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Yankees Set Plan for Ryan Yarbrough’s Return as Bullpen Arm

Boone signaled the left-hander will return in a multi-inning relief role following a clean rehab finish.

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New York Yankees pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) throws against the Boston Red Sox during the first inning of a baseball game, Saturday, June 7, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Jun 18, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Ryan Yarbrough (33) delivers a pitch during the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images.

Overview

  • YES Network reported Yarbrough completed his third Triple-A rehab start Tuesday with no discomfort, throwing 4 2/3 innings and 63 pitches for Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
  • Aaron Boone told reporters the Yankees will use Yarbrough out of the bullpen rather than in the rotation, with Luis Gil, Will Warren and Cam Schlittler staying as starters.
  • The team has not announced an activation date, and his return could align with roster expansion on September 1 after he gets sufficient rest.
  • Yarbrough offers a needed left-handed multi-inning option, as New York lacks a second lefty reliever to pair with Tim Hill while Brent Headrick remains on the injured list.
  • Before the oblique injury, the swingman posted a 3-1 record with a 3.90 ERA and 1.17 WHIP overall, including a 3.83 ERA across eight starts this season.