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Rangers Catcher Jonah Heim Exits Game Due to Hand Injury

Heim left in the second inning against the Yankees with a compressed nerve in his throwing hand, prompting further medical evaluation and a lineup change.

May 20, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Texas Rangers catcher Jonah Heim (28) follows through on a double against the New York Yankees during the fifth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Jonah Heim exited Wednesday night's game against the New York Yankees in the second inning due to a compressed nerve in his right hand.
  • The injury became apparent after Heim made two errant warmup throws, leading to a visit from Rangers manager Bruce Bochy and a trainer.
  • Tucker Barnhart, the Rangers' No. 3 catcher, replaced Heim in the lineup following his departure.
  • Heim had singled earlier in the game, marking the Rangers' first hit on a 53-degree night at Yankee Stadium.
  • The 29-year-old catcher, an All-Star in 2023, is undergoing further evaluation to determine the severity of the injury.