Cody Bellinger set to begin rehab assignment for Yankees this week

Cody Bellinger is expected to start a rehab assignment at Triple-A on Tuesday, according to Yankees manager Aaron Boone. Bellinger’s return is timely as the Yankees’ offense has struggled, scoring only 39 runs in August, the lowest in MLB. His absence due to a left hamstring strain has left the Yankees without three key hitters, including Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. Bellinger had a productive first half to the season, making the All-Star team with a.259 batting average, 11 home runs, and 53 RBIs. Activation could occur by the weekend if no setbacks arise.

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