The Yankees face a key decision for their final rotation spot with veteran Carlos Carrasco and top prospect Will Warren in contention. Insider Jack Curry believes Carrasco will get the nod, citing his strong spring training performance and the strategic benefit of retaining both pitchers for depth.
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With the New York Yankees’ season kicking off in just two weeks, the team still has a crucial decision to make regarding their starting rotation. Injuries have significantly impacted their plans, sidelining star pitcher Gerrit Cole for the season and AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil for the first few months. This leaves the final rotation spot wide open.
The leading contenders for this spot are 38-year-old veteran Carlos Carrasco and top pitching prospect Will Warren. While fans might be excited about Warren’s potential, Yankees insider Jack Curry of the YES Network believes Carrasco will likely secure the spot. Carrasco has been impressive in spring training, posting a 2.45 ERA with 12 strikeouts in 11 innings. Warren has also shown promise, with a 2.87 ERA and 16 strikeouts in 15.2 innings.
Curry argues that starting Carrasco allows the Yankees to retain both pitchers, as Warren can continue developing in Triple-A and be called up when needed. This strategy could help rebuild the depth lost to injuries. Despite Carrasco’s 5.64 ERA last season, his experience and spring performance make him a strong choice. Warren’s early career struggles suggest he may benefit from more seasoning in the minors before taking on a key role in the Yankees’ rotation.
