Aaron Boone said he received the COVID-19 vaccine last week, and will encourage New York Yankees players and staff to do so once they are eligible.

"I got vaccinated about a week ago. And I'll definitely encourage our guys to get it," Boone said. "There's talk of more of us being able to get it. It does seem like it's starting to happen more, especially with some younger population and healthier population. Hopefully, it's something that will be available to us in mass."

Boone, 47, did not specify what type of vaccine he received, or whether he would need a second dose. He had open-heart surgery in 2009, and he took a brief medical leave of absence in early March to receive a pacemaker.

New York State has extended vaccine availability to all individuals with comorbidities and underlying conditions, as well as all New Yorkers 50 and older.