New York Yankees center fielder Trent Grisham sustained a Grade 2 hamstring strain on Friday night, an injury that manager Aaron Boone acknowledged could sideline him for the remainder of the regular season. Grisham is experiencing the same level of strain he suffered in June, when he missed three weeks.
Tests conducted on Saturday revealed the moderate strain in his right hamstring, though in a different location than his previous injury. Grisham participated in light jogging and agility drills on the field before Sunday's game, showing positive early mobility. "He is doing well enough to be able to move right away, which is a good sign," Boone stated. "So he’s already doing things right now. Ultimately we’ll see how long it takes."
With approximately three weeks remaining in the regular season, Grisham's absence creates a significant opportunity for outfielder Spencer Jones. Jones has been performing well, hitting .303 with an .881 OPS over his last 23 games entering Sunday. He is now expected to receive the majority of playing time in center field for the remainder of the season.
Even if Grisham were to return before the regular season concludes, his starting position in center field may not be guaranteed. This is particularly true with the potential return of Aaron Judge as early as this week and Jones's recent surge in performance.