The New York Yankees’ annual flurry of injuries is back in full swing; this time, it’s affecting mainly the pitching staff. Outside of the Giancarlo Stanton con

Yankees right-hander Luis Gil felt some shoulder tightness during a bullpen session and is heading for an MRI. Manager Aaron Boone relayed the information to reporters, including Greg Joyce of the New York Post.

With Luis Gil being shut down because of arm discomfort, Stroman, who was a trade candidate all winter, could end up becoming a bigger part of the Yankees plan.

According to MLB insider Jon Heyman, the New York Yankees are eyeing a 37-year-old former Boston Red Sox and New York Mets slugger to fill in at DH.

With the uncertainty surrounding Giancarlo Stanton after he left Spring Training and was sent back to New York for further medical exams due to issues with both elbows, the Yankees seem to be exploring options to replace the veteran slugger in case he can't recover in time for the start of the 2025 MLB season.