Yankees' McMahon delivers after 'unproductive start'

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Apr. 18, 2026 at 10:34am

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Out of Friday night's starting lineup, Ryan McMahon busied himself in the batting cage, determined to turn around his 'unproductive start' and help the Yankees win the game.

Why it matters

The Yankees are looking to bounce back from a slow start to the season, and McMahon's performance could be a key factor in their success.

The details

McMahon, who was out of the starting lineup on Friday, spent time in the batting cage working to improve his game. His focus was on helping the team win, rather than individual stats.

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The players

Ryan McMahon

A Yankees player who was out of the starting lineup on Friday but spent time in the batting cage working to improve his game and help the team win.

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What they’re saying

“To win the game. That's what's the most fun,”

— Ryan McMahon

The takeaway

McMahon's dedication to improving his game and helping the team win, even when he was out of the starting lineup, shows his commitment to the team's success and could be a key factor in the Yankees' performance this season.