Overview

• Max Fried and Carlos Rodón are locked in for the first two playoff starts, with the Yankees yet to announce the rest of the rotation.
• Analysis across outlets identifies Luis Gil as the frontrunner for the No. 3 role based on results against likely AL opponents and prior postseason reps.
• A Newsday column notes Cam Schlittler is lined up by schedule to be available for a potential Wild Card Game 3 after starting Saturday, highlighting his upper‑90s velocity and strong recent run.
• The No. 4 decision centers on rookies Cam Schlittler and Will Warren, with Schlittler praised for more promising secondary pitches and Warren viewed as volatile behind a dominant fastball.
• Opponent matchups and flexibility loom large, with data showing Warren’s struggles against Boston and Toronto, effectiveness versus Seattle and Cleveland, and both rookies viable for piggyback or bullpen assignments.