Yankees' Luis Gil sidelined with lat strain, out at least six weeks

The reigning AL Rookie of the Year faces an extended recovery, forcing changes to the Yankees' rotation plans.

Luis Gil, the Yankees' 2024 AL Rookie of the Year, has been diagnosed with a high-grade lat strain in his pitching shoulder.
He will not throw for at least six weeks, with a potential return to the mound unlikely before June, depending on his recovery progress.
Marcus Stroman, initially considered for a trade, is now expected to step into the rotation in Gil's absence.
Gil's injury follows a standout 2024 season, where he posted a 15-7 record with a 3.50 ERA and 171 strikeouts over 151 2/3 innings.
The Yankees face early-season challenges with Gil's injury and Giancarlo Stanton's absence but remain optimistic about their pitching depth.