Yankees' il Rotation Takes Shape Amid Injuries
The Yankees' rotation is taking shape, with Carrasco joining the team and Germán likely to take King's spot, while the team awaits the recovery of several key players and considers adding a right-handed bat before Opening Day.
The New York Yankees have announced several key roster moves as the team prepares for Opening Day, with Michael King and Clarke Schmidt joining the injured list due to shoulder and back injuries, respectively, while Carlos Carrasco earns a spot in the rotation after a strong spring training.
King's injury has opened the door for Domingo Germán to make the team as a non-roster invite, and he is likely to take King's spot in the rotation. The Yankees are also optimistic about the recovery of Luis Gil, who will miss Opening Day due to a lat injury, and have been impressed by the performances of Domingo Germán and Jhony Brito in spring training. Yoan López will also start the season on the injured list.
Carrasco, a 38-year-old right-hander, has posted a 1.69 ERA in five games during spring training, securing his place in the Yankees' rotation. Schmidt and Hamilton will begin the season on the injured list due to back stiffness and an infection, respectively. The team is still looking to add a right-handed bat before Opening Day, with options including Pablo Reyes and Oswald Peraza.
As the Yankees finalize their roster, the future of Dom Smith with the team remains uncertain, with the Yankees having until Tuesday to decide whether to carry him on their roster. With several key players on the injured list, the team will be looking to their new additions to make an impact on the field.