The New York Yankees prioritized resigning Aaron Judge this past off-season, but also made a significant six-year, $162 million acquisition in the form of Carlos Rodon.
In contrast, their interest in retaining former starting pitcher Jameson Taillon was minimal, who subsequently signed a four-year, $68 million deal with the Chicago Cubs. At 31, Taillon has encountered some struggles this season.
Despite boasting a 6.05 ERA across 77.1 innings this season, following a previous year’s 3.91 ERA with the Yankees, Taillon demonstrated his potential during a July 7 encounter against the Bombers. Here, he arguably gave his best performance of the year, pitching eight innings, allowing only one hit, walking two batters, and striking out four.