The New York Yankees find themselves facing a familiar crisis as injuries take a toll on their pitching staff. Recently, Ryan Yarbrough was placed on the injured list due to a strained oblique, following Yerry De Los Santos, who is dealing with elbow discomfort. Both players' absences underscore the depth issues the Yankees are experiencing, especially with Gerrit Cole, Luis Gil, and Marcus Stroman already on the shelf. Yarbrough, initially signed as a multi-inning reliever, had to step into a starting role, showcasing the team's desperate need for pitching reinforcements.

With the trade deadline looming in about six weeks, the Yankees may be forced to make moves for relief help. Potential targets identified include Ryan Helsley, Emmanuel Clase, and David Bednar, among others. However, many of these pitchers are on teams that may be reluctant to sell. As the Yankees patch together their roster, the urgency for stability grows, especially with October aspirations at stake.