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Yankees face concerns with top bullpen arm

The New York Yankees dropped a disappointing contest against the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night, picking up their second loss of the 2023 season. The lineup manager Aaron Boone walked out was undoubtedly questionable, hosting both Aaron Hicks and Isiah Kiner-Falefa in the outfield, which certainly doesn’t suggest much offensive production.

The Yankees have more than enough firepower within their ranks to overcome a four-run scoreline, but they received very little for the bottom of their order. However, the bullpen also struggled to a degree, notably their star from 2022, Michael King.

The Yankees are hoping Michael King can work through some issues:

The 27-year-old relief pitcher is coming off Tommy John surgery after posting a 2.