprise me but I'll go with the Rangers.

hector, houston [via mobile]

Which team do you think deserves to be called the worst in the league at this point?

Aaron Boone

  (4:41 PM)

Houston

Sam/Mason, GA [via mobile]

What do you make of R.A. Dickey's incredible season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:41 PM)

Incredible!

Luke (Tempe, AZ) [via mobile]

Which player will be the Albert Pujols of this off-season in terms of free agency?

Aaron Boone

  (4:42 PM)

I guess Josh Hamilton but no chance he gets a ten-year deal, let alone eight.

Todd (OKC) [via mobile]

Who will ultimately have the better career - Mike Trout or Bryce Harper?

Aaron Boone

  (4:43 PM)

Assuming health, I'll go with Trout. But the way they both play, health is really my only concern for them. Talent off the charts.

steverayfan [via mobile]

Who do you think is currently the most exciting player playing the game?

Aaron Boone

  (4:44 PM)

Trout.

Magic Fan! (LA) [via mobile]

Do you think the Dodgers realistically have any chance of making the postseason at this point? Do you think the franchise made positive steps this season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:44 PM)

Yes. Will they? No.

Jon (DFW) [via mobile]

Where will Josh Hamilton play next season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:45 PM)

No clue. Beginning to think it may not be in Texas though.

mathew (virginia) [via mobile]

is there an organiztation that you determine as the key to you r success?

Aaron Boone

  (4:46 PM)

Cincinnati.

john, north carolina [via mobile]

what do you think about the decline of interest in baseball today or do you not think there is a decline in interest>?

Aaron Boone

  (4:46 PM)

I don't think there has been a decline, though I do think it has become more of a localized game.

Browniedawg229 [via mobile]

How far can the Braves go this postseason?

Aaron Boone

  (4:47 PM)

If they get past the play-in game, I think they can go all the way.

Jonathan, Dallas [via mobile]

What is the most critical part of the game today? hitting? pitching? clsoing?

Aaron Boone

  (4:47 PM)

Pitching.

John from Cincinnati, OH [via mobile]

Hey Aaron, what was the best and worst part of playing for your Dad in the big leagues?

Aaron Boone

  (4:48 PM)

Best was having family around away from the field. There really wasn't a worst. He treated me very well as a player.

Chris (Tampa) [via mobile]

Do you follow golf at all? Are you going to watch the Ryder Cup this weekend? and who do you think will win?

Aaron Boone

  (4:49 PM)

Yes. Yes. USA!

Fred (Bay Area) [via mobile]

What do you think about the Giants decision to not bring back Melky Cabrera during the postseason?

Aaron Boone

  (4:50 PM)

Interesting considering they brought back Mota after serving a second suspension but understand the potential distraction that would come along with it.

George from Columbus, OH [via mobile]

Aaron, what do you think about the Indians firing their manager with just six games left in the season? Should he be able to finish up season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:51 PM)

I would guess it was something that was probably mutually settled upon behind the scenes between Manny and management.

Taylor (Springfield, MA) [via mobile]

Have you been following Chipper Jones' farewell tour? Which team do you think has done the best job honoring him?

Aaron Boone

  (4:53 PM)

Not close enough to know what team has done the best but think its been very cool how Chipper has handled it as well as MLB teams.

james, ky [via mobile]

Is this finally the year the Rangers go from bridesmaid status to bride? Do they have enough to win it all this season?

Aaron Boone

  (4:54 PM)

They're my pick right now. Rotation looking as good as it has all year right now.

YanksFan27 [via mobile]

What was it like rounding the bases against Wakefield and were you afraid the Stadium would come apart?

Aaron Boone

  (4:54 PM)

Indescribable.

Bob from Tampa, FL [via mobile]

What's it like now working with former teammate Barry Larkin?

Aaron Boone

  (4:55 PM)

We were close when we played so to get to do this now is pretty cool.

Boonefan [via mobile]

Who deserves the AL MVP - Cabrera or Trout and why?

Aaron Boone

  (4:55 PM)

Truly coming down to the last week.

MLBFan [via mobile]

Can you tell us what it is like playing with Derek Jeter and do you think he will stick around long enough to get 4,000 hits?

Aaron Boone

  (4:56 PM)

Maybe the most confident player I ever played with. I don't think he'll get 4,000 hits. He's everything you'd hope he'd be.

Samantha from Cincinnati, OH [via mobile]

What was your favorite while playing in Cincy...Skyline Chili, Montgomery Inn Ribs, or Graeter's Ice Cream?

Aaron Boone

  (4:57 PM)

I'm going to go off the board and say The Precinct. Best steak house in the country.

Aaron Boone

  (4:58 PM)

Thanks for all your questions. Great time of year to be a baseball fan. Enjoy the postseason!