As much as we’d like the New York Yankees to have a smooth season that isn’t impacted by injuries, that likely won’t be the case. The Yankees regularly deal with issues in the injury department, but hopefully, new strength and conditioning Director Eric Cressey can turn things around. He’s already reduced the heavy weight lifting that Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton have been participating in over the past few seasons in hopes that it will increase their stamina and longevity.
Currently, the Yankees are taking a few risks at multiple positions, especially with their starting pitching rotation — Brian Cashman has elected to go a cost-efficient route, acquiring players that are coming off significant injuries.