Thanks in great part to Jose Trevino, Gleyber Torres, and the non-Michael King members of the bullpen, the Yankees were able to squeak out an extra-innings win over the Orioles last night, narrowly avoiding a second consecutive series loss. However, that fate could still befall them tonight if they’re not careful, and they’ll need a rookie to step up to help them out.
JP Sears will become the 504th pitcher in Yankees history to start a game, as manager Aaron Boone turns to him tonight. The doubleheader on Sunday forced the Yankees into needing a sixth starter for the second time in just a few weeks, and with Luis Gil unavailable after Tommy John surgery, Sears will get a shot.