Anthony Rizzo Suffers Fractured Finger in Loss to Pirates: Yankees 1B Injury Update
On September 28, 2024, in Bronx, New York, the New York Yankees faced off against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Yankee Stadium. The game took a concerning turn when Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo was struck by a pitch in the seventh inning, resulting in a fractured finger on his right hand. This unfortunate injury was inflicted by Pirates reliever Ryan Borucki, leaving Rizzo uncertain about his future playing status.
Manager Aaron Boone addressed the media following the game, providing insight into Rizzo’s condition and potential recovery timeline. Boone expressed optimism despite the injury, stating, “We’ll see what we have as the week moves forward. It doesn’t totally rule him out. It’s something that’s a pain tolerance thing, so we’ll see as the days unfold here what we have.”
The fracture occurred between Rizzo’s fourth and fifth fingers on his right hand, which happens to be his glove hand. Dr. Christopher Ahmad, the Yankees team doctor, assessed the injury and shared that Rizzo remained in good spirits despite the setback. Boone mentioned, “He’s actually pretty upbeat and saying ‘I’ll be ok.’ But we’ll see as the week unfolds what his tolerance is and what’s realistic.”
In the absence of Rizzo, Boone highlighted potential replacements at first base, mentioning Oswaldo Cabrera and Ben Rice as viable options. He specifically praised Ben Rice’s performance in the minor leagues, stating, “We got Ben Rice that’s been playing really well down in Scranton. So he could be in the mix too, we’ll see.”
The Yankees will closely monitor Rizzo’s recovery process and evaluate his ability to return to the field in the coming days. Despite the setback, Rizzo’s positive attitude and the team’s depth at first base provide hope for a seamless transition during his absence.
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