Rangers Catcher Heim Exits Yankees Game With Right Hand Injury

Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim exited Wednesday’s game against the New York Yankees in the second inning after experiencing a compressed nerve in his right hand, an injury sustained after a single off the end of his bat. Heim showed visible discomfort, struggled with his throws during warmups, and was replaced by backup catcher Tucker Barnhart. The incident occurred on a cold night at Yankee Stadium, and the severity of Heim’s injury remains unclear, but it could impact his availability for upcoming games. Heim has been an offensive bright spot for the Rangers this season, hitting .268 with six home runs and 17 RBIs, which is significant for a team struggling offensively. The Rangers, currently 25-24, may need to rely on Barnhart and Kyle Higashioka if Heim misses extended time. The team’s performance and catching situation will be closely watched as they try to stay competitive in the AL West.