PT TOMORROW: AL East — How staffs could shift in '16
Sep 6 2015
Given the way Luis Severino (RHP, NYY) has burst onto the scene, he should enter the 2016 season with a spot in the Yankees rotation. The skills (3.70 xERA) don’t exactly match the results, but Severino has likely done enough to buy himself some wiggle room to continue to grow into the role.
With health, Masahiro Tanaka (RHP, NYY) and Michael Pineda (RHP, NYY) likewise should be given the ball every fifth day, and as noted by BaseballHQ starting pitching analyst Stephen Nickrand recently, Nathan Eovaldi (RHP, NYY) seems to be showing signs of figuring things out as well.
The questions then would become: Even with his $25 million salary (and $25 million vesting option for 2017), how much patience will the Yankees have...
Almost!
You’re just a few clicks away from accessing this feature and hundreds more throughout the year that have a singular goal in mind: Winning your league. Subscribe to BaseballHQ.com here!
Already a subscriber? Sign in here
More From PT Tomorrow
Chase Meidroth is about to return to a crowded Sox infield, a look at the Minnesota pen, and more from around the division.
Aug 15 2025 3:10am
Aug 15 2025 3:10am
Fermin seizes starting C role in SD; almost Lawlar time in ARI; youngsters getting a look in COL; bullpen reinforcements coming in LA; RF opportunity for Gilbert in SF
Aug 14 2025 3:05am
Aug 14 2025 3:05am
Paul Goldschmidt's struggles against righties and Austin Wells' offensive struggles have led to an uptick in Ben Rice's playing time. Plus, France is emerging in Toronto, and more.
Aug 13 2025 3:10am
Aug 13 2025 3:10am
With the return of Jake Burger and Evan Carter soon, the Rangers have a major platoon situation brewing.
Aug 12 2025 3:08am
Aug 12 2025 3:08am
Graham Pauley and the plucky Marlins try to keep riding the wave in Miami. Plus: Cacalli in WAS; Profar in ATL; Walker in PHI; SPs at NYM; more.
Aug 11 2025 3:08am
Aug 11 2025 3:08am
