There are very few words to describe the New York Yankees’ season so far. One can call it injury-plagued, inconsistent, or poorly managed, as every assumption fits in the conversation. Even though it’s a new start to the season with the second half, the same problems still exist in the Pinstripes clubhouse. The Yankees won the game against the Rockies but lost Josh Donaldson because of a calf injury in the seventh innings. It would leave another place on the team to fill, and the concerns surrounding the future are there.
But the incident has not received any remorse or sympathy. Rather, they seem to celebrate it. The reason for their happiness could be the chances of fulfillment of their popular demand, which was ignored by the management before. As this incident has changed its prospect, fans have added their reactions with a commutative essence of joy.
Josh Donaldson’s injury leaves a place for Oswald Peraza to fill
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The outfielder Josh Donaldson had a poor game. Not only did he fail to strike the ball, but got injured while running. It has added another misery for him and the team. But the entire episode has opened the doors for Oswald Peraza, who could be filling the boots of Donaldson. Notably, Peraza has an average of 0.261 and OPS of 0.847 in the minor league. He has scored 12 HRs with 28 RBIs and could be a great addition to the Yankees.
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Talkin’ Yanks shared a Twitter post related to the incident. It was more inclined toward Peraza’s inclusion in the squad. While quoting Journalist Jack Curry, they wrote, “The “strong belief” is that Oswald Peraza would be recalled if Josh Donaldson goes on the IL.”
The "strong belief" is that Oswald Peraza would be recalled if Josh Donaldson goes on the IL, per @JackCurryYES pic.twitter.com/VDiHqEzjIO
— Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) July 16, 2023
If the exact happens, it would put Donaldson in a difficult situation. He has failed to justify his $92 million contract and has been poor this season. Donaldson is averaging 0.142 after scoring 10 HRs and 15 RBIs at an OPS of 0.659. This has made him very unpopular amongst the Yankees’ fanbase. Their response to his injury update added more to their anger against him.
Fans turn pain into joy as a long pending demand gets fulfilled
Injuries are tough to swallow, especially when the season is on the line. But the situation is different as fans are happy seeing a player leaving so their favorite one can take his place. Here it is, Oswald Peraza, for whom fans wanted to play for a long. And when it is likely to happen, they shared happiness with the news.
Long overdue pic.twitter.com/8qiVGtmb7U
— Paul (@BabbleBronx) July 16, 2023
— Lafreniere For MVP (@Laf4MVP) July 16, 2023
Some extreme reactions expect a delayed return of injured Donaldson.
300 day IL play it safe 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/DUTWrPmSVV
— Lightskyn 😮💨 (@c_luverboy) July 16, 2023
Hopefully Donaldson takes his time coming back🙏 couldn’t afford to lose an impact bat next season
— Brandon (@Lechuga54703335) July 16, 2023
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Many fans expect that it would bring the team back into the world series contention.
Omg the World Series is back on 🔥🔥
— . (@Yankees_Heat_) July 16, 2023
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Fans are happy that Peraza would be back on the team. Will he be able to steer the offense back to its best? Only time will tell. How do you see this injury for Donaldson and the Yankees? Let us know in the comments below!
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