Former Red Sox outfielder Alex Verdugo has struggled over the last couple of months with the Yankees. He might have found the cause of those struggles following a doctor’s appointment during the All-Star break.
Verdugo recently learned that he’s allergic to cobalt and chromate — two chemicals used in his Franklin batting gloves. He told New Jersey Media’s Randy Miller that he was surprised by the news, considering its unusual nature.
“Chromate is used in curing the leather,” Verdugo told Miller. “And cobalt is found in the color dyes.”
Even though Verdugo recently learned of the allergy, he’s been dealing with issues with his hands since his second season with the Red Sox.