Yankees' Austin Slater Exits Game Due to Hamstring Tightness

Yankees outfielder Austin Slater exited Monday's game against the Texas Rangers in the first inning due to left hamstring tightness. Slater, who was making just his second start since being acquired at the MLB Trade Deadline from the White Sox, experienced discomfort running to first base after hitting a grounder. He had been providing significant value against left-handed pitchers, holding an .825 OPS in 72 at-bats against southpaws this season.