Overview
- Aaron Boone said Wednesday that Carlos Rodón is slated to start Sunday in Milwaukee, replacing Elmer Rodríguez after the rookie was optioned to Triple-A.
- Boone added Wednesday that Gerrit Cole is a little ways off and likely needs two to three more minor-league starts, with a target of late May or early June.
- Giancarlo Stanton remained on the injured list and has not begun running with a lingering right calf strain, and Jasson Domínguez has been taking his DH at-bats.
- First baseman Ben Rice missed a third straight start Wednesday with a bruised left hand, and Boone said an IL move does not appear necessary.
- Both Rodón and Cole were hit hard in their latest rehab outings, which supports a cautious pace as the Yankees’ rotation leads MLB in ERA and the club keeps winning.