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Yankees place pitcher Cruz on IL; Fulmer signed before Astros game

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Yankees place pitcher Cruz on IL; Fulmer signed before Astros game
Summary

The New York Yankees placed reliever Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow discomfort on August 26, prior to their game against the Houston Astros. Cruz's injury follows a recent save opportunity mishap, contributing to a 9-7 loss to the Astros. In response to the injury, the Yankees signed free agent reliever Michael Fulmer to a major-league contract and recalled rookie right-hander Elmer Rodriguez from Triple-A. Additionally, reliever Bradley Hammer was optioned to Triple-A after appearing in three games since his call-up.

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  • •Yankees lose Cruz to the injured list on August 26.
  • •Cruz has a 3.13 ERA in 61 appearances this season.
  • •Fulmer, an All-Star in 2017, was signed after his release.
  • •Rodriguez will start for the Yankees against the Astros.
  • •Hammer has been optioned to Triple-A after three appearances.
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  • 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees lose standout pitcher to IL; former All-Star signs
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The New York Yankees and Houston Astros are playing a three-game series this week at Yankee Stadium.

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