In a game against the Blue Jays, Marcus Stroman, the fiery competitor known for wearing his emotions on his sleeve, expressed frustration towards Gleyber Torres for not turning a potential double play quickly enough. However, the situation was quickly diffused due to the closeness of the Yankees’ clubhouse. Aaron Boone, the Yankees’ manager, emphasized that in a long season like this, it’s natural for emotions to spill over occasionally, but the strength and closeness of the team allowed them to handle the situation well.
Stroman immediately addressed the issue with Torres after the game, ensuring that there were no lingering tensions. Despite his outburst, Stroman was the first one to congratulate Torres after he hit a two-run homer. The Yankees have encouraged Stroman to be himself and embrace his emotions, and Boone appreciated how he handled the situation, noting that it didn’t affect the unity of the team.
DJ LeMahieu finally ended his streak of not hitting any extra-base hits this season with an RBI double in Friday night’s game. The Yankees hope this is a positive sign for LeMahieu and that he will continue to build on this performance by stringing together quality at-bats.
Nick Burdi, who is currently on the 60-day injury list with right hip inflammation, is scheduled to throw live batting practice on Sunday. However, he won’t be eligible to come off the IL until late July.
Jahmai Jones, who has been getting more playing time due to injuries, had a career-high three hits in Friday night’s game as the designated hitter. Jones has been an energy giver for the team, with a good eye for the strike zone and some power in his bat. Boone praised his ability to take advantage of the opportunities given to him as a role player.
Overall, despite some moments of frustration and individual struggles, the Yankees’ clubhouse remains united and strong. The team’s ability to handle these situations and support one another is a testament to their closeness and camaraderie.
