The New York Yankees have released starting pitcher Marcus Stroman, The team announced the move on Friday.
His release comes after the Yankees added relievers David Bednar, Camilo Doval and Jake Bird (in addition to utilityman José Caballero) before Thursday's MLB trade deadline. In his final start for the Yankees, Stroman allowed four runs and six hits with three strikeouts in a 7-4 win over the Tampa Bay Rays. He allowed four runs in each of his past two appearances.
Stroman compiled a 6.23 ERA with a 3-2 record in nine starts for the Yankees this season. He only struck out 26 batters in 39 innings, tying a career-low with an average of six strikeouts per nine innings.
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