New York Yankees free agent signing Carlos Rodon will begin the 2023 season on the injured list with a left forearm strain.
Carlos Rodon will begin the season on the IL with a left forearm strain, Brian Cashman said.
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The injury is particularly disappointing for Rodon. He is slated to miss 4-6 weeks. Rodon had been hoping to make a strong impression in his debut season with the Yankees. He signed a six year $162 million dollar deal with the club this past offseason. The left-handed pitcher had spent his career with the Chicago White Sox and San Francisco Giants prior to joining the Yankees. He has been looking forward to the challenge of playing for one of the most storied franchises in the MLB.
Rodon’s absence will be felt by the Yankees. They were hoping to add another reliable arm to their rotation and make an impact right away. With the likes of Gerrit Cole, Luis Severino, and Nestor Cortes already on the roster, the Yankees are hoping to build a formidable rotation that could carry them deep into the postseason.
Despite the setback, the Yankees remain confident in their ability to compete. Manager Aaron Boone has expressed faith in the team’s depth and versatility. He noted that there are several other pitchers on the roster who are capable of stepping up in Rodon’s absence.
Rodon is determined to make a quick recovery and get back on the field as soon as possible. He is slated to miss 4-6 weeks. Rodon has been undergoing treatment and rehab in an effort to get back to full strength, and is hoping to make his debut for the Yankees in the coming weeks.
While the injury is certainly a setback for Rodon and the Yankees, however, it is not a season-ending one. There is plenty of time for Rodon to make an impact and help the Yankees achieve their goals. The team will be monitoring his progress closely, and hoping for a speedy recovery so that they can unleash their new left-handed pitcher on the rest of the league.
The Yankees are seen as the favorites to win a very competitive AL East, however, according to New York sportsbooks. Losing Rodon for the first month should not hinder them too much.
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