Yankees Update: Ryan Weathers Begins Throwing Program, Injury Concerns for Grisham

New York Yankees pitcher Ryan Weathers is scheduled to begin a throwing program this weekend after being placed on the 15-day injured list due to a left forearm flexor strain. Manager Aaron Boone indicated that Weathers, who has been sidelined since August 23, is recovering faster than initially expected.

Weathers joined the Yankees from the Marlins in January and has had a solid season, achieving a 3.60 ERA over 25 starts. However, with the current rotation full, he is likely to return in a bullpen role as the regular season concludes. This adjustment comes as the Yankees also deal with the absence of reliever Fernando Cruz, who is managing a partially torn UCL.

In another development, center fielder Trent Grisham left a recent game due to right hamstring discomfort. Grisham has a history of hamstring issues and his potential absence could lead to increased playing time for Spencer Jones in center field as the team prepares for the postseason.