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Latest Updates on Yankees Players and Their Possible Returns
May 28th, 9:03pm
Fernando Cruz completed a bullpen session, throwing 20 pitches and described his performance as "surprising." He plans to showcase his pitching live on Saturday. Cruz, a right-handed reliever, is eligible to return to the Yankees on June 3rd after being on the injured list since May 19th. This season, he has appeared 21 times, boasting an ERA of 2.66, a WHIP of 0.97, and 35 strikeouts, making him a vital piece of the bullpen.
Jazz Chisholm Jr. will begin rehab assignments with Double-A Somerset starting Thursday. He has been sidelined since April 30th due to right-side strain. The team is considering deploying him at third base upon his return. Chisholm, 27, played 45 games at third base last season after being traded to New York but has been the regular second baseman this year.
May 26th, 7:41pm
Yankees manager Aaron Boone stated that Jazz Chisholm Jr. is expected to complete full training by Tuesday. If all goes well, rehab assignments could begin later this week. Chisholm has been on the 10-day injury list since May 2nd and holds batting stats of .181/.304/.410 with seven home runs and 17 RBIs in 30 games.
May 16th, 2:57pm
The Yankees activated right-handed reliever Jonathan Loaisiga from the injured list. Left-handed Tyler Madsen was designated for assignment. Clayton Beter, another right-handed pitcher, was also activated and optioned to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. Loaisiga hasn’t pitched in the majors since last season and is working his way back from elbow surgery. He last logged over 17 innings in 2022.
May 10th, 7:47pm
Scott Effross advanced in his rehab, moving from the FCL Yankees to Double-A Somerset. Effross had limited action this season due to a left hamstring strain after joining the Yankees from the Cubs in 2022. The 31-year-old has a career ERA of 2.89 with 82 strikeouts in 77 games. Effross hopes to continue climbing back to the majors soon.
May 7th, 2:42pm
Jonathan Loaisiga was promoted from Single-A Tampa to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre as part of his rehabilitation. Scheduled to pitch in a doubleheader on Wednesday, Loaisiga, who re-signed with the Yankees this offseason, hopes to regain his 2021 form. Injuries have troubled the 30-year-old, with elbow surgery and previous shoulder inflammation limiting his playtime.
May 5th, 5:25pm
Manager Aaron Boone announced that veteran infielder DJ LeMahieu might return during the team’s West Coast swing starting Friday. Jazz Chisholm Jr., meanwhile, remains out at least a month due to an oblique injury. LeMahieu, sidelined since spring training with calf tension, recently received a cortisone shot.
April 29th, 6:25pm
DJ LeMahieu experienced a minor setback while rehabbing his left calf strain, leading to a cortisone injection for his right hip. The injury concerns echoed the same area that placed him on the injured list last September. The Yankees hope he can return to minor league action soon.
April 17th, 5:15pm
LeMahieu is nearing a return to action. Manager Aaron Boone shared that he will be participating in live at-bats soon and aims to begin minor league rehab assignments next week. Meanwhile, Giancarlo Stanton traveled with the team to Tampa after a stint on the injured list, though his next steps remain unclear.
April 14th, 5:02pm
Lewis Gill remains months away from rejoining the rotation but is beginning a major step in his recovery. The young pitcher is expected to start throwing between April 16-17 after being sidelined in early March with a lat strain. Right fielder Cody Bellinger is also out, not due to worsening symptoms, but to receive rest amid a demanding schedule.
April 11th, 11:00pm
Marcus Stroman underwent knee testing after struggling in a recent start against the Giants. The right-hander reported knee discomfort mid-game; X-rays and further tests were conducted. The Yankees hope to get clarity on his status soon. Stroman gave up five runs in that outing.
April 5th, 3:06pm
Clark Schmidt is set to make a rehab start with Double-A Somerset after recovering from rotator cuff tendonitis. He has not pitched since March 11 but recently looked strong in bullpen sessions. If all goes well, he could rejoin the Yankees by mid-April.
April 4th, 3:50pm
Lewis Gill plans to begin throwing within 7-10 days, progressing in his recovery from a lat strain. Jake Cousins is close to returning from a forearm injury, though his spot on the 60-day injured list delays an immediate return. Ian Hamilton is rehabbing in Triple-A and expected back soon, but Scott Effross faces delays in his recovery from a hamstring injury.
March 29th, 10:35am
Ian Hamilton, who started the season on the injured list due to illness, will begin rehab in Triple-A soon. The Yankees hope for his return after April 8th. Hamilton, 29, appeared in 35 games this year with promising pitching stats, and his comeback would boost a strong bullpen that includes Devin Williams and Luke Weaver.
March 19th, 3:27pm
Jr. Mark Leiter threw an 18-pitch bullpen session following minor back issues and says he’s ready for the season. He hasn’t pitched in spring games since March 6 and is being carefully managed.
March 15th, 7:15pm
Jr. Mark Leiter missed a game due to back discomfort but is expected to resume pitching soon. Despite some injuries, he remains a crucial bullpen arm with a 4.98 ERA and 33 strikeouts in 21.2 innings last year.
February 19th, 3:45pm
Giancarlo Stanton’s availability for Opening Day is uncertain due to bilateral elbow tendonitis. Yankees Manager Aaron Boone noted Stanton is behind in his recovery timeline and warned against rushing his return. Stanton hasn’t swung a bat in nearly a month.
February 16th, 2:13pm
Stanton did not participate fully in spring training due to ongoing elbow discomfort. Boone mentioned the injuries resemble "tennis elbow" and emphasized caution. The 35-year-old slugger was a key postseason contributor despite managing pain and has faced ongoing injury challenges since joining the Yankees.
Fan Take:
These injury updates are crucial as they reveal how the Yankees are navigating several key player absences and recoveries, which could shape their bullpen and lineup strength over the season. Fans should be optimistic about the returns of relievers like Fernando Cruz and Jonathan Loaisiga, as bolstering the bullpen is essential for the team’s success in high-stakes games.
