Overview
- Rodón, who felt tightness while running this week, said Friday the issue is a “bump in the road” as he plans to throw off a mound Saturday.
- Bryan Hoch reported that a successful session would position the Yankees to start a rehab assignment next.
- Reports indicated the team did not schedule imaging or other tests on the hamstring, which points to a short-term concern.
- The left-hander is returning from October elbow surgery after completing a 50-pitch live batting practice earlier in the week.
- New York’s rotation has started strong, and his eventual return comes after an 18–9 season with a 3.09 ERA in 2025.