Yankees lose Ali Sanchez to injury in game against Tigers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:08 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Yankees faced the Tigers in a series opener at Comerica Park on June 22. Catcher Ali Sanchez exited the game after being hit on the wrist by a fastball from Tigers pitcher Drew Anderson. Sanchez had just provided an RBI double earlier in the game. Following the loss, Yankees manager Aaron Boone reported that early tests on Sanchez's wrist were negative, but he was taken for further evaluation. The Yankees are currently managing a number of injuries, with several key players already on the injured list.
- •Yankees lost 5-3 to the Tigers in their series opener.
- •Ali Sanchez was injured by a fastball in the seventh inning.
- •Sanchez has been a key contributor, hitting.316 in recent games.
- •Austin Wells replaced Sanchez after his exit.
- •The Yankees have five players currently on the IL, including Aaron Judge.
- 2:08 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees lose another player to injury in loss to Tigers
"The Yankees and Tigers are playing a three-game series this week at Comerica Park in Detroit.
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