尽管对他的表现受到批评, 但洋基队选择亚历克斯·维尔杜戈作为第一场比赛的左场球员. Yankees choose Alex Verdugo for Game 1 left field, despite criticism over his performance.

纽约洋基队选择Alex Verdugo从左外野开始 参加ALDS对堪萨斯城皇家队的 第一场比赛 引起批评 The New York Yankees have chosen Alex Verdugo to start in left field for Game 1 of the ALDS against the Kansas City Royals, sparking criticism. Verdugo本季表现不佳, 许多人对此决定表示质疑, 尤其是考虑到新手Jasson Domínguez 和防御阵地Trent Grisham等更好的选择。 Verdugo's poor performance this season has led many to question the decision, especially in light of better options like rookie Jasson Domínguez and defensive standout Trent Grisham. 洋基队也没有受伤的一垒手安东尼·里佐 （Anthony Rizzo），这促使他们调整了阵容。 The Yankees are also without first baseman Anthony Rizzo, who is injured, prompting lineup adjustments.