New York Yankees infielder DJ LeMahieu might land on the MLB injured list after being struck in the face by a ball during pre-game warmups before facing the Colorado Rockies. The Yankees’ medical team will assess the severity of the injury to determine his recovery time. The injury, which impacted the right side of his face, led the training staff to promptly attend to the 36-year-old, and he was subsequently removed from the starting lineup.
DJ LeMahieu took a ball to the face during warmups and is down in pain, per @ChrisKirschner
He's being examined by the Yankees training staff pic.twitter.com/zDHWy2vKkq
— Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) August 23, 2024
Yankees Veteran DJ LeMahieu Injured Before Game Time
LeMahieu has had a tough season with the Yankees, posting a WAR of -1.6, with just two home runs and a batting average of .189. Despite these struggles, he’s a seasoned player with four Gold Gloves, two Silver Sluggers, and three All-Star appearances to his name. When LeMahieu was taken out of the lineup due to discomfort in his jaw and cheek, Ben Rice stepped in to play first base and bat ninth. The decision to remove LeMahieu was a precautionary measure, as the Yankees didn’t want to risk further complications, especially given the numerous injuries they’ve faced this season.
Though dealing with an injury is never ideal, some might view this as a silver lining, given LeMahieu’s down year. He hasn’t been able to replicate the success of his earlier years, and his spot on the roster could temporarily go to a younger player who might produce better numbers. It’s been a challenging period for LeMahieu, as injuries have plagued him in recent seasons, impacting his performance. His current status remains unclear as we await further updates. It’s always concerning when a player is struck by a ball, but on a positive note, LeMahieu was able to walk to the dugout on his own.
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