In a series finale that saw the New