Overview

• The Yankees have committed ten errors in their last five games, including crucial misplays by Paul Goldschmidt and Jazz Chisholm Jr.
• Paul Goldschmidt’s off-balance throw on July 25 allowed the tying run and set the stage for J.T. Realmuto’s three-run homer in a 12-5 loss to the Phillies.
• Less than 24 hours later, Jazz Chisholm Jr. booted a routine grounder for his 12th error of the season, marking New York’s tenth miscue in five games.
• New York has totaled 30 errors during a 21-27 slide that has dropped the team 5½ games behind the AL East–leading Blue Jays.
• Fans and analysts have zeroed in on Boone’s remark that a runner might “trip” as a sign of misplaced accountability amid the defensive meltdown.