Trending Now - Yankees Revamp Pitching Staff, Stirring Fan Debate and Concerns
WHO:
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Luis Gil.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Yankees' No. 2 prospect Carlos Lagrange.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Luis Gil.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Yankees' No. 2 prospect Carlos Lagrange.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Yankees' No. 2 prospect Carlos Lagrange.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Yankees' No. 2 prospect Carlos Lagrange.
Gerrit Cole, Austin Wells, and Max Fried.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, and Yankees' No. 2 prospect Carlos Lagrange.
Luis Gil, New York Yankees, Yankees manager Aaron Boone, pitching coach Matt Blake, Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, Ryan Weathers, Carlos Lagrange, Gerrit Cole, Austin Wells, and the Yankees' No. 2 prospect.
WHAT:
Max Fried is set to start the season opener against the San Francisco Giants on March 26th, 2026.
The Yankees will use a four-man rotation consisting of Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, and Ryan Weathers.
Gil's worst spring start occurred on March 15th, 2026, against the Tigers, where he allowed seven runs and nine hits over three innings.
Gil finished the spring with a 4.66 ERA in 19 1/3 innings.
Weathers had an 11.68 ERA in 12 1/3 innings during spring training.
The Yankees are still finalizing their bullpen decisions, with those calls expected on March 27th, 2026.
Gil's performance against the Orioles on March 17th, 2026, was highlighted as he struck out seven batters over five scoreless, one-hit innings.
Yankees manager Aaron Boone stated that the team is likely to begin the season with a four-man rotation due to four off-days within the first 13 days.
The Yankees have confirmed six relievers for the bullpen: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, Tim Hill, Paul Blackburn, and Ryan Yarbrough.
Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless, one-hit innings against the Baltimore Orioles on March 17th, 2026.
Gil's worst spring start occurred on March 15th, 2026, where he allowed seven runs and nine hits over three innings.
Gil finished the spring with a 4.66 ERA in 19 1/3 innings.
Weathers had an 11.68 ERA in 12 1/3 innings during spring training.
Lagrange was presented with a watch courtesy of Oris along with the 2026 James P. Dawson Award.
Lagrange posted an 0.66 ERA across four spring appearances, striking out 13 batters in 13 2/3 innings with four walks.
Lagrange was 11-8 with a 3.53 ERA in 24 combined games (23 starts) with High-A Hudson Valley and Double-A Somerset in 2025.
Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless, one-hit innings against the Baltimore Orioles on March 17th, 2026.
Lagrange was presented with a watch courtesy of Oris along with the 2026 James P. Dawson Award.
Lagrange posted an 0.66 ERA across four spring appearances, striking out 13 batters in 13 2/3 innings with four walks.
Lagrange was 11-8 with a 3.53 ERA in 24 combined games (23 starts) with High-A Hudson Valley and Double-A Somerset in 2025.
The Yankees are finalizing their bullpen decisions, with six relievers confirmed: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, Tim Hill, Paul Blackburn, and Ryan Yarbrough.
Gil will remain behind in Tampa to throw live batting practice on March 29th, 2026.
Gil's worst spring start occurred on March 15th, 2026, against the Tigers, where he allowed seven runs and nine hits over three innings.
Gil finished the spring with a 4.66 ERA in 19 1/3 innings.
Weathers had an 11.68 ERA in 12 1/3 innings during spring training.
Lagrange was presented with a watch courtesy of Oris along with the 2026 James P. Dawson Award.
Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless, one-hit innings against the Baltimore Orioles on March 17th, 2026.
The Yankees are finalizing their bullpen decisions, with six relievers confirmed: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, Tim Hill, Paul Blackburn, and Ryan Yarbrough.
The Yankees have scheduled off-days on March 26th, March 29th, April 2nd, and April 6th, 2026.
Gil's worst spring start occurred on March 15th, 2026, where he allowed seven runs and nine hits over three innings.
Gil finished the spring with a 4.66 ERA in 19 1/3 innings.
Weathers had an 11.68 ERA in 12 1/3 innings during spring training.
Lagrange posted an 0.66 ERA across four spring appearances, striking out 13 batters in 13 2/3 innings with four walks.
Lagrange was 11-8 with a 3.53 ERA in 24 combined games (23 starts) with High-A Hudson Valley and Double-A Somerset in 2025.
The Yankees are starting the 2026 season with a four-man rotation.
Max Fried is set to start the season opener against the San Francisco Giants.
Gil pitched five scoreless innings against the Baltimore Orioles, striking out seven batters.
Gil finished the spring with a 4.66 ERA in 19 1/3 innings.
Carlos Lagrange was awarded the 2026 James P. Dawson Award for the most outstanding Yankees rookie in Spring Training.
Lagrange posted an 0.66 ERA across four spring appearances, striking out 13 batters in 13 2/3 innings.
WHERE:
The Yankees' exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs is scheduled in Mesa, Arizona.
The Yankees' exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs is scheduled in Mesa, Arizona.
The Yankees' exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs is scheduled in Mesa, Arizona.
The Yankees' spring training is taking place in Tampa, Florida.
The season opener is against the San Francisco Giants.
Lagrange's exhibition game is scheduled against the Chicago Cubs in Mesa, Arizona.
WHEN:
The Yankees' season opener is on March 26th, 2026.
Gil will throw live batting practice on March 29th, 2026.
The Yankees' season opener is on March 26th, 2026.
