Prior to the start of their three-game series against the Dodgers in Los Angeles, Yankees manager Aaron Boone gave updates on a few players who are making their way back to the team…
Luis Gil’s first bullpen session
Boone gave an encouraging update on 2024 AL Rookie of the Year, Luis Gil on Friday. The young right-hander threw a 15-pitch bullpen at Dodger Stadium and everything went well, according to the Yankees skipper.
It’s the first time Gil has thrown off a mound since late February when he suffered a right lat strain during spring training.
Gil’s return would boost the Yankees rotation which has weathered the season-ending injury to ace Gerrit Cole. Last season, the 26-year-old went 16-8 while pitching to a 3.55 ERA and 1.23 WHIP. Once Gil returns, the Yankees will have to decide whether they will go with a six-man rotation or put Ryan Yarbrough back into the bullpen as the team’s long reliever.
Rehab plan for Jazz Chisholm Jr.
Chisholm Jr. is currently playing third base with the Somerset Patriots and Boone wants his infielder to play another minor league game on Saturday while starting at DH on Sunday. Boone said Jazz could return as soon as Tuesday, where he’ll play third base when he does.
Fernando Cruz update
Cruz (shoulder) will throw a live BP on Saturday and if that goes well, he’ll likely be activated when he’s eligible next week.
Cruz has been one of the Yankees’ best relievers this season. He pitched to a 2.66 ERA and a 0.97 WHIP in his 21 appearances and has saved two games. He’s struck out 35 batters in only 23.2 innings pitched this season.
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