The New York Yankees made their way to the exit door with red faces after getting knocked out by Houston Astros in ALCS last season. Owing to a wonderful run in the postseason, the fans expected the Yankees to cross the finish line this time around and break the 13-year-old jinx. However, a few injury concerns and poor performance led to the Bombers\’ ouster in the ALCS. Since then, the Yanks front office made a stern promise to the fans to make the right moves in the upcoming off-season.
Yankees started out their off-season by retaining Aaron Judge for a nine-year contract worth $360 million. Aaron\’s retention prompted first baseman Anthony Rizzo to sign the extension deal. Meanwhile, the Yankees have made one exceptional move in the off-season which can make or break the season for them. No prizes for guessing; it\’s left-hand pitcher Carlos Rodon.
Carlos Rodon Elevates Yankees Chances Of A World Series Title
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During the off-season, the Yankees asserted they would devote their entire focus in building a solid pitching rotation. Hence, they went out on a hunt for a strong arm who could possess the ability to assist Gerrit Cole as a second starter. Further, the Yanks found a perfect man in Carlos Rodon. Originally signed with the Giants on a two-year deal, Rodon opted out of the season year and entered the free agent market.
While pitching for the Giants, Rodon appeared in his all-time career-high 178 innings and registered a 2.88 ERA. Moreover, the southpaw finished 6th on the NL Cy Young Award list. However, despite a good season, the pitcher opted out of the contract. Meanwhile, for the Yankees, Rodon looked like a perfect fit. He\’s got a robust left arm along with longevity. Hence, he can lead the pitching rotation for the Yanks along with Cole and increase the depth of the rotation. As a result, the Yankees signed Carlos Rodon for a six-year contract worth $162 million.
What To Expect From The Yankees In the 2023 MLB season?
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Undoubtedly, the New York Yankees are facing a lot of pressing issues before the 2023 MLB season opening day. However, that certainly does not mean that the team is anywhere incapable of contesting for the World Series title. The Yanks have a stellar attacking lineup led by their captain Aaron Judge. Moreover, after the induction of pitcher Carlos Rodon, the team has one of the best starting rotations in a long time.
Barring a few injury concerns, the New York Yankees bullpen looks sorted and filled with talents who could step up and perform on any given day. The front office has done an excellent job in the off-season and kept their promise to the fans. Hence, fans can lay big hopes on the Yankees to get their hands on the World Series title this time.
