The New York Yankees are headed to the 2024 Major League Baseball Postseason. The playoff berth was secured a week ago. The schedule is winding down and October is around the corner. How will the Yankees manage their bullpen situation? The starting rotation for the Yankees is a conversation in itself. However, the rotation isn’t exactly the spicy portion of the New York … [Read more...] about Yankees Must Use Bullpen Depth Wisely in Postseason
Key Yankees Reliever Heads to Injured List
The New York Yankees have lost yet another reliever to injury, as right-handed pitcher Jake Cousins has been placed on the 15-day IL. Cousins exited Thursday’s game against the Seattle Mariners with pec tightness after already experiencing soreness prior to the game. Furthermore, the team announced that the 30-year-old has suffered a right pec strain, and in a corresponding … [Read more...] about Key Yankees Reliever Heads to Injured List
Yankees Have the Advantage as AL East Race Comes to a Head
The New York Yankees secured their 59th postseason appearance with a thrilling 2-1 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Wednesday night. However, the celebration was tempered by the knowledge that their ultimate goal remains unfinished. Tuesday’s win marked the official clinching of a postseason berth, but the Yankees’ focus has already shifted to securing the division title. … [Read more...] about Yankees Have the Advantage as AL East Race Comes to a Head
Mets Pitching Plans Altered as Right-Hander Faces Season-Ending Procedure
A key member of the New York Mets pitching staff, Christian Scott, will undergo a hybrid Tommy John surgery and internal brace procedure next week, effectively ending his season. The surgery was announced by his agent, Nate Heisler of Klutch Sports. The 25-year-old right-hander, who made his MLB debut in May, has been sidelined since July with a sprained elbow. Despite a … [Read more...] about Mets Pitching Plans Altered as Right-Hander Faces Season-Ending Procedure
Yankees Lineup Reinforced by Emergence of New Leadoff Hitter
For the better part of this season, the Yankees had trouble finding a true leadoff man. They tried Anthony Volpe, Alex Verdugo, and others to no avail. Now, though, it seems that they’ve finally found their 1-hitter, just in time for the most vital stretch of the year. Gleyber Torres is settling nicely into the leadoff role. Gleyber Torres Finding a Groove as Yankees Leadoff … [Read more...] about Yankees Lineup Reinforced by Emergence of New Leadoff Hitter