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Yankees place outfielder Luis Durango on injured list before Astros series

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Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Yankees place outfielder Luis Durango on injured list before Astros series

Summary

The New York Yankees announced on August 25 that outfielder Luis Durango has been placed on the 7-day injured list at Double-A Somerset. This decision comes as the Yankees prepare to open a three-game series against the Houston Astros. Durango, 23, has been gaining attention for his performance this season, drawing comparisons to Ichiro Suzuki, although he has yet to hit a home run in his professional career. The club did not disclose the cause of the injury or a timeline for his return, marking a setback for a player who has shown promise in the Yankees' farm system.

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•Yankees place Luis Durango on 7-day injured list
•Decision announced before Astros series opener
•Durango drew Ichiro comparisons in recent performances
•No return date or reason for injury disclosed
•Yankees have won six of their last seven games

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6:33 AMYahoo Sports — Yankees Announce Decision on ‘Ichiro-Like’ Outfielder Before Astros Series Opener

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The Yankees announced a decision involving a 23-year-old outfielder compared to Ichiro ahead of their series opener against the Astros. The post Yankees Announce Decision on ‘Ichiro-Like’ Outfielder Before Astros Series Opener appeared first on HEAVY.
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