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Will Warren’s Efficient Spring Cements Yankees Rotation Role as Cole, Rodón Near Returns

New York sees his strike-throwing profile as a steadying bridge until injured aces rejoin the staff.

Overview

  • Warren lowered his Grapefruit League ERA to 1.77 through five starts after allowing one run over four-plus innings against the Rays.
  • He is locked into a starting spot to open 2026 following a 33-start 2025 season, with the Yankees valuing his ability to deliver innings with few walks.
  • A shift toward the third-base side of the rubber has sharpened his horizontal approach angles, adding deception that scouts say plays across his arsenal.
  • He has adopted PitchCom to call select pitches under the pitch clock, aiming to keep tempo and conviction in key counts.
  • The right-hander leans on a five-pitch mix highlighted by a whiff-generating sweeper, positioning him to stabilize the rotation as Gerrit Cole ramps up and Carlos Rodón targets an April return.