Bellinger Jammed Heel, Expected Ready for ALDS

Cody Bellinger doubled and scored the first run in the Yankees’ 4-0 wild-card clincher over the Red Sox but jammed/bruised his left heel sliding into home and was seen limping later in the game. He remained in the contest, finished in left field, and was treated after the game; Bellinger said it wasn’t a soft-tissue injury and that he’d get treatment and be “ready to roll” for Game 1 of the ALDS. Manager Aaron Boone said Bellinger “should be OK” for the ALDS and beyond. Multiple outlets reported he was receiving treatment Friday and was expected to be in the lineup for Saturday’s opener. His speed and versatility were credited with sparking the decisive fourth-inning rally.