Yankees' Luis Gil Out for at Least 3 Months Due to Lat Strain

The reigning AL Rookie of the Year faces a lengthy recovery, while Giancarlo Stanton and DJ LeMahieu also deal with injuries.

Luis Gil, the Yankees' 2024 AL Rookie of the Year, has been diagnosed with a high-grade lat strain confirmed by a second MRI, sidelining him for at least three months.
Gil will not throw for six weeks and will need a gradual recovery process, including a throwing program, bullpen sessions, and rehab games before returning to the rotation.
Giancarlo Stanton, dealing with chronic elbow pain, has received a second round of platelet-rich plasma injections but remains out indefinitely, with surgery being considered a last resort.
DJ LeMahieu suffered a calf strain during spring training and is expected to miss several weeks, further complicating the Yankees' early-season plans.
The Yankees will rely on their pitching depth, including Marcus Stroman and other rotation options, as they navigate the absence of key players.