Rutschman went hitless during the first game of the billing, and is hitting a very disappointing 199/.297/.331 to open the 2025 campaign. Maverick Handley is getting the start behind the plate and he’ll hit ninth.

The Orioles are trying anything to get the 27-year-old going. He started the year batting second and then shifted to third in the order. On Sunday, he hit cleanup, and he’s now batting fifth with Ryan O’Hearn hitting cleanup, Gunnar Henderson batting third, and Ryan Mountcastle hitting second. Rustchman is hitting just .203/.298/.338 on the season; although, his .275 xBA suggests that he deserves a lot better.

Gary Sánchez won’t get to start against his former team today. Rutschman is batting third in the home game against the Yankees.

It doesn’t sound like there’s a serious level of concern after Rutschman was hit on the right hand while blocking a ball during the nightcap of Saturday’s doubleheader at Comerica Park. Fantasy managers should consider him day-to-day for now. He should be ready to return in a couple days once the swelling and soreness subside. It’ll be Gary Sánchez handling the catching duties in his absence.