JP Sears’ 2025 numbers: G/S: 16/16 | W/L: 5–7 | ERA: 5.44| IP: 81.0 | WHIP: 1.33| K/BB: 50/17

Clarke Schmidt’s 2025 numbers: G/S: 12/12 | W/L: 4–3 | ERA: 2.84| IP: 69.2 | WHIP: 1.06| K/BB: 63/19

The Yankees look to win the series against the A’s.

Luis Gil (High-Grade Lat Strain) faced live hitters in Somerset this past week. He will face live hitters again next week, then a decision about a possible rehab assignment will be made.

Yerry De Los Santos was having trouble extending his elbow during his last outing (Wednesday), and is undergoing further testing. No further updates provided.

The Yankees Placed LHP Ryan Yarbrough on the 15-day injured list (retroactive to 6/20) with a right oblique strain.

J.C. Escarra is on the non-official Paternity List and should return to the team on Sunday

Marcus Stroman will start on Sunday for the Yankees

The Yankees have dropped three of their last four series.

The Yankees are in the midst of a tough 16‑in‑17 stretch, playing mostly teams that are postseason caliber (TOR, NYM, SEA, CHC).

A scout flagged the Yankees for “poor performance from their 4th & 5th starters,” an “unreliable bullpen,” and a heavy reliance on Aaron Judge.

Fundamental lapses — defensive miscues and sloppy play — have crept into their recent games.

The Yankees only hold a 1.5 game lead on the Rays in the AL East coming into today.