Yankees pitching coach Matt Blake helped Dennis Santana succeed initially, but Santana's performance declined drastically after his impressive start, leading to his demotion.
Santana's struggles post-May are evident in his 10.97 ERA and 1.022 OPS against in nine games, leading to the Yankees designating him for assignment.
Ron Marinaccio, despite his impressive 2022 rookie success, was demoted early in 2023 due to having options, unlike Santana, who had a limited leash with the Yankees.
Marinaccio demonstrated strong performance in the bullpen, prompting his return over Santana, who faced challenges due to his non-roster invitee status and lack of options.
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