Yankees: Oswald Peraza's contact issues and bad swing decisions are dooming him

Judge Throws Peraza A Lifeline As Yankees Future Grows Murky

Infielder Oswald Peraza, once considered a cornerstone prospect, faces mounting pressure as his 2025 campaign becomes a grueling examination of talent versus production. Amid speculations of the New York Yankees planning a shift, captain Aaron Judge’s endorsement has become Peraza’s latest and strongest hope. Opportunities presented themselves to Peraza throughout the season. DJ LeMahieu’s early injury absence and Jazz Chisholm’s May placement o…

Yankees: Oswald Peraza's contact issues and bad swing decisions are dooming him

Vincent Carchietta-Imagn ImagesVincent Carchietta-Imagn Images In baseball, just like in life, moments of opportunity don’t come with a guarantee—they come with a stopwatch. For New York Yankees infielder Oswald Peraza, the ticking has gotten louder with each plate appearance. When DJ LeMahieu was sidelined by a nagging calf strain, and with Jazz Chisholm now out with an oblique injury, doors have opened. But instead of bursting through, Peraza …