BREAKING: Yankees Release Veteran RHP Marcus Stroman Amid Trade Deadline Shakeup

The New York Yankees made a bold roster move on Friday, August 1, 2025, officially releasing veteran right-hander Marcus Stroman, just hours after concluding their activity at the 2025 MLB Trade Deadline.

At 34 years old, Stroman struggled through a disappointing stretch this season, posting a 6.23 ERA over nine starts and 39 innings pitched, after returning from more than two months on the injured list due to left knee inflammation. Since joining the Yankees in early 2024 on a two-year, $37 million deal (with a conditional $18 million player option for 2026), he logged a combined 13–11 record and 4.69 ERA across 39 appearances.

With the trade deadline in the rear-view, the Yankees also added three high-impact relievers: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, and Jake Bird, plus infielder/outfielder José Caballero, who leads the American League in stolen bases. To make room on the 26-man roster, the Yankees optioned Yerry De los Santos and Ian Hamilton to Triple‑A before releasing Stroman.

This move is part of the Yankees’ aggressive deadline strategy to strengthen their bullpen and inject versatility into the roster. With Luis Gil nearing readiness for a Sunday return from a lat injury, New York shifted focus to younger arms like rookie Cam Schlittler, opting for upside over veteran presence in the rotation.

Despite Stroman’s All‑Star pedigree (2019 and 2023) and career 3.79 ERA, the Yankees determined that his recent performances and health history didn’t align with their postseason push. With over $5 million still owed on his contract this season, the club opted to absorb the cost rather than continue with a higher-risk veteran.

As a result, the Yankees conclude Stroman’s tenure in pinstripes—freeing a valuable opportunity for emerging talent while signaling a clear commitment to retooling around a deeper bullpen core for the stretch run.

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