The New York Yankees enjoyed a splendid Tuesday night with Luis Severino making his season debut, pitching four innings and striking out four batters and allowing just two hits. His anticipated start was the first of a grueling season plagued by injuries and rehab, but he didn’t fail to dominate.
After speculation that Severino could be utilized as an opener, the Yankees tested him with four innings of work. His quality on the mound provides a considerable boost for the starting pitching rotation, especially with playoffs right around the bend. However, the Yankees received very disappointing news in addition to Severino’s fantastic debut.