Mookie Betts’ Fractured Toe Sparks Doubt: Will the Star Return Sooner Than Expected Against the Yankees?

Dodgers’ shortstop Mookie Betts is sitting out this weekend’s matchups against the New York Yankees due to a fractured toe he suffered earlier this week. The injury happened off the field—in a somewhat embarrassing collision with a wall in his own home, right after the team rolled back from a road trip. It’s a bit of a blow for the Dodgers, especially since Betts has been a consistent presence, starting the last 20 games and appearing in 51 straight. Yet, despite the setback, both Betts and manager Dave Roberts are optimistic that he’ll dodge a trip to the injured list and only miss a short spell. Meanwhile, the team is shuffling veterans like Miguel Rojas to take up the mantle at shortstop, with a pair of fresh options waiting in the wings. The gritty reality of baseball, right? Even stars aren’t immune to the unexpected quirks life throws at them. LEARN MORE

Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts will not start in any of this weekend’s games against the New York Yankees after sustaining a fractured toe this week, but the team is hopeful he will be able to avoid a stint on the injured list.

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