Around the Empire: Yankees news - 3/15/25
Briefly

As the MLB season approaches, the New York Yankees have faced significant injury challenges. With Gerrit Cole sidelined, Carlos Rodón has been named the Opening Day starter. He hopes to leverage a successful rebound season despite his late selection. Giancarlo Stanton is also struggling with not just a tennis elbow injury, but a chronic calf issue, causing him to miss the start of the season. Meanwhile, the team has high hopes for Will Warren, a promising pitcher who they retained amid trade interest after a difficult debut last year.
Carlos Rodón named Opening Day starting pitcher for Yankees due to injuries; aims to build on a solid rebound season despite being called last minute.
Giancarlo Stanton faces both tennis elbow and chronic calf injury, which will hinder his start to the season but he may return soon.
Yankees retain Will Warren despite trade interest; team is hopeful he can convert his strong spring performance into regular season success.
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