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Yankees Reliever Fernando Cruz Listed Day-to-Day Following Shoulder Discomfort

Manager Aaron Boone confirms imaging showed no structural damage as bullpen regains depth with returning arms.

FIL EPHOTO: May 17, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees relief pitcher Fernando Cruz (63) pitches against the New York Mets during the ninth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images/File Photo
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New York Yankees pitcher Fernando Cruz celebrates after striking out San Diego Padres' Manny Machado during the seventh inning of a baseball game Tuesday, May 6, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II)

Overview

  • Fernando Cruz has been sidelined since Saturday with a shoulder issue and is listed as day-to-day on the Yankees' injury report.
  • Imaging revealed no significant structural concerns, and manager Aaron Boone expressed optimism about Cruz's recovery.
  • Cruz, acquired from the Reds in the offseason, has been a reliable reliever with a 3.27 ERA and 16 strikeouts in 11 appearances this season.
  • The Yankees' bullpen is regaining depth with Jonathan Loaisiga back and Scott Effross progressing in Triple-A, providing options during Cruz's absence.
  • Cruz's history of shoulder issues, including a stint on the injured list in 2023, raises questions about his long-term durability.