# Woman sues Yankees for $10 million after errant bat injures her in stands

A woman has filed a $10 million lawsuit against the New York Yankees, claiming she suffered severe injuries when a bat flew into the stands during a game. The suit seeks damages for negligence over ballpark safety measures. The case could highlight how teams handle fan protection from projectiles.

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## Sources

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- [Fox News Sports](https://www.foxnews.com/sports/woman-sues-yankees-10-million-errant-bat-stands-caused-severe-injuries) — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 14:00:40 -0400