Yankees' Injury Woes Continue as Star Third Baseman Hits Injured List; Ace Pitcher Nears Return

The New York Yankees are facing yet another setback as 31-year-old third baseman Ryan McMahon has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to a Grade 2 left thumb sprain. McMahon sustained the injury while sliding into second base during a recent game against the Baltimore Orioles.

McMahon expressed his disappointment but relief that surgery may not be necessary. He has already begun defensive drills at third base and indoor batting practice, indicating a potential quick return. The 154-homer, one-time All-Star has been a regular in the lineup this season, appearing in 106 games with a .216 batting average, .367 slugging percentage, and 10 home runs.

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I'm not happy about getting injured, but I'm glad I probably don't need surgery.

While McMahon's absence adds to the Yankees' growing list of injured players, there is encouraging news regarding their ace left-handed pitcher, Max Fried. Fried, who was on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow bone bruise, is progressing well in his recovery.

Fried is slated to begin bullpen throwing sessions, a crucial step towards his return to the mound. He indicated that this injury is less severe than the one that sidelined him for 10 weeks earlier in the season. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed that Fried's bullpen session is in preparation for live batting practice later this week, and if successful, he could be activated sooner than expected.

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This injury is not as serious as the one that kept me out for 10 weeks at the beginning of the season.