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Loáisiga's Home Run Troubles Highlight Yankees' Relief Shortage

Management maintains confidence in his mechanical adjustments even with additional relievers under consideration before the July 31 deadline

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 29: Jonathan Loaisiga #43 of the New York Yankees in action against the Athletics at Yankee Stadium on June 29, 2025 in New York City. The Yankees defeated the Athletics 12-5.
New York Yankees pitcher Jonathan Loaisiga reacts during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, in New York. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
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Overview

  • Loáisiga surrendered a solo home run to Carson Kelly on July 12, marking his third long ball allowed over his last two outings and pushing his ERA to 5.01 in 23.1 innings
  • The right-hander has given up a career-high seven homers this season after returning from non-Tommy John elbow surgery in May
  • Aaron Boone and pitching coach Matt Blake agree Loáisiga’s raw stuff remains strong but cite a need for finer command and a more varied pitch mix
  • His continued inconsistencies have deepened New York’s thin bullpen, leading Brian Cashman to target multiple relief additions before the trade deadline
  • Analysts debate Loáisiga’s long-term fit under his one-year, $5 million contract with a 2026 team option as roster decisions loom