The New York Yankees could be without a key piece of their lineup to start the season, all because of a poorly timed injury.
Manager Aaron Boone reported Monday that infielder DJ LeMahieu has a “pretty significant bone bruise” and may not be ready for Opening Day. Worse luck, it’s the same right foot that prematurely ended LeMaheiu’s 2022 season, though that was more of a toe injury. The two-time batting champ fouled a ball off of the foot against
LeMahieu was batting .222 in spring training, but seeing the ball well and making good contact on his best swings.