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Yankees welcome back key starting pitcher amid mini-slump
TL;DR
The New York Yankees are experiencing a mini-slump, losing three of their last four games. They remain competitive in the AL East, closely trailing the Tampa Bay Rays for the best record in the American League.
Key points
- Yankees have lost three of their last four games
- Yankees are competing with the Rays for the AL's best record
- Athletics are 4.5 games behind the Yankees and Rays
New York YankeesTampa Bay RaysMilwaukee BrewersAthletics
As the MLB season passes the quarter pole, the New York Yankees are in great position.
The Bronx Bombers are running neck and neck with the division-rival Tampa Bay Rays for the American Leagueās best record. The leagueās next-best team, the Athletics, are 4.5 games back of the AL East duo.
Unfortunately, though, the Yankees have hit a rough patch. After Saturdayās extra-inning loss to the Milwaukee Brewers, New York has dropped three of its last four games.
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So itās an opportune time for a shot in the arm. That comes in the form of starting pitcher Carlos Rodon, who returns to action on Sunday in the series finale against the Brewers. Rodon underwent arthroscopic surgery on his left elbow in October.
āI know I can still do thisā
āIām going to go out there and compete,ā RodĆ³n said, per MLB.com. āIām not really hanging my hat on seeing if I can still do this. I know I can still do this.ā
Rodon led the American League with 33 starts in 2025. He went 18-9 with a 3.05 ERA and 203 strikeouts in 195 1/3 innings. Rodon finished sixth in AL Cy Young voting. He made two postseason starts, but they didnāt go well. He turned in a 9.72 ERA in 8 1/3 total innings.
Q&A
What is the current performance of the New York Yankees?
The New York Yankees have lost three of their last four games, indicating a mini-slump.
How do the Yankees rank in the American League standings?
The Yankees are currently neck and neck with the Tampa Bay Rays for the best record in the American League.
Which team is the Yankees' main division rival?
The Yankees' main division rival is the Tampa Bay Rays.
