Bleacher Report · Aug 27, 2022
Aroldis Chapman Placed on Yankees' IL with Leg Infection from Getting Tattoo
New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman is going on the injured list with a leg infection.
Manager Aaron Boone told reporters prior to Saturday's game against the Oakland Athletics that Chapman's infection came after he got a tattoo recently.
This will mark his second stint on the injured list in 2022. The 34-year-old was placed on the 15-day injured list May 24 with Achilles tendinitis and missed 38 games with the ailment before returning July 2.
Chapman is undoubtedly past his prime and is struggling to find a rhythm this season. In 36 games, he's earned nine saves and has posted a 4.70 ERA, 1.44 WHIP and 35 strikeouts across 30.2 innings.