News about Bryan De La Cruz

As New York's air quality index reaches a 185 rating due to smoke overtaking the sky as a result of Canadian wildfires, the Yankees took the field in potentially volatile weather. On Tuesday, thick smoke from the north descended on New York City, with an orange glow hanging above the iconic skyline, covering the Statue of Liberty's famed monuments. The Bronx was no exception, as the sky over Yankee Stadium glowed a mix of orange and dark grey.

Eury Perez, the Miami Marlins starter, pitched five strong innings for his first major league victory, and the Washington Nationals swept the Washington Nationals 5-3 on Thursday afternoon. Perez made his MLB debut on Friday, becoming the youngest pitcher in team history at 20 years and 27 days. In large part due to his massive size, he has been one of the most awaited-up prospects in recent memory. Despite being only 20 years old and weighing around 220 pounds, Perez stands at a mighty 6-foot-8 and weighs in at 220 pounds.