Yankees' Back-End Rotation in Jeopardy as Top Talent Returns. With the highly anticipated returns of ace starter Gerrit Cole, who is nearing a comeback from injury, and lefty ace Carlos Rodón, the New York Yankees' back-end rotation is facing an uncertain future. As Rodón gets back into the fold and Cole prepares to join him, several starting pitchers are struggling to find consistency, leaving manager Aaron Boone with a tough decision to make. Will the Yankees opt to send some of these underperforming starters to the minor leagues or will they stick with the current roster, potentially disrupting the team's chemistry.
That is the harsh reality facing the Yankees’ back-end starters with Carlos Rodón back and Gerrit Cole nearing a return.
