New York, NY – The New York Yankees are facing some injury concerns as the start of the season approaches. All eyes are on star outfielder Aaron Judge, who missed the weekend games due to a “sore core.” While the team’s front office does not appear overly concerned, there is still uncertainty surrounding Judge’s return. General Manager Brian Cashman expressed confidence that the game’s best hitter will be in the lineup on Opening Day. Similarly, Manager Aaron Boone stated that he would no longer attempt to predict Judge’s return to exhibition games, but emphasized that the star player will be fully prepared for the official start of the season.
Amidst the injury worries, the Yankees received some good news regarding DJ LeMahieu. The utilityman underwent precautionary x-rays after fouling a ball off his foot but fortunately, the results came back negative. This comes as a relief for the team, as LeMahieu is considered critical in bolstering the Yankee lineup and providing depth.
The spotlight also fell on pitcher Will Warren during Sunday’s game against the Red Sox. Initially, Warren’s performance in the first inning seemed to remove him from consideration for a spot in the rotation. He allowed six runs and was pulled from the mound before completing the frame. However, Manager Boone gave him another chance in the second inning, where Warren impressed with four strikeouts and only two baserunners allowed over the next 2.1 innings. Despite needing more seasoning in Scranton, this ability to bounce back from a rough start showcased Warren’s resilience and could prove valuable for him in the upcoming season and beyond.
As the Yankees navigate these injury setbacks, they will need to rely on their depth and the resilience of their players. The team remains hopeful that Judge will be ready for Opening Day, but the uncertainty poses a challenge. The upcoming week will be crucial in finalizing the roster and ensuring that the Yankees are ready to compete at the highest level.