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Yankees Cut Rookie Sensation Carlos Lagrange
20 Mar
Summary
- Rookie pitcher Carlos Lagrange was reassigned to the minors by the Yankees.
- Lagrange showcased impressive velocity, throwing 103 MPH in spring training.
- Manager Aaron Boone acknowledged the difficult decision regarding Lagrange.
The New York Yankees have made a significant roster decision, reassigning promising rookie pitcher Carlos Lagrange to the minors as Opening Day approaches. Lagrange demonstrated remarkable ability during spring training, consistently throwing 103 MPH and finishing with a .66 ERA, accumulating 13 strikeouts in 13.2 innings pitched. His command was also noted, with only four walks. Despite Lagrange's strong showing, the Yankees chose to retain Ryan Weathers, who allowed 16 earned runs in 12.1 innings, citing Weathers' greater major league experience. Manager Aaron Boone called the decision tough, expressing excitement about Lagrange's development and future potential to impact the team. This move comes as the Yankees, and other teams, have shown a willingness to call up players with less minor league experience, citing examples like Cam Schlittler and Trey Yesavage. However, there's also concern this could be an instance of service time manipulation.
