Overview
- An SB Nation Reacts survey on Pinstripe Alley found respondents prefer Luis Gil to remain a starter rather than shift to relief.
- Gil’s profile fuels the debate, with a fastball averaging over 95 mph and a swing-and-miss slider weighed against walk rates of roughly 12.1% in 2024 and 13.5% in an abbreviated 2025.
- The bullpen underperformed in 2025 despite a strong deadline addition of David Bednar, as several relievers delivered disappointing results.
- Rotation context tempers any immediate move, with Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt recovering from Tommy John surgery and Carlos Rodón expected to miss Opening Day after the ALDS exit to Toronto.
- Offseason planning remains fluid, as Empire Sports Media notes the club could consider acquiring another starter, potentially revisiting trade targets, rather than repurposing Gil now.