After a pivotal Game 4 showdown 186 days ago, the Yankees are hosting the Royals in a three-game series, with each team featuring seasoned pitchers. Seth Lugo, having transformed from a reliever to an effective starter, achieved All-Star recognition in 2024 but has struggled early in 2025. His extensive pitching repertoire—including 10 different pitches—helps him navigate matchups, particularly against left-handed batters. Opposing him, Carlos Carrasco seeks to manage a struggling Royals lineup with poor offensive statistics, aiming to improve after a rough outing against the Tigers.
Lugo's success story as a former reliever turned starting pitcher culminated in a stellar 2024 season, leading to an All-Star selection and Cy Young runner-up.
Despite his recent struggles in 2025, Lugo's diverse pitching arsenal, featuring ten different pitches, remains a key component of his strategy against opposing batters.
Carrasco aims to exploit the Royals' offensive struggles, particularly targeting their 74 OPS+, and hopes to maintain control after recent issues against the Tigers.
As the Royals visit Yankee Stadium, Lugo's and Carrasco's contrasting performances highlight the pivotal battle between seasoned veterans in the early 2025 season.
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