Yankees Expected To Make Harsh Trent Grisham Decision Ahead Of Red Sox Playoff Series

The New York Yankees are gearing up for a critical postseason matchup against their cross-state rivals, the Boston Red Sox. The team is expected to face the Red Sox in a first-round Wild Card series, starting just a week from Tuesday, according to a report by the Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy. The series will be held at Yankee Stadium, mirroring last year's Wild Card playoff series.

This development leaves the Yankees' managerial staff, notably Aaron Boone, with a significant decision to make regarding their roster composition, particularly concerning veteran outfielder Trent Grisham. The Yankees are anticipated to omit infielder Amed Rosario from their postseason roster, favoring right-handed bats like Anthony Volpe, Jazz Chisholm Jr., and Jose Caballero to counter Boston's left-handed pitching.

Moreover, the narrative suggests that Grisham, who has had a disappointing season with a .211 batting average and only 18 home runs, will not be part of the Wild Card Series lineup, regardless of whether he recovers in time for the postseason. The article concludes by hinting at the potential ramifications of Grisham's contract, positioning his inclusion in the postseason as a misstep by the Yankees front office, especially in light of Cody Bellinger's market for free agent options.