The New York Yankees will have to finish the rest of the season without veteran first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who was shut down on Tuesday as he rehabilitates from concussion symptoms.
The Story Behind Rizzo’s Sudden Decline With the Yankees
Earlier this season, Rizzo took a knee to the head from Fernando Tatís Jr. during a game against the San Diego Padres. The incident left him noticeably dazed. Despite launching the season on a high note, Rizzo’s performance metrics took a hit—initially perceived as a part of the team-wide slump but later attributed to his injury.