Yankees Release Marcus Stroman, Clearing Rotation Spot for Luis Gil

The New York Yankees have released veteran right-hander Marcus Stroman, making him a free agent and clearing a rotation spot for Luis Gil's impending return. Stroman, 34, compiled a 3-2 record with a 6.23 ERA in nine starts this season, including allowing four runs over five innings in his final outing on Thursday. He had missed 2 1/2 months with left knee inflammation, pitching only 39 innings this year. The Yankees are responsible for the remainder of his $18.5 million salary from his two-year, $37 million contract.