The New York Yankees have announced a significant change in their lineup due to an unfortunate rotator cuff injury to outfielder Jake Bauers. The team announced that Franchy Cordero would fill Bauers’ vacant spot on the active roster.
Jake Bauers: A Key Contributor Sidelined
Bauers, 27, has been a solid player for the Yankees, boasting the second-best wRC+ in the outfield this season at 114, surpassed only by Aaron Judge. His season stats include a .224 batting average, a .312 OBP, seven homers, 19 RBIs, and a commendable 11.7% walk rate.