Nathan Lukes Leaves ALCS Game 1 with Knee Contusion

Outfielder Nathan Lukes left Game 1 of the ALCS due to a right knee contusion after fouling a ball off his knee; x-rays were clean, and he may return if medically clear. While his absence could impact the Blue Jays, who rely on his playoff performance, alternatives like Myles Straw and Davis Schneider would be less effective against a right-handed pitching staff.

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