Key Yankees pitcher, Devin Williams, experiences an encouraging injury development as his struggles persist.
The Yankee Wrecking Crew is tearing it up offensively in 2025, but their pitching – particularly the bullpen – is a major issue. Devin Williams' struggles forced manager Aaron Boone to promote Luke Weaver to the closing role. However, it looks like the Yankees are about to get a boost with the potential return of long-time reliever Jonathan Loaisiga.
Loaisiga, a Yankee stalwart, is in his eighth year in Major League Baseball and has spent his entire career with the Bronx Bombers. In 2024, he underwent UCL surgery and missed the rest of the season. But things are looking up, as the team's social media page revealed that his rehab assignment is moving from Single-A to Triple-A.
This move indicates that the team believes Loaisiga doesn't need as much warm-up time before returning to the roster. His rehab assignment, scheduled for later this week, could see him back in the game in late May or early June. Teams tend to be cautious when bringing pitchers back from UCL injuries, given the risk of re-injury and the potential end of a pitcher's career. But Boone won't be too eager to bring Loaisiga back too soon – he'll want to make sure he's fully healed.
Williams' struggles in the closer role and Loaisiga's return could solve a lot of problems for the Yankees' bullpen. While he won't be the closer upon his return, having Loaisiga back will certainly boost the bullpen – a group of talented relievers who are currently facing difficulties.
The Yankees are sitting pretty atop the American League East, but they've got a way to go before they reach their ultimate goal – the World Series.
As for Loaisiga, his return could mark a return to dominance for the Yankees' bullpen. It's uncertain if he'll be able to get back to his best form after his injury, but if he can, he'll be a valuable addition to the team.
Some sources suggest he could be back as early as May 20, 2025, but a more cautious estimate is late May to early June.
At the end of the day, the Yankees are in a good position, but they've got work to do. The return of Loaisiga, if things go well, could be a significant step forward. Let's hope he can help the teamdominant once again.
- The Yankees' bullpen, facing difficulties, could find relief with the return of long-time reliever Jonathan Loaisiga.
- Luke Weaver, promoted due to Devin Williams' struggles, will not lose his closing role with Loaisiga's potential return.
- Jonthan Loaisiga, a Yankees stalwart, is moving his rehab assignment from Single-A to Triple-A, indicating a potential return to the roster in late May or early June.
- Major League Baseball (MLB) teams are usually cautious when bringing pitchers back from UCL injuries, given the risk of re-injury and the potential end of a pitcher's career.
- If Loaisiga can return to his best form after his injury, he'll be a valuable addition to the Yankees, potentially boosting their chances of reaching the World Series.
