Yankees Legend Mariano Rivera Suffers Achilles Injury, Hospitalized After Old-Timers’ Day Game
Legendary New York Yankees pitcher Mariano Rivera has been hospitalized after sustaining an Achilles injury during the club’s 77th Old-Timers’ Day game on Saturday. The injury was first revealed by former Yankees pitcher Rodger Clemens on the WFAN broadcast of the game, where he shared that Rivera was in the hospital following the incident.
Known as one of the greatest closers in baseball history, Rivera joined the Yankees in 1995 and spent his entire 19-season career with the team, retiring in 2013. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2019, becoming the first and only player to be elected unanimously. The Old-Timers’ Day event, which honored the Yankees’ 2000 World Series victory over the New York Mets, featured Rivera, Clemens, and Andy Pettite, all key players on that championship team.
During the game, Rivera made a notable highlight by hitting a single off former teammate Andy Pettite, a moment that underscored his enduring presence in the Yankees’ legacy. Despite the injury, Rivera’s appearance was a poignant reminder of his contributions to the franchise. However, the injury raises concerns about his physical recovery and future involvement with the Yankees, though no details on his condition or potential return have been provided.
Rivera, who was 55 at the time of the injury, has been a vocal supporter of former President Donald Trump, endorsing him during Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign. Rivera praised Trump as a personal friend, stating,