Yankees news: Wells, Rodríguez return in roster shake-up

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1. 1h ago

   Yankees update roster with Wells and Rodriguez

   Catcher Austin Wells is back from the injured list for Sunday's game against the Reds. Pitcher Elmer Rodriguez returned to provide the starting rotation more rest. J.C. Escarra was optioned to accommodate these changes.

   What's confirmed:

   • The Yankees activated catcher Austin Wells from the injured list for Sunday's game against the Reds.
   • Pitcher Elmer Rodriguez was recalled to give starting pitchers an extra day of rest.
   • Catcher J.C. Escarra was optioned to make room for these moves.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • J.C. Escarra returned to the roster without playing any games in Scranton.
   • Gerrit Cole feels "good".
   confidence 90%
2. 9d ago

   Yankees activate Austin Wells and recall Elmer Rodriguez

   The Yankees activated catcher Austin Wells from the injured list for Sunday's game against the Reds. Pitcher Elmer Rodriguez was recalled to give starting pitchers an extra day of rest. Catcher J.C. Escarra was optioned to make room for the moves.

   What's confirmed:

   • Catcher Austin Wells was activated from the injured list for a Sunday return.
   • Pitcher Elmer Rodriguez was recalled to the roster.
   • The Yankees optioned J.C. Escarra.
   • The recall of Rodriguez provides starting pitchers an extra day of rest.

   Still unconfirmed:

   • Austin Wells missed time due to cervical headaches.
   • Austin Wells had a .166 batting average and .533 OPS before his injury.
   • Elmer Rodriguez will make a spot start in place of Gerrit Cole.
   • Gerrit Cole feels good as the rotation is pushed back one day.
   confidence 90%