The New York Yankees have significantly strengthened their pitching rotation by signing two-time All-Star right-handed pitcher Marcus Stroman to a two-year Major League contract.
The contract, which extends through the 2025 season, also includes a conditional player option for the 2026 season. The 32-year-old Stroman, known for his agility and precision on the mound, completed the previous season with a 10-9 record and a 3.95 ERA over 136.2 innings pitched. He gave up 120 hits, 68 runs (60 earned), issued 52 walks, and struck out 119 batters, with one complete game and one shutout among his performances.
The deal between the Yankees and Stroman is reportedly valued at $37 million and includes a vesting option for a third year. If Stroman pitches 140 innings in 2025, he gains control of the option, potentially extending the contract to a total package worth up to $55 million over three years.
A native of Medford, New York, Stroman has a career record of 77-76, with an ERA of 3.65 over 1,303.2 innings pitched. His Major League journey has included stints with the Toronto Blue Jays, New York Mets, and Chicago Cubs, earning him his second career All-Star selection last year with the Cubs.
Stroman’s addition to the Yankees’ roster places him alongside other key figures in the starting rotation, including reigning American League Cy Young winner Gerrit Cole, Carlos Rodón, Nestor Cortes, and Clarke Schmidt. This move is expected to significantly bolster the Yankees’ pitching depth and competitiveness for the upcoming 2024 season.
The Yankees are clearly making strategic moves to enhance their roster as they gear up for what promises to be an exciting and competitive season. Stroman’s signing marks a pivotal addition to their lineup, bringing his wealth of experience and skill to the mound at Yankee Stadium.
