Juan Soto made a comeback in the New York Yankees‘ lineup as the designated hitter for their game against the Kansas City Royals, after missing a series due to left forearm inflammation. Soto, who had 15 starts as a DH in his career, was batting .318 with 17 home runs and 53 RBIs. The 25-year-old outfielder, acquired from the San Diego Padres, could become a free agent after the World Series.
Aaron Judge, the Yankees‘ captain, was given a night off from the starting lineup in the game against the Royals. Despite having a stellar season with a batting average of .305 and 24 home runs, Judge was in need of rest after starting in the first 67 games. This decision was further influenced by the late arrival of the team after a Sunday night game against the Dodgers in the Bronx.
Struggling with a 1-for-29 slide in the month, Anthony Rizzo was left out of the lineup for the second consecutive game. With a batting average of .224, seven homers, and 25 RBIs, Rizzo needed time off to focus on improving his hitting mechanics. The two days off were also meant to provide a mental break for the first baseman.
Plans for Gerrit Cole
Yankees‘ Cy Young Award winner Gerrit Cole is set to make a third minor league injury rehabilitation start on Friday. This move is crucial for the team as they prepare to have Cole back in the rotation for the remainder of the season. Cole’s return is highly anticipated as the Yankees aim to strengthen their pitching staff for the playoff push.
The return of Juan Soto in the Yankees‘ lineup brings hope for the team as they face the Royals in a four-game series. With Aaron Judge receiving much-needed rest and Anthony Rizzo working on his hitting mechanics, the Yankees are making strategic moves to stay competitive in the league. Gerrit Cole’s impending return also adds depth to the pitching staff, setting the stage for an exciting and challenging season ahead.
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