New York’s starting rotation has struggled this season, with all but Max Fried and Carlos Rodon having ERAs of 4.75 or higher, prompting the DFA of Carlos Carrasco after a 5.91 ERA. Minor-league pitcher Allan Winans has emerged as a potential solution, boasting an impressive Triple-A performance with no earned runs over 14 innings, a .196 opponent batting average, and 24 strikeouts. Having previously struggled in the majors, Winans may now be poised to help the Yankees’ rotation if he can replicate his minor-league success at the big league level.
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The Yankees suffered an 8-4 loss to the Blue Jays in a series finale marked by four errors, further complicating their AL East standings. Despite a strong early defense, misplays in critical moments, particularly by Max Fried and Cody Bellinger, allowed Toronto to capitalize, leading to manager Aaron Boone stressing the need for defensive improvement as they prepare for a demanding schedule ahead. Want More Context? 🔎
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