Boston Red Sox fans experienced a rollercoaster of emotions during Saturday’s victory over the New York Yankees, particularly in the tense bottom of the ninth inning. The excitement peaked when Aroldis Chapman rushed to first base to secure the final out, but quickly turned to concern as the veteran pitcher stumbled over the base and appeared to sustain an injury.
At 37, falls can be particularly jarring, and Chapman’s immediate reaction—grabbing his thigh—provoked worry among fans. Although he finished the game with a limp, there were no immediate reports of serious injury from the Red Sox organization as of 11 p.m. ET.
In a positive twist for Boston, despite Garrett Crochet’s struggles, yielding five earned runs in six innings, the team managed to clinch the game with a score of 10-7. Trevor Story played a crucial role, driving in five RBIs, including a pivotal two-run single that provided some breathing room before Chapman closed the game with a perfect inning. He recorded his 10th save of the season, striking out Jazz Chisholm Jr. and inducing ground outs from Oswaldo Peraza and Paul Goldschmidt. Chapman’s final pitch hit an impressive 102 mph, underscoring his talent even in moments of physical challenge.
This article will be updated as more details about Chapman’s condition become available, but for now, Red Sox fans can take solace in the victory and the team’s resilience on the field.