Carlos Rodón's much-anticipated return to the mound has gotten off to a rocky start. The left-handed ace, who shone as an All-Star with the Yankees in 2025, has struggled in his first two outings since undergoing elbow surgery. Rodón's performances have raised concerns about his ability to regain his pre-injury form, leaving fans and analysts wondering if he's still the dominant force he once was. As the Yankees look to make a deep playoff push, Rodón's resurgence is crucial - but his current trajectory suggests a long road ahead to recovery.
Through his first two outings since returning from elbow surgery, Carlos Rodón hasn’t looked like the All-Star he was in 2025 with the Yankees.
