Yankees’ Former Infielder ‘Fighting For My Life’ During Rival Red Sox Implosion

BusinessSportsMoneyYankees’ Former Infielder ‘Fighting For My Life’ During Rival Red Sox ImplosionByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 27, 2026, 09:49am EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 25: Isiah Kiner-Falefa #12 of the New York Yankees prepares in the dugout before the game against the Oakland Athletics at RingCentral Coliseum on August 25, 2022 in Oakland, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe New York Yankees enjoyed a surge at the plate on Tuesday, posting 15 runs in a blowout over the Kansas City Royals.And perhaps the most rewarding part of the victory was the fact that the momentum was spread out across the roster in historic fashion. “Attacking early and often while racking up a season-high 24 hits — 21 before facing a position player pitching in the ninth — the Yankees cruised to their third straight win, 15-1 over the Royals at Kauffman Stadium,” Greg Joyce wrote for the New York Post. “For the first time in franchise history, every member of the starting lineup had at least two hits.”But while the Yankees enjoyed an offensive breakout, their old friend voiced some frustration as his new team struggles.ForbesBlue Jays’ Former Starter Leaves MLB After Injury SetbacksBy Peter ChawagaFormer New York Yankees Infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa Voices Career Concerns With Boston Red SoxBoston Red Sox infielder Isiah Kiner-Falefa, who was a polarizing presence for the Yankees in 2022 and 2023, has been unable to earn consistent playing time as the team struggles. In 54 at-bats for the Red Sox so far he is slashing .278/.350/.370, but he noted that he feels every plate appearance is high pressure because of how sparingly he gets to play.“I’m fighting for my career, I’m fighting f...