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Yankees Eye Ryan Yarbrough’s Return, Weigh Bullpen Conversion

New York is considering him for multi-inning relief to supply a needed second left-handed option.

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New York Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) throws against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Jun 18, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • After a third rehab start Tuesday with no reported discomfort, Aaron Boone indicated the outing was probably Yarbrough’s last in Triple-A.
  • The Yankees could activate the left-hander in the next few days or wait for Sept. 1 roster expansion to add him without a 26-man move.
  • Boone said the club is discussing deploying Yarbrough out of the bullpen, with a potential debut in that role as soon as Sunday.
  • Using Yarbrough in relief would bolster length and left-on-left coverage behind Tim Hill, with Brent Headrick sidelined and Paul Blackburn serving as the current long man.
  • Yarbrough has delivered a 3.90 ERA (3.78 xERA) over 55.1 innings this season in both roles after signing a one-year deal worth about $2 million.