Luis Gil Shows Promise in Spring Debut Despite Early Homer

New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil, aiming to re-establish his rotation spot, made a strong spring debut, allowing one earned run on two hits, striking out four, and walking none over 2.2 innings against the Mets. Despite giving up a solo homer to Jared Young in the second, Gil's command was solid, with his fastball in the mid-90s and a sharp changeup. The former 2024 Rookie of the Year, who had a 3.32 ERA but declining strikeout rate in 2025, needs a strong spring to secure his spot.