The New York Yankees are dealing with injuries at some key positions, which could lead to big changes before Opening

This was a week ago at LECOM Park in Bradenton where the Yankees were in the process of dismantling a seemingly overmatched Pirates team, 12-3, and a couple of scouts were discussing the 2025

NORTH PORT, Fla. — Just over a week into the automated ball-strike system (ABS) experiment, Aaron Boone is not a fan.

The New York Yankees got some bad news on Monday before their spring training game against the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Speaking to reporters Monday, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone indicated that Giancarlo Stanton's departure from camp was not due to his elbow injuries.

The Yankees were able to make key trades for outfielder Cody Bellinger and closer Devin Williams. The Yankees also acquired first baseman Paul Goldschmidt and pitcher Max Fried to the active roster. Additionally, the front office picked up numerous players to the bullpen and lineup via free agency and trade to strengthen the depth of the roster.

Yankees right-hander Luis Gil will start the season on the injured list because of a high-grade lat strain in his pitching shoulder that will prevent him from throwing for at least six weeks.

The Yankees might have something special brewing in their minor league system, and his name is George Lombard Jr. The 19-year-old infield prospect has been

Despite the long layoff, Gil managed to take the ball 29 times and toss 151 2/3 innings for the Yankees last year, plus two more postseason starts. He finished the regular season with a 3.50 earned run average and 26.

The New York Yankees will host the Pittsburgh Pirates Monday evening in Grapefruit League Spring Training baseball. First pitch is set for 6:35 p.m. ET, Max Fried will be on the mound for New York. HOW TO WATCH: Fans can watch the game locally on YES Network, and can stream it on fuboTV (free trial). Time: 6:35 p.m. ET

In an interview with the YES Network during Monday’s Spring Training contest against the Pittsburgh Pirates, manager Aaron Boone provided some insight on what could be in store for the infield.