If one looks closely, pitching has been probably the weakest link in the New York Yankees setup over the last few years. In recent years, they have struggled to put together a quality bullpen, with many of their pitchers suffering from injuries. Furthermore, the Yankees have failed to add the market’s best pitchers, instead going for cheaper options. But this off-season looked different as they signed Carlos Rodon, a second star pitcher to use alongside Gerrit Cole. They also added quality relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle to the mix.

The Bronx Bombers looked good going into the 2023 season, with a much-improved bullpen. But most recently, the Yankees shared an update on one of their star pitchers, confirming that he is injured.

New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon is injured and will be out till April

Yes, you read that right! New York Yankees star pitcher Carlos Rodon is on the injured list. Furthermore, he will start the upcoming season on the IL, due to a left forearm strain. Although there are no clear details on his return date, it has been indicated that it may be in April. Talkin’ Yanks shared the news via Twitter. They also confirmed that Tommy Kahnle and Lou Trivino would start the season on the IL. Notably, Kahnle is suffering from biceps tendinitis.

In the Tweet, Talkin’ Yanks said, “Brian Cashman says Carlos Rodon will start the season on the IL with a left forearm strain, per @BryanHoch. Tommy Kahnle and Lou Trivino will also start the season on the IL”. Rodon made a statement regarding the injury.

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According to MLB.com’s Bryan Hoch, Rodon said, “I’m not here to pitch until the All-Star break. I’m here to pitch well into October. If this was down the stretch, yeah, I would be going for sure. If it’s October 5 or the ALDS, I’m taking the ball.” 

Here is how fans reacted to the news:

There was a general sense of devastation to the news. Some fans said the season is over. Others wondered when the Yankees last had a healthy bullpen.

It’ll be interesting to see how the Bronx Bombers perform without Rodon. Injuries have ravaged the team’s bullpen ahead of the regular season. Furthermore, they will have to find a way to put together a quality rotation of pitchers.

The Yankees are in trouble this Spring Training

Spring Training has been difficult for the New York Yankees so far. They have looked sluggish in games and unlike their 2022 form. Furthermore, the injuries in their bullpen have piled up, weakening their pitching rotation to start the upcoming season.

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Fans will be hoping that their poor form does not carry over into the MLB regular season. What do you think of Carlos Rodon’s injury? Please share your thoughts in the comments below!