Full Breakdown
Yankees Place Trent Grisham on Injured List, Recall Jasson Domínguez
9/7/2026, 10:08:01 PM
Immediate Situation
On September 5, 2026, the New York Yankees placed center fielder Trent Grisham on the 10-day injured list after a right-hamstring strain in a loss to the San Diego Padres at Petco Park. The injury is a Grade 2 strain in a different spot from his June issue. To fill the roster spot, the club recalled outfielder Jasson Domínguez from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Background & Context
Grisham first entered the IL on June 13, 2026 after sliding into second base in Toronto; he returned on July 3, 2026. He was acquired by the Yankees in a seven-player trade in 2023 that also sent Juan Soto to New York. The team sits atop the American League wild-card standings, with the Boston Red Sox close behind.
Data & Statistics
- Trent Grisham (2026): .211 average, 18 HR, 59 RBIs in 121 games; .308 OBP, .395 SLG.
- Jasson Domínguez (Triple-A 2026): .283 average, .361 OBP, .420 SLG, 7 HR, 30 RBIs, 14 SB in 212 at-bats. In 53 major-league games this year he has 6 HR, 14 RBIs and 7 steals.
- Team record: 80-61, four games behind the AL East-leading Tampa Bay Rays.
Official Statements & Responses
Manager Aaron Boone said Grisham was already moving and felt “a little bit better” than during his June injury, but imaging will determine severity and the timeline remains uncertain. Outfielder Trent Grisham called the setback “disappointing, for sure,” noting injuries are part of the game. The Yankees indicated Spencer Jones will receive the majority of center-field duties while Aaron Judge continues his recovery from a broken rib.
Verbatim Quotes
- “He is doing well enough to be able to move right away, which is a good sign,” — Aaron Boone, Yankees manager (NY Post)
- “Not sure yet if it’s an IL or not, but certainly could be.” — Trent Grisham, Yankees outfielder (NY Post)
Impact on Roster and Playoff Race
Grisham’s absence creates an outfield logjam. Spencer Jones, who hit .303 with an .881 OPS over his last 23 games, is expected to start in center field, while Jasson Domínguez adds depth and a left-handed bat. The move also eases the path for Aaron Judge to rejoin the lineup once his rib heals, potentially restoring the Yankees’ power core. With the regular season in its final weeks, the team’s ability to maintain its wild-card lead hinges on how quickly the replacements can produce at a level comparable to Grisham’s prior contributions.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Sources differ on the projected length of Grisham’s layoff. Some suggest he could miss the remainder of the season, while others describe the situation as “uncertain” pending imaging results. No definitive timeline has been announced, and the Yankees have not disclosed the exact grade beyond “moderate, Grade 2.” Further updates are expected after medical evaluation.
