Cody Bellinger may be nearing a return to the New York Yankees lineup as soon as next weekend, according to recent injury updates. The outfielder has been sidelined since late July with his absence coinciding with a significant decline in the team’s offensive performance.
The Yankees’ offensive struggles have been pronounced in Bellinger’s absence. During the stretch without their outfielder, the team has compiled disappointing batting statistics, posting a combined batting average of .204 with an on-base plus slugging percentage that reflects the offensive drought. These numbers underscore how much the team has missed having Bellinger in the lineup.
With playoff implications on the line, a potential Bellinger return would provide a meaningful boost to an offense that has struggled to generate consistent run production. The timing of his possible comeback next weekend could prove crucial as the Yankees look to reverse their recent offensive trends and strengthen their roster down the stretch.
Originally reported by Cbssports →
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