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Yankees Grapple with Rotation Crisis Following Gerrit Cole's Season-Ending Surgery

The Yankees face mounting challenges with injuries, financial constraints, and limited pitching options as the 2025 MLB season approaches.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 30: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Giancarlo Stanton #27 and Anthony Rizzo 48 of the New York Yankees in action against the Los Angeles Dodgers during Game Five of the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 30, 2024 in New York City. The Dodgers defeated the Yankees 7-6.
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS - APRIL 28: Erick Fedde #20 of the Chicago White Sox celebrates after an out in the eighth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Guaranteed Rate Field on April 28, 2024 in Chicago, Illinois.
MIAMI, FLORIDA - APRIL 04: Sandy Alcantara #22 of the Miami Marlins delivers a pitch against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning at loanDepot park on April 04, 2023 in Miami, Florida.
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Overview

  • Ace pitcher Gerrit Cole will miss the entire 2025 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery, leaving a significant gap in the Yankees' rotation.
  • General Manager Brian Cashman has cited luxury tax concerns and limited appealing options as reasons for not pursuing external pitching additions at this stage.
  • The Yankees are reportedly considering trade targets like Sandy Alcántara and Dylan Cease, but steep prospect costs and market competition make such moves uncertain.
  • The current rotation, led by Max Fried and Carlos Rodón, includes unproven or injury-prone arms, raising doubts about its ability to sustain performance through the season.
  • Fans and analysts alike are questioning the team's preparedness and management decisions, with calls for a more proactive approach to address roster weaknesses.