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Yankees' Staff Edges Boston in Fierce AL East Showdown
15 Feb
Summary
- Yankees rotation boasts Fried, Cole, Rodón, and returning injured arms.
- Red Sox counter with Crochet, Suárez, and Gray; Blue Jays sign Cease.
- Yankees projected to have top AL East rotation, followed closely by Boston and Toronto.
The AL East is gearing up for another intense baseball season, with pitching rotations taking center stage as spring training commences. The New York Yankees have largely maintained their rotation, bolstered by the return of Gerrit Cole alongside Max Fried and Carlos Rodón, with prospects Cam Schlittler, Will Warren, and Luis Gil also vying for spots. Ryan Weathers has been added to help manage innings as key arms recover from injuries.
Across the division, competition is fierce. The Boston Red Sox boast a strong rotation featuring Garrett Crochet, Ranger Suárez, and Sonny Gray, aiming for a postseason berth. The Toronto Blue Jays have acquired Dylan Cease to lead their staff, which also includes Kevin Gausman, Trey Yesavage, and Shane Bieber. The Tampa Bay Rays have potential with Drew Rasmussen and Shane McClanahan, while the Baltimore Orioles' rotation, with Trevor Rogers and Kyle Bradish, faces questions about consistency.
While individual series matchups are unpredictable, the Yankees are expected to hold a slight edge for the top rotation in the AL East over the season, with Toronto closely behind, followed by Tampa Bay and Baltimore. The dynamics of these rotations may shift by the trade deadline as teams assess their needs.
