Carlos Rodón is set to face off against the Miami Marlins, presenting him with a less daunting challenge compared to his recent matchups. The Yankees’ left-handed pitcher likely welcomes this opportunity to pitch against a Marlins team that, despite their overall record of 52-55, has made surprising strides in the National League, sitting ahead of the underperforming Atlanta Braves.
Rodón’s recent schedule has been notably tough, having last faced a non-playoff contender during a dominant outing against the Cincinnati Reds, where he threw six scoreless innings at Great American Ballpark. This underscores his impressive ability to handle pressure, especially against teams on the rise like the Reds, who are now four games above .500.
In preparation for the game, the Yankees have bolstered their roster with several new acquisitions. David Bednar, Camilo Doval, and Jake Bird are now part of the active roster, indicating a refreshing depth in the bullpen for tonight’s game. To make room, the club optioned Ian Hamilton and Yerry De los Santos to Triple-A, and released veteran Marcus Stroman, anticipating Luis Gil’s return to the rotation.
José Caballero, acquired for his speed on the bases—leading the American League with 34 stolen bases—won’t start against Miami’s right-hander Janson Junk but is expected to contribute later in the game. His arrival prompted the trade of Oswald Peraza to the Angels.
After a brief resting period, center fielder Trent Grisham returns to lead off the game, taking over for Ben Rice. Austin Wells will resume his catching duties, and Paul Goldschmidt will remain at first base, with Amed Rosario and Austin Slater ready to step in as needed.
Tonight’s game will be held at loanDepot Park in Miami, kicking off at 7:10 p.m. EDT, and available on various broadcasting platforms, including the YES Network and MLB.tv.
As the Yankees aim to turn the tide of their season, tonight’s match offers a good opportunity to build momentum against the Marlins and showcase their new additions in action.