Gil will throw live batting practice on March 29th, 2026.
The Yankees' season opener is on March 26th, 2026.
Lagrange is scheduled to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27th, 2026.
The Yankees would not need a fifth starter until April 11th, 2026, against the Rays at Tropicana Field.
The Yankees' season opener is on March 26th, 2026.
Lagrange is scheduled to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27th, 2026.
The Yankees would not need a fifth starter until April 11th, 2026, against the Rays at Tropicana Field.
Lagrange is scheduled to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27th, 2026.
Lagrange is scheduled to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27th, 2026.
The Yankees' season opener is on March 26th, 2026.
Gil's worst spring start occurred on March 15th, 2026.
The Yankees have scheduled off-days on March 26th, March 29th, April 2nd, and April 6th, 2026.
The Yankees would need a fifth starter by April 11th, 2026.
WHY:
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The Yankees are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to keep him in rhythm and balance the bullpen.
The decision to use a four-man rotation is due to four off-days within the first 13 days of the season.
Gil's exclusion from the rotation is attributed to the Yankees' current schedule and the need to keep him in rhythm.
HOW:
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil may be used in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
Gil will throw live batting practice on March 29th, 2026, and may be optioned to the Minors.
The Yankees are finalizing their bullpen decisions, with six relievers already confirmed.
(UPDATED March 24, 2026 05:39 UTC)
In a key announcement, the Yankees have confirmed that Max Fried will start the season opener against the San Francisco Giants on March 26, 2026, as they finalize their four-man rotation, which also includes Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, and Ryan Weathers. Luis Gil, who struggled this spring with a 4.66 ERA, is being considered for a minor league option to maintain his rhythm, and he will throw live batting practice on March 29, 2026. Meanwhile, the Yankees are still making decisions about their bullpen, with final calls expected on March 27, 2026.
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(UPDATED March 24, 2026 04:10 UTC)
In a recent update, Yankees manager Aaron Boone highlighted Carlos Lagrange's impressive performance against the Orioles on March 17, where he struck out seven batters over five scoreless innings. As the team prepares for their season opener on March 26, Boone mentioned they are likely to start with a four-man rotation due to several off-days in the early schedule, while also confirming six relievers for the bullpen. Additionally, Gil is expected to throw live batting practice on March 29 and may be optioned to the Minors to maintain his rhythm, potentially serving in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
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(UPDATED March 24, 2026 01:41 UTC)
In a standout performance on March 17th, 2026, Yankees pitcher Luis Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless innings against the Baltimore Orioles, following a rough outing just two days prior where he allowed seven runs in three innings. As the Yankees prepare for their season opener on March 26th, they are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to maintain his rhythm, while Lagrange, who posted an impressive 0.66 ERA this spring, is set to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27th. The Yankees will not need a fifth starter until April 11th against the Rays, and Gil may serve in a piggyback role during Weathers' first outing.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 23:40 UTC)
In a strong performance against the Baltimore Orioles last week, Yankees pitcher Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless innings, while the team also celebrated their No. 2 prospect, Carlos Lagrange, who received the 2026 James P. Dawson Award and a watch from Oris. Lagrange has been impressive this spring, posting an 0.66 ERA with 13 strikeouts in just over 13 innings, and he is set to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27. As the Yankees finalize their bullpen ahead of the season opener on March 26, they are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to maintain his rhythm, potentially using him in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 21:33 UTC)
Yankees manager Aaron Boone announced that pitcher Gil will stay in Tampa to throw live batting practice on March 29, following a challenging spring where he finished with a 4.66 ERA over 19 and a third innings. Meanwhile, the Yankees' No. 2 prospect, Carlos Lagrange, received the 2026 James P. Dawson Award and a watch from Oris. As the team prepares for their season opener against the Rays on April 11, they are considering optioning Gil to the Minors to maintain his rhythm and potentially use him in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 13:33 UTC)
In a strong performance last week, Yankees pitcher Gil struck out seven batters over five scoreless innings against the Baltimore Orioles. As the team finalizes its bullpen decisions, six relievers have been confirmed, while Carlos Lagrange is set to start in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27. The Yankees are also considering optioning Gil to the Minors to maintain his rhythm and may utilize him in a piggyback role during Weathers’ first outing.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 09:22 UTC)
Today, Yankees manager Aaron Boone and pitching coach Matt Blake are evaluating their roster as they consider optioning pitcher Gil to the Minors to help him find his rhythm after a tough spring. Gil struggled in his last outing on March 15, allowing seven runs over three innings, finishing the spring with a 4.66 ERA, while top prospect Carlos Lagrange impressed with an impressive 0.66 ERA and 13 strikeouts in 13 and two-thirds innings. Lagrange is set to make his debut in an exhibition game against the Chicago Cubs on March 27, as the Yankees look to balance their bullpen and potentially use Gil in a piggyback role during Weathers' first outing.
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(UPDATED March 23, 2026 07:31 UTC)
The New York Yankees are kicking off the 2026 season with a four-man rotation, and Max Fried is set to start the opener against the San Francisco Giants on March 26. Luis Gil had a strong performance in spring training, pitching five scoreless innings against the Baltimore Orioles, while Carlos Lagrange earned the James P. Dawson Award for the most outstanding Yankees rookie with an impressive 0.66 ERA. As the Yankees finalize their bullpen decisions, Gil will throw live batting practice on March 29 and may be optioned to the Minors to keep him in rhythm.