Yankees reliever Headrick projected for second-half success in MLB
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Yankees left-handed reliever Brent Headrick is projected to have a significant second-half breakout. With a 1.43 ERA over 50 appearances this season, Headrick's performance is a key factor in the Yankees' bullpen, which has a 3.06 ERA, second only to the Boston Red Sox. His recent form, particularly against right-handed hitters, positions him as a crucial asset for the team's continued success. The Yankees currently hold a 57-45 record and trail the Tampa Bay Rays by 2.5 games in the American League East.
- •Yankees hold a 57-45 record this season.
- •Brent Headrick has a 1.43 ERA in 50 appearances.
- •Yankees bullpen ranks second in MLB with a 3.06 ERA.
- •Headrick excels against right-handed batters, holding a.486 OPS against them.
- •Yankees trail the Rays by 2.5 games in the AL East.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Yankees lefty reliever projected to have a massive second-half breakout
"Don't sleep on this LHP during the second half.
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