Spencer Jones addresses foot soreness ahead of Yankees' playoff push

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Spencer Jones addresses foot soreness ahead of Yankees' playoff push
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New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones is dealing with left foot soreness but downplays the issue, stating, "It’s no big deal." Jones did not participate in Saturday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. With Aaron Judge already on the injured list, the Yankees are concerned about depth as they prepare for the playoffs. Jones has a.248 batting average with ten home runs this season and has been a key contributor. The Yankees hold an 89-64 record, trailing the Tampa Bay Rays by four games in the American League East. They currently lead the AL Wild Card race and have a 1-0 lead in their series with Arizona.

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  • Spencer Jones is experiencing left foot soreness but expects to be fine.
  • Jones was absent from the lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks.
  • The Yankees lead 1-0 in their series with Arizona after a 9-2 win.
  • New York is currently in second place in the AL East and leads the Wild Card.
  • Aaron Judge is on the injured list but hopes to return for the postseason.
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  • 1:09 AMYahoo SportsYankees Announce Spencer Jones Decision on Before Diamondbacks Game
  • 11:42 PMYahoo SportsYankees news: Spencer Jones shuts down injury concern before playoffs
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New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones has been battling left foot soreness. The good news, however, is the outfielder doesn’t believe it’s going to be a problem moving forward despite not being in Saturday’s lineup against the Arizona Diamondbacks. “It’s no big deal,” Jones said , via Greg Joyce of New York Post Sports. The Yankees lost Aaron […] The post Yankees news: Spencer Jones shuts down injury concern before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The New York Yankees will go for the series win over the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. They’ll do so without one of their top-performing rookies, as Spencer Jones is out of the lineup. Jones has enjoyed a solid rookie campaign so far in 2026. In 80 games, he’s slashing .248/.318/.433 with 10 home runs […] The post Yankees Announce Spencer Jones Decision on Before Diamondbacks Game appeared first on HEAVY.

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