The New York Yankees announced that they optioned sent left-handed pitcher Brent Headrick to Triple-A Scranton-Wilkes/Barre. The post Yankees Announce Roster Change for 6-Foot-6 Pitcher Before Key Series appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Yankees are World Series contenders again, but they'll need to upgrade their roster at the deadline. Here are three storylines to watch.

Headed to the injured list is right-handed relief pitcher Luke Weaver, who tweaked his hamstring while warming up in the bullpen on Sunday and was unable to pitch. Weaver was diagnosed with a left hamstring strain and is expected to miss four to six weeks of action.

The New York Yankees announced that veteran pitcher Carlos Carrasco had been optioned back to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.

Two decades ago, the Yankees lineup were mostly all villains. Now? This current New York roster lacks any real adversaries.

The Yankees opened Thursday by sending left-hander Brent Headrick back to Triple-A. Headrick allowed home runs in three of his last five appearances, showing little ability to navigate high-leverage moments. His struggles opened the door for Effross, who, despite rust and inconsistent results in the minors, offers upside.

After sending left-handed reliever Brent Headrick down to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Thursday, the New York Post's Joel Sherman has reported that the New

Given his early start in New York, Toronto can only wonder how Yarbrough, a pitcher who was firmly under their control, might have fit.