The New York Yankees are winning games without Marcus Stroman, but the vibes around their pitching staff haven’t exactly matched the team’s spot in the standings. The starting rotation has been solid, with Max Fried and Clarke Schmidt both posting ERAs under 3.
Carlos Rodon has had his ups and downs this season.
Now, with Ryan Yarbrough on the IL, the Yankees are turning to Stroman to help fix things. The 34-year-old has been called to start Sunday’s series finale against the Oakland A’s at Yankee Stadium. However, it seems fans are not happy with the call.
Marcus Stroman will be starting on Sunday against the A’s per Aaron Boone pic.twitter.com/WimXVMKWoh
— Talkin' Yanks (@TalkinYanks) June 28, 2025
Notably, Stroman has been sidelined since April 11 due to left knee inflammation. His return comes after a poor rehab stint in the minors, where he posted a 6.97 ERA over three starts. This included a rough outing this past Tuesday with Double-A Somerset, where he recorded 10 hits and five earned runs in just 3 2/3 innings.
Bronx Fans Nervous Over Marcus Stroman’s Return
While some fans are hopeful that Stroman can give the Yankees rotation a boost despite off outings in the minor leagues, many others are bracing for the worst.
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“2.1 IP 7 hits 4 BB 5 ER loading…,” one fan wrote.
2.1 IP 7 hits 4 BB 5 ER loading…
— Mark Hoover (@MarkHoover71) June 28, 2025
“Please no,” another fan commented.
Please no
— Jeremy Ryan Slate (@JeremyRyanSlate) June 28, 2025
“Oh my God,” one X user replied.
Oh my God
— Your Toxic King (@OhMyWatts) June 28, 2025
“Here comes the “ it’s just baseball “ excuse after Marcus Stroman gives up 3 in the first inning,” another Bronx fan sarcastically posted.
Here comes the “ it’s just baseball “ excuse after he gives up 3 in the first inning
— HudsonExotics_Nyc (@ExoticsOnHudson) June 28, 2025
“Imagine saving up, to take your young kids to the only game they will see for a few years cause tickets are so expensive, as is parking and food, only to find this freaking turkey is pitching? OMG!” one fan trolled.
Imagine saving up, to take your young kids to the only game they will see for a few years cause tickets are so expensive, as is parking and food, only to find this freaking turkey is pitching? OMG!
— Dave Newman (@DaveNewman64) June 28, 2025
“Welp now we cant sweep,” another fan commented.
welp now we cant sweep
— Sam Kremer (@KremersWorld) June 28, 2025
“Oh boy,” one worried fan replied.
Oh boy
— Moneyline Matt (@MileHighMatt12) June 28, 2025
“Guess I need to restock my whiskey cabinet,” another fan wrote.
Guess I need to restock my whiskey cabinet
— Keith D (@Abe42429) June 28, 2025
Before Marcus Stroman’s return, the Yankees will have a chance to seal the series against the Athletics on Saturday. After a brief slump, the Yanks are back to winning ways and will have an upper hand going into Game 2. Aaron Juge and Co. will have a home advantage, boasting a 25-16 record at Yankee Stadium. Meanwhile, the Athletics are 18-24 on the road. The Yanks are ranked fifth in the week 13 MLB power rankings.
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