Former Yankee Luis Severino didn’t hold back in a group chat with ex-teammates, responding sharply after being teased for not pitching against the Yankees in the 2024 Subway Series opener. “You’re afraid to face us,” someone taunted Severino. His comeback? “I’m not afraid. Right now you only have two hitters.” The jab, though brutal, seems hard to dispute.
New York Post | Dan Martin: The Yankees made pitching a priority in the recent Amateur Draft, selecting pitchers with their first seven picks. Damon Oppenheimer, VP and director of amateur scouting, explained in a Zoom call that the team believes it’s easier to fast-track pitchers to the majors. They ended up choosing 19 collegiate players out of 20 selections, reacting to how the draft unfolded.
The Guardian | David Lengel: “The Yankees’ performance this season has swung between impressive and inept.” This bold opening line succinctly captures the rollercoaster nature of the Yankees’ 2024 campaign. Unexpectedly deep analysis from The Guardian mirrors fan frustrations over ongoing team issues.
MLB Trade Rumors | Darragh McDonald: The Yankees bolstered their pitching depth by signing left-hander Thomas Pannone, who had been performing strongly in the International League for the Chicago Cubs’ affiliate. Pannone ranks 12th in ERA among 29 qualifying pitchers. He joins Scranton-Wilkes Barre, though he’s out of minor league options, posing a call-up dilemma for the Yankees.
CBSSports: J.D. Davis returned from the 10-day Injured List, marking a subtle but noteworthy roster move by the Yankees. With Ben Rice struggling against left-handed pitchers, Davis’s role in the team’s second-half plans becomes a focal point worth monitoring.
