The New York Yankees cannot afford additional injuries, particularly to key players. The injured list already includes over $150 million worth of talent, making the conclusion of Wednesday night’s game even harder to endure.
When Harrison Bader took a knee to the head from a sliding Isiah Kiner-Falefa with the game at stake, Yankees infield prospect Oswald Peraza injured his ankle trying to steal second base.
Although Peraza reached second safely, he immediately collapsed on the base, grimacing in pain and signaling a new injury. The young infielder has already experienced a hamstring injury this year, but the Yankees are grateful it was only an ankle issue, which should heal with a few days of rest.