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New York Post
3 days ago
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- New York Post
Luis Gil's bounce-back outing gave Yankees the positive sign they needed
Access the Yankees beat like never before Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Greg Joyce about the inside buzz on the Yankees. Try it free The cadre of Yankees trade deadline acquisitions might still be finding their footing, but all was right with at least one reinforcement Saturday. Luis Gil looked far more like the 2024 AL Rookie of the Year on Old-Timers' Day in The Bronx than he did last week in a shaky season debut and return from injury. Gil lasted 5 ¹/₃ innings of a sorely-needed 5-4 win against Houston, giving up two runs on six hits and striking out seven in a badly needed performance from the righty. 'I believe so,' Gil said through an interpreter, when asked if he felt close to last season's form. 'More importantly, even if you get to a level like that, you want to keep improving, especially getting better in the strike zone. That's always a focus.' Yankees pitcher Luis Gil (81) gets out of the fifth inning against the Houston Astros on Saturday, August 9, 2025 at Yankee Stadium. Robert Sabo for NY Post The Yankees, who have weathered injury issues in their rotation all year, are in dire need of Gil's return from a high grade lat strain being a successful one. He struggled through 3 ¹/₃ innings last week against the Marlins, but the second time around was a major step in the right direction. After Jeremy Peña led off the game with a home run, the Astros had just one base runner through their next nine batters, with Gil striking out the side in the third inning in a high point of the day. CHECK OUT THE LATEST MLB STANDINGS AND YANKEES STATS While the second run he gave up was scored as earned, it did come with a bit of an asterisk; as Jesús Sánchez hit one off the wall that Giancarlo Stanton misplayed in right field, turning a single into a double. Taking the extra base ultimately allowed Sánchez to score on Carlos Correa's single, as he just barely beat Stanton's throw from right. Luis Gil throws to the Houston Astros in the first inning at Yankee Stadium in The Bronx. JASON SZENES/ NY POST Gil hit some trouble in the fifth, putting two on with two out, but got out of it by striking out Sánchez. 'Even in the first inning, I felt he was searching to find it a little bit,' manager Aaron Boone said. 'Then I thought he came out in the second inning and had his best inning. Was in the strike zone, found some rhythm, flirted with a few three-ball counts but for the most part was able to win those. I thought he had a presence with everything.' Just as important, Gil topped out at 98.4 mph on his fastball and induced 15 swings and misses, both strong numbers. He stayed on top of hitters throughout, finishing with 91 pitches, which Boone said was his limit. That is not only what the Yankees needed to help stop their spiral, it was just the kind of start that Gil needed after his lackluster debut. If it is a sign of things to come, then it is one of the only positive signs the Yankees have had in weeks.
New York Post
3 days ago
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- New York Post
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Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The Yankees continue their series against the Astros in what could be an American League postseason preview. Second-year starter Luis Gil will take the mound for the Bombers for his second outing of the 2025 season. Houston will counter with star southpaw Framber Valdez, who has struggled against the Yankees in recent years. BetMGM bonus code POSTBET for Yankees vs. Astros on Saturday BetMGM bonus code POSTBET is allowing customers to get their first bet back in bonus bets if their first bet doesn't win, up to $1,500. BetMGM Sportsbook is legal in the following states: Arizona, Colorado, Washington D.C., Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia and Wyoming. How to sign up at BetMGM Sportsbook Select your bonus offer. Choose your state. Fill out your login details. Enter the promo code POSTBET. Make a deposit. What our Post expert thinks about Yankees vs. Astros on Saturday In four career regular-season starts, Valdez has a 6.50 ERA against the Yankees, which is a surprising number for a pitcher with a 3.24 career ERA. Valdez has had a tough time with Giancarlo Stanton, in particular. Stanton has five hits in 11 career at-bats against Valdez with a double and a home run. It might be a good idea to target the slugger, who may see some time in the outfield Saturday. 21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. AZ, CO, DC, IA, IL, IN, LA, KS, KY, MA, MD, MI, NC, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY. Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA). Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800-BETS-OFF (IA). Participant must complete the Wagering Requirements. Bonus Bets Expire in 7 Days. US Promotional Offers Not Available in MS, NY, ON, or PR. Visit for Terms & Conditions. Why Trust New York Post Betting Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. He's particularly knowledgeable about the big three — MLB, the NFL and the NBA.
Winnipeg Free Press
3 days ago
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Houston Astros and New York Yankees play in game 2 of series
Houston Astros (65-51, first in the AL West) vs. New York Yankees (61-55, third in the AL East) New York; Saturday, 2:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Astros: Framber Valdez (11-5, 2.83 ERA, 1.12 WHIP, 144 strikeouts); Yankees: Luis Gil (0-1, 13.50 ERA, 2.70 WHIP, three strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Astros -123, Yankees +103; over/under is 8 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Houston Astros meet the New York Yankees leading the series 1-0. New York has a 34-23 record in home games and a 61-55 record overall. The Yankees have hit 182 total home runs to lead MLB. Houston has a 65-51 record overall and a 30-27 record on the road. The Astros are 20-11 in games decided by one run. The matchup Saturday is the second time these teams meet this season. TOP PERFORMERS: Anthony Volpe has 24 doubles, four triples, 17 home runs and 62 RBIs for the Yankees. Giancarlo Stanton is 8 for 33 with three home runs over the last 10 games. Jose Altuve has 18 doubles, a triple and 20 home runs for the Astros. Yainer Diaz is 13 for 39 with two doubles and three home runs over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Yankees: 4-6, .210 batting average, 4.54 ERA, outscored by seven runs Astros: 5-5, .272 batting average, 3.38 ERA, outscored opponents by 10 runs INJURIES: Yankees: Austin Slater: 10-Day IL (hamstring), Jonathan Loaisiga: 15-Day IL (back), Clarke Schmidt: 60-Day IL (forearm), Fernando Cruz: 15-Day IL (oblique), Ryan Yarbrough: 15-Day IL (oblique), Oswaldo Cabrera: 60-Day IL (ankle), Jake Cousins: 60-Day IL (elbow), Gerrit Cole: 60-Day IL (elbow) Astros: Isaac Paredes: 60-Day IL (hamstring), Brendan Rodgers: 60-Day IL (oblique), Pedro Leon: 60-Day IL (knee), Brandon Walter: 15-Day IL (elbow), Lance McCullers: 15-Day IL (finger), Jake Meyers: 10-Day IL (calf), Zach Dezenzo: 60-Day IL (hand), Yordan Alvarez: 60-Day IL (hand), Shawn Dubin: 15-Day IL (forearm), Ronel Blanco: 60-Day IL (elbow), Hayden Wesneski: 60-Day IL (elbow), Luis Garcia: 60-Day IL (elbow), Cristian Javier: 60-Day IL (elbow), J.P. France: 60-Day IL (shoulder) ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Yahoo
05-08-2025
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Yankees Reveal Luis Gil Update Ahead of Trade Deadline
Yankees Reveal Luis Gil Update Ahead of Trade Deadline originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Regardless of whatever final moves the New York Yankees make before the trade deadline, at least we know the starting rotation is guaranteed to look different in August. Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed on Thursday that reigning AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil will make his long-awaited season debut against the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Gil, who turned 27 in June, suffered a high-grade lat strain in spring training. It is unclear if Gil will work on a strict pitch count against the Marlins. He struck out seven and allowed a solo home run in his final rehab start at Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre on Tuesday night. Gil went 15-7 with a 3.50 ERA in 151 2/3 innings last season, becoming the first Yankee since Aaron Judge (2017) to win AL Rookie of the Year. He would have likely opened as the Yankees' No. 3 or No. 4 pitcher had he not gone down in spring training. Boone said that Cam Schlittler is expected to start on Saturday. Schlittler, a 24-year-old who debuted earlier this month, owns a 15-9 K-BB ratio and a 4.91 ERA in his first 14 2/3 innings. Although Boone acknowledged that Schlittler could move to the bullpen, he added that those conversations haven't happened yet. 'We'll see where the dust settles today with everything,' Boone told reporters. The Yankees entered Thursday at 59-49 and trail the Toronto Blue Jays by four games in the AL East. However, the Yankees hold a one-game lead over the rival Boston Red Sox for the AL's top Wild Card spot. This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 31, 2025, where it first appeared.
Newsweek
04-08-2025
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- Newsweek
Yankees' Aaron Boone Gives Blunt Assessment Of Luis Gil's 'Inconsistent' Debut
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Luis Gil made his season debut for the Yankees on Sunday. He had been on the injured list with a lat strain all season. Gil's debut did not go too well. He gave up five earned runs in 3 1/3 innings of work, capping off what was an embarrassing weekend for the Yankees. Gil was the American League Rookie of the Year last year, but Aaron Boone did not hold back when discussing what went wrong with Gil's return. NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: Luis Gil #81 of the New York Yankees hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone #17 during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium on September... NEW YORK, NY - SEPTEMBER 08: Luis Gil #81 of the New York Yankees hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone #17 during a game against the Toronto Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium on September 8, 2021 in New York City. More"Obviously, a struggle," Boone said of Gil's outing, per the New York Post's Dave Blezow. "Just no real command today. I thought he started to maybe get a little bit of rhythm there in the third (which he ended with two strikeouts), but then that kind of went away. "He flashed some of his stuff," Boone continued. "I thought he did some good things down in the zone, especially with some of their lefties. But just, you know, [he was] too inconsistent with the strike throwing." The Yankees need to start playing better baseball quickly if they want to make the postseason. Gil threw 77 pitches, only 44 for strikes. He walked four batters and struck out just three. He did note what few positives there may have been. "I felt really, really good, and that's what's important," Gil said through an interpreter, per Blezow. "If you've got to take something positive from an outing, today health was big, coming back being healthy. But also the movement of the pitches was there." Gil was supposed to come back and be another reliable arm next to Max Fried and Carlos Rodón. He can still turn things around in his next start and help the Yankees turn things around. However, if he cannot be a positive force, the Yankees may have a problem. More MLB: Yankees' Cody Bellinger Predicted to Ditch Bronx for Multi-Year Deal With NL West Squad
