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Yankees reliever returns from leave, available to close tonight
David Bednar rejoins the New York Yankees after paternity leave and is set to close against the Minnesota Twins. The team also reported Julio Rodriguez entered concussion protocol after a helmet hit.
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The New York Yankees reinstated reliever David Bednar from paternity leave ahead of their game against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night. Bednar last allowed a run on May 18 and has since pitched 14 scoreless innings with 15 strikeouts, six hits and three walks. He recorded five saves and one win during that stretch.
The Seattle Mariners placed outfielder Julio Rodriguez in concussion protocol after he was struck in the helmet by a throw during the first inning of Thursday's game. Rodriguez remained in the contest initially but exited for a pinch hitter in the third inning.
Victor Robles replaced Rodriguez and was later hit by a pitch, forcing lineup adjustments that included moving Luke Raley to center field.
Major League Baseball issued four suspensions stemming from a Tuesday incident between the Boston Red Sox and Washington Nationals. The primary parties each received seven-game bans, subject to appeal. Two games scheduled for Friday were postponed due to a World Cup match near the stadiums hosting the Texas Rangers versus Detroit Tigers and the Kansas City Royals versus Philadelphia Phillies.
