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Cody Bellinger Sidelined by Food Poisoning from Bad Chicken Wings

The Yankees outfielder, already dealing with a back injury, misses another game as the team adjusts its lineup to compensate.

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Mar 23, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger (35) looks on during the fifth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at George M. Steinbrenner Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-Imagn Images/ File Photo
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Overview

  • Cody Bellinger is out of the Yankees lineup after suffering food poisoning from bad chicken wings consumed on Monday night.
  • Manager Aaron Boone confirmed the incident, stating that Bellinger was throwing up all night but is now showing slight improvement.
  • This setback follows Bellinger’s earlier missed games due to a tight back, compounding a tough week for the outfielder.
  • Teammates Trent Grisham and Ben Rice have stepped into expanded roles, with Grisham making his sixth consecutive start in center field.
  • The Yankees continue to navigate player health challenges early in the season, adjusting their roster to remain competitive.