Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm Jr. Uncertain for Game 162 Following Forearm Injury
In a crucial Game 162, the New York Yankees find themselves in a tight spot as second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. is absent from the lineup. Chisholm sustained a left forearm injury after being hit by a fastball clocked at 97 mph during Saturday’s 6-1 victory over the Baltimore Orioles.
Injury Update: Jazz Chisholm Jr. Undergoes Testing
Following the incident, Chisholm underwent initial X-rays and a CT scan, both of which returned negative results. Despite the good news, the player is experiencing soreness, leading manager Aaron Boone to decide on starting Jose Caballero at second base for Sunday afternoon’s game. Boone indicated that Chisholm may still be available off the bench, easing concerns about the severity of the injury.
Yankees’ Path to the Playoffs: A Must-Win Situation
As the Yankees aim to defend their title as AL East champions, the stakes are high. For the team to secure a postseason spot, they must achieve victory in Sunday’s game at Yankee Stadium against the Orioles, scheduled for 3:05 p.m. Additionally, the Yankees will need the Toronto Blue Jays to lose their matchup against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. All Major League Baseball games today share the same start time, setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion to the regular season.
Projected Postseason Scenarios for the Yankees
If the Yankees manage to clinch the top AL wild card seed, they will host a best-of-three series starting Tuesday. The winner of this series will advance to the Division Series. Alternatively, should they win the division outright, they will receive a bye into the Division Series, which begins Saturday.
Sunday’s Key Matchups for the Yankees and Their Rivals
Here’s how the Yankees’ lineup looks for Sunday’s pivotal game:
- Starting Pitcher: Luis Gil (4-1, 3.29 ERA)
- Against: Orioles Right-Hander Kyle Bradish (1-1, 2.25 ERA)
In the concurrently played matchup at Toronto, the pitching duel features:
- Rays’ Left-Hander Ian Seymour (4-2, 2.85 ERA)
- Veteran Right-Hander Kevin Gausman (10-11, 3.47 ERA)
As the clock ticks down to game time, Yankees fans are on edge, eagerly awaiting updates on Chisholm and the playoff picture that will crystalize by around 6 p.m.
