Yankees slugger [PERSON_NAME] recently suffered a "moderate grade" left calf strain while rehabbing from a right calf strain, putting his return this season in jeopardy, manager [PERSON_NAME] announced Saturday. Boone said [PERSON_NAME], who has been on the injured list since April, was nearing a return before he sustained the injury when he fell running the bases this week.

That move jeopardizes a crucial offensive boost alongside [PERSON_NAME] and [PERSON_NAME] Judge, both recovering from injuries. Cody Bellinger avoided such setbacks and will come off the injured list Sunday following his hamstring strain recovery.

At 36, [PERSON_NAME] has endured a nightmare year, playing in just 24 games as a designated hitter before his initial strain against the Houston Astros. He remains under contract for $25 million next season with a club option for 2028. Recurring injuries continue to limit his availability as the Yankees push for their first World Series title since 2009.