Yankees to call up third-ranked prospect for MLB debut Wednesday
The New York Yankees are calling up their third-ranked prospect, 22-year-old right-handed pitcher Elmer Rodriguez, for his MLB debut on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers. Rodriguez, acquired in a trade involving Carlos Narvaez, has posted strong numbers in Triple-A this season with a 1.27 ERA and 20 strikeouts in 21.1 innings. Manager Aaron Boone confirmed the move, which comes as the Yankees aim to address questions about their starting rotation. The team currently leads the AL East with a 19-10 record.
- ▪Elmer Rodriguez will make his MLB debut for the Yankees on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers.
- ▪Rodriguez is ranked as the Yankees' third-best prospect by MLB Pipeline, behind George Lombard Jr. and Carlos Lagrange.
- ▪In four Triple-A starts this season, Rodriguez has a 1.27 ERA, 0.89 WHIP, and 20 strikeouts in 21.1 innings.
- ▪Originally drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2021, Rodriguez was acquired by the Yankees in a trade for Carlos Narvaez.
- ▪The Yankees enter the week leading the AL East with a 19-10 record.
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