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Yankees' Postseason Puzzle: Surprise Players Emerge
24 Sep
Summary
- Stanton and Grisham return to batting practice, nearing comeback.
- Pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange could make major league debut.
- Volpe training at third base to potentially replace McMahon.
The New York Yankees are grappling with several roster uncertainties as the wild-card series looms. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that unexpected players might be included in the postseason plans.
Giancarlo Stanton, sidelined since April 24 with calf strains, and Trent Grisham, dealing with a hamstring issue, have resumed baseball activities. Both took live at-bats and ran bases, with Stanton reportedly hitting a home run. Their readiness for the wild-card round remains uncertain.
Flamethrowing pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange is also being considered. He recently threw batting practice and possesses a high-velocity fastball, though he has yet to make his major league debut and is returning from a shoulder sprain.
Infield adjustments are also underway, with Anthony Volpe practicing at third base. This move could potentially lead to Ryan McMahon, who has struggled offensively, being left off the wild-card roster.
Reliever Fernando Cruz, despite a partial UCL tear diagnosis, is aiming to pitch again this season and is refusing to accept the current prognosis. Clarke Schmidt is experiencing biceps cramping, and his availability for the postseason is uncertain. Ryan Weathers is not expected to be an option until after the wild-card series.
