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7mo ago

Yankees' Juan Soto to Undergo Precautionary X-Rays After Knee Injury

Soto collided with a wall while making a sliding catch, raising concerns as the Yankees near the postseason.

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Sep 11, 2024; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees right fielder Juan Soto (22) runs in at the end of the top of the third inning against the Kansas City Royals at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo

Overview

  • Juan Soto injured his left knee during a sliding catch in Thursday's game against the Seattle Mariners.
  • Soto will undergo precautionary X-rays to ensure there is no serious damage to his knee.
  • Despite the injury, Soto remained in the game and expressed relief as the pain subsided over time.
  • Manager Aaron Boone and Soto are hopeful he will be able to play in Friday's game against the Oakland Athletics.
  • Soto, a key player in his first season with the Yankees, is batting .286 with 40 home runs and 103 RBIs, and will be a free agent after the season.