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Yankees’ exciting pitching prospect could steal starting job from $18 million veteran

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The Yankees may be rethinking their pitching plans heading into the season, with rising prospect Will Warren forcing his way into the conversation. The 24-year-old right-hander has been electric in spring training, racking up strikeouts with ease and showing excellent command of his fastball-slider combination. With Luis Gil sidelined due to injury and Marcus Stroman struggling early on, the Yankees may need to carve out a bigger role for Warren sooner rather than later.

Warren’s Impressive Start

Through two spring training appearances, Warren has showcased everything you’d want from a young pitcher on the rise.