Ahead of the New York Yankees’ game on Saturday against the Tampa Bay Rays, they reinstated third baseman Gio Urshela and newcomer Rougned Odor, who plays primarily second base. The Bombers lost the series opener 10-5 on Friday at Tropicana Field, but are looking to even things out with a victory today.
The Yankees weren’t able to field Urshela yesterday, as he had been placed on the COVID-19 list as he had some symptoms after receiving the vaccine. Thankfully, after a day of rest, he is now ready to go.
Odor, who was acquired this week from the Texas Rangers in exchange for prospects Antonio Cabello and Josh Stowers, was also reinstated after going through the intake process associated with COVID-19.