Yankees Reliever Loáisiga Sidelined for Remainder of 2025 Season

As of August 29th, 2025, the New York Yankees have received some concerning news regarding their relief pitcher Jonathan Loáisiga. Manager Aaron Boone has confirmed that Loáisiga will not throw another pitch this season and may not return to the team in 2026 either.

Loáisiga, who has an extensive injury history, was recently diagnosed with a right elbow flexor strain after experiencing soreness in his throwing arm. While he will not require surgery at this time, the 30-year-old reliever has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 campaign. This development casts doubt on the Yankees' decision to pick up Loáisiga's $5 million club option for the 2026 season.

In other news, the Yankees have been experimenting with Giancarlo Stanton's defensive positioning. Stanton started in right field during Thursday's game, marking his first time playing the outfield at a venue other than Yankee Stadium or the team's spring training facility. While Boone acknowledged the increased ground Stanton would need to cover, he expressed confidence in the slugger's ability to handle the challenge. Stanton's time in right field may be limited, however, as the team continues to manage the return of their captain, Aaron Judge, from a flexor strain.