The Tampa Bay Rays have released their Thursday lineup against the Yankees, and not listed is a first baseman, Ji-Man Choi.
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Choi is dealing with some soreness in his groin which he may have picked up while running the bases in Tampa Bay’s 4-3 loss to the Yankees on Wednesday. He could, however, be available for pinch-hitting duties if needed.
Yandy Diaz will take his place at first place and bat third in the order.
The Rays hope to salvage a split against the Yankees after dropping the last two games in the series.