The New York Yankees are preparing for the start of the 2024 season, facing off against the Houston Astros on Opening Day. However, injuries to key players such as Gerrit Cole, DJ LeMahieu, and Oswald Peraza have caused some changes to the projected 26-man roster.
Manager Aaron Boone will turn to the best players from spring training and a recent acquisition to bolster the bench depth. In the starting lineup, LeMahieu will be sidelined due to a foot injury, with Berti stepping in at third base after being traded from the Miami Marlins. The everyday starters remain mostly intact.
On the bench, Wells will serve as the backup catcher behind Trevino, with Cabrera ready to play first base and also fill in as an outfielder if needed. With Rortvedt traded to the Tampa Bay Rays, Wells is now the lone backup catcher on the team.
The rotation will see Gil take over as the fifth starter in place of Cole’s injured spot. Cortes will start on Opening Day and hope for a strong performance alongside Rodon. The success of the rotation will determine Gil’s future on the team moving forward.
Weaver will begin his season in the bullpen with Gil joining him in starting rotation duties. Boone is hoping for a successful start to
