The simple fact that the New York Yankees have climbed to a 27-16 record on the backs of reserve players like Gio Urshela, Mike Tauchman, Clint Frazier, and more, is astonishing. They’re tied for first place with the Tampa Bay Rays and are fighting for the lead in a split series.
With the Red Sox featuring their entire starting team minus one or two players, the Yankees have battled more injuries than one can count. Ranging from starting pitchers to outfielders, infielders, and the team’s best hitters have been forced out with different ailments, some of which will see certain players out for months.