The Yankees’ Rotation Gets a Boost with the Addition of Marcus Stroman
The New York Yankees have made a major move to strengthen their starting rotation. And it comes in the form of none other than Marcus Stroman. The right-handed pitcher, who was acquired from the Toronto Blue Jays in a trade deadline deal, seems to have found a new level of performance since joining the Bronx Bombers.
Stroman, who has been known for his fiery personality and competitive spirit, has always been a solid pitcher. But since donning the pinstripes, he has taken his game to a whole new level. In his first few starts with the Yankees, Stroman has been nothing short of dominant, giving up just two runs in 18 innings pitched.
This improvement in Stroman’s performance has not gone unnoticed by his new teammates and coaches. Yankees’ manager Aaron Boone has been impressed with Stroman’s ability to mix up his pitches and keep hitters off balance. And his fellow pitchers have also taken notice, with ace Gerrit Cole praising Stroman’s work ethic and determination.
But it’s not just on the field where Stroman has made an impact. He has also brought a positive energy and winning mentality to the Yankees’ clubhouse. His passion for the game and desire to win has been contagious, and it’s clear that he has quickly become a valuable member of the team.
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The Yankees Have a New and Improved Marcus Stroman in Their Rotation
The New York Yankees have found a new and improved Marcus Stroman in their rotation. The right-hander delivered a strong performance on Friday night, holding the St. Louis Cardinals to just two runs despite giving up nine hits. He also struck out five batters and did not walk anyone in the Yankees’ 6-3 victory.
This marks the fourth consecutive start in which Stroman has held his opponents to three or fewer runs, resulting in an impressive 2.35 ERA since the Yankees moved him back in the rotation earlier this month and made adjustments to his mechanics.
“I feel great,” Stroman said after the game. “Just looking forward to taking this into my next start and carrying it through the rest of the season as we get into the nitty gritty.”
One of Stroman’s biggest struggles this year has been his inability to pitch deep into games. However, on Friday, he pitched into the seventh inning for the first time since June 22 and completed a full seven innings for the first time since May 31. This is a significant improvement from his previous four starts, where he failed to pitch past the fifth inning.
So, what has changed for Stroman?
“The stuff is a little crisper,” Yankees manager Aaron Boone noted. “Whether it’s a mile per hour on the heater, I don’t know. But it feels a little sharper watching from the side. His misses are in line when he’s going well, and his command is improving.”
Stroman himself credits the control of his sinker for his success on Friday night, particularly in the later innings. However, he also attributes his recent success to various factors, including his work in the weight room and adjustments to his mechanics.
As the Yankees continue their push towards the playoffs, having a strong and improved Stroman in their rotation will be crucial. And based on his recent performances, it seems like he is ready to deliver.
