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Spencer Jones strikes out four times versus Angels

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Spencer Jones

NYY Right Fielder #78

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Spencer Jones struck out all four times up against the Angels on Wednesday.

After homering Monday and Tuesday, Jones got the nod over Trent Grisham against lefty Reid Detmers tonight, but he ended up with his first golden sombrero as a major leaguer. He’s up to 76 strikeouts in 210 plate appearances as a major leaguer, but if anything, that 36 percent rate is probably a little better than expected; he finished at 37 percent in Double-A in 2024 and 35 percent between Double- and Triple-A last year. And he’s hitting a respectable .239/.314/.441 anyway.

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NYY Right Fielder #78

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Spencer Jones went 3-for-4 and drove in a pair of runs on Thursday as the Yankees triumphed over the Rockies.

Jones did his damage during a six-run uprising in the seventh inning, with his two-run single extending the Yankees’ lead to 6-2. He then rode home on Anthony Volpe’s grand slam. With his three-hit evening, the 25-year-old slugger is now hitting .255/.333/.452 with nine homers, 33 RBI and nine stolen bases in his first 235 plate appearances with the Bombers.
Spencer Jones

NYY Right Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 2-for-3 with a home run, three RBI, and two walks to power the Yankees to a 7-3 win over the Angels on Tuesday.

Jones put the Yankees on the board early, taking Grayson Rodriguez deep for a two-run blast in the first inning. He later drew a walk and stole second in the sixth before walking again and scoring a run in the eighth. The 25-year-old slugger has homered in back-to-back games and is up to nine with nine steals while hitting .245/.320/.451 across 206 plate appearances.
Cody Bellinger

NYY Left Fielder #35

Cody Bellinger is not in the Yankees’ lineup for the nightcap of Saturday’s doubleheader against the Red Sox.

Bellinger will get a breather in the second game of Saturday’s twin bill with left-hander Alec Gamboa starting on the mound for the Red Sox. Spencer Jones will draw a start in his place in left field and will bat seventh for the Bombers.
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NYY Right Fielder #78

Spencer Jones is on the bench Friday for the first time since Aug. 28.

Heliot Ramos, meanwhile, is making his first start in six days against Red Sox left-hander Patrick Sandoval. With Cody Bellinger back, it looks like Jones and Ramos could be in a straight platoon for now, though Jones could maybe start over Trent Grisham against some lefties. Jones actually has a 1.079 OPS in 34 plate appearances in lefty-lefty matchups. He has a .648 OPS in 155 plate appearances against righties.
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NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 2-for-3 with a double, a walk, an RBI, and two runs scored as the Yankees defeated the Blue Jays 8-3 on Sunday afternoon.

Jones delivered an RBI double in the second and was also caught stealing for the first time as a big-leaguer. He has seven homers and eight steals in his first 57 games with the Yankees. Of course, it has come with a 36 percent strikeout rate. Heliot Ramos was the odd man out with Cody Bellinger back in the lineup, but playing time will be something to watch as New York gets healthier down the stretch.
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NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 3-for-4 with a solo homer, stolen base and a pair of runs scored on Thursday, leading the Yankees past the Orioles.

Jones led off the third inning with a single and scored as Jose Caballero bounced into a fielder’s choice. He then crushed a 398-foot (108.0-mph EV) solo shot off of Kyle Bradish in the sixth inning that extended the Bombers’ advantage to 5-1. He also singled in the eighth inning and swiped second base but was ultimately left stranded there. For the season, the dynamic 25-year-old is now hitting .227/.305/.407 with six homers, 19 RBI and seven stolen bases on the season.
Spencer Jones

NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones will bat third and play left field against the Mariners on Thursday

Jones has plenty of power, so hitting him in the middle of the lineup makes sense. However, in 17 games since the All-Star break, he’s also hitting .196 with a 25.4 percent strikeout rate, 17.2 percent swinging strike rate, and 68 percent contact rate. The power and solid walk rate have given him a usable .756 OPS, but he remains a risky bet given his contact profile.
Spencer Jones

NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 2-for-3 with a triple, two RBI, and a run scored against the Braves on Saturday.

Jones put the Yankees on the board with a base hit in the second inning to drive in a run, then stole second for his fourth steal of the season. He then plated his second RBI on a triple in the fifth before scoring on a balk. Jones would draw a walk in the eighth, reaching for a third time. It was an excellent day at the plate for the 25-year-old outfielder after going hitless in his last five games.
Spencer Jones

NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 2-for-4 and hit his fifth homer versus the Cubs on Saturday.

The wind was blowing in at Wrigley tonight, but Jones hit a 106-mph liner low enough get it out to left center. It was his third homer in four games, and he’s now at a solid .247/.333/.452 as a major leaguer, even with his 40 strikeouts in 105 plate appearances. The Yankees aren’t going to have to choose between Jones and Jasson Domínguez for a starting spot for at least a few weeks yet, but if they had to pick today, it’d seem to make sense to stick with Jones.
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NYY Center Fielder #78

Spencer Jones went 1-for-2 with a solo homer against the Cubs on Friday in a 2-0 win.

Jones, starting against LHP Shota Imanaga, blasted a 418-foot dinger in the fifth inning to provide the final scoreline. Jones has enough power (four homers) and speed (three stolen bases) to be a fantasy factor if he keeps getting consistent playing time, so proving he can handle left-handed pitching is crucial for him. Jones is hitting .265/.324/.500 in his last 15 games and .236/.327/.416 in 89 at bats on the season.

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Wyatt Langford

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Wyatt Langford went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo home run against the Diamondbacks on Saturday.

Langford’s home run was his 17th of the season. He hit a solo shot off Brandon Pfaadt in the fifth inning. Langford has two home runs in his last five games. He’s hitting .244 with a .775 OPS and 39 RBI.
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Brandon Pfaadt

AZ Starting Pitcher #32
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Brandon Pfaadt allowed six runs in 6 2/3 innings and took the loss against the Rangers on Saturday.

Pfaadt gave up 10 hits, walked none and struck out seven. He fell to 7-3 with the loss. Pfaadt has a 5.74 ERA over his last five starts. He has a 3.77 ERA on the year. Pfaadt will look to turn it around in his next start against the Yankees at home.
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Kumar Rocker

TEX Starting Pitcher #80
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Kumar Rocker allowed one run in four innings and got a no-decision in the Rangers’ 6-2 victory over the Diamondbacks on Saturday.

Rocker gave up two hits, walked two and struck out five. He pitched fairly well, but was pulled after four innings and 65 pitches. Rocker has a 4.54 ERA. He’s lined up to face the Blue Jays at home next week, but he doesn’t need to be rostered in most fantasy leagues.
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Leo Bernal

STL Catcher #13
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Leo Bernal went 1-for-5 with a solo home run against the White Sox on Saturday.

Bernal’s home run was his third. He hit a solo shot off White Sox reliever Grant Taylor in the eighth inning, which put the Cardinals up 5-4. Bernal has hit two home runs in his last three games. He’s hitting .313 with a .923 OPS and 13 RBI in the first 45 at-bats of his MLB career. Bernal is worth considering in all two-catcher formats.
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Riley O'Brien

STL Relief Pitcher #61
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Riley O’Brien allowed two runs, blew the save and took the loss against the White Sox on Saturday.

O’Brien came on to protect a one-run lead in the ninth inning. He walked Kyle Teel to start the inning before striking out the next two batters. Then Randal Grichuk hit a two-run home run that turned out to be the game-winner. O’Brien has blown eight saves this year, including three in his last five appearances. He has a 4.20 ERA this year.
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Cooper Hjerpe allowed four runs and got a no-decision against the White Sox on Saturday.

Hjerpe appeared in only two innings and showed little command of the strike zone with four walks. The lack of control was his undoing as the walks led to one run in the fourth inning and three more in the fifth inning. Hjerpe threw 52 pitches and only 25 for strikes. He should continue to follow Kyle Leahy as a bulk pitcher. Hjerpe is lined up to face the Nationals at home next week.
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Luis Castillo

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Luis Castillo allowed three runs in 2 2/3 innings and got a no-decision in the White Sox’ 6-5 victory over the Cardinals on Saturday.

Castillo gave up four hits, walked three and struck out two. He came in as the bulk pitcher, but lasted less than three innings. Castillo has a 10.00 ERA over his last five appearances. He has a 5.67 ERA this season. He’s lined up to face the Tigers at home next week.
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Eugenio Suárez went 3-for-4 with a walk, three runs scored, a solo home run and two RBI against the Brewers on Saturday.

Suárez’ home run was his 23rd of the season. He hit a solo shot off Shane Drohan in the second inning. Suárez has hit four home runs in his last 10 games. He’s hitting .212 with a .737 OPS and 65 RBI this year.
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William Contreras

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William Contreras went 1-for-3 with two walks, two runs scored and a three-run home run against the Reds on Saturday.

Contreras’s home run was his 17th of the season. He hit a three-run home run off Brady Singer in the fourth inning. Contreras has hit a home run in three consecutive games and four of his last six games. He’s hitting .273 with a .763 OPS and 86 RBI.
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Brice Turang went 2-for-4 with a walk, two runs scored and a two-run home run against the Reds on Saturday.

Turang’s home run was his 19th of the season. He hit a two-run shot off Brady Singer in the first inning. Turang has five hits, two home runs and six RBI over his last two games. He’s hitting .263 with an .803 OPS and 92 RBI.
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