Yankees assess rotation depth as pitching injuries mount
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The New York Yankees are evaluating their starting pitching depth as Max Fried is sidelined due to injury. Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón have returned, but the loss of Fried adds pressure to the rotation. Elmer Rodríguez has performed moderately well as a spot starter, while Brendan Beck is coming off a strong stretch in Triple-A. Both are potential options if the Yankees require further reinforcements. The team is also considering Paul Blackburn and Ryan Yarbrough, who have experience in long relief, for additional innings if needed.
- •Max Fried is currently injured, impacting Yankees' rotation.
- •Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodón have recently returned from injuries.
- •Elmer Rodríguez has made four starts this season with a 4.76 ERA.
- •Brendan Beck is 5-0 with a 1.63 ERA in his last eight starts at Triple-A.
- •Paul Blackburn and Ryan Yarbrough are options for multi-inning relief.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — The Yankees Rotation Depth Inventory: June
"Elmer Rodríguez and Brendan Beck have starting pitching insurance locked down at Triple-A.
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