Rizzo Misses ALDS; Yankees Add Duke Ellis

Anthony Rizzo, the New York Yankees' first baseman, will not be included in the roster for the American League Division Series (ALDS) against the Kansas City Royals due to fractured fingers sustained in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Rizzo has expressed optimism about returning for the American League Championship Series (ALCS) if the Yankees advance, allowing additional time for his recovery. In his absence, rookie Ben Rice is likely to start at first base, with Oswaldo Cabrera as another option. Despite a challenging season marred by injuries, Rizzo remains hopeful about contributing in the ALCS. Meanwhile, Duke Ellis, who played sparingly during the regular season, has been added to the Yankees' ALDS roster, likely to serve as a pinch runner. The Yankees face the Royals in the ALDS opener on Saturday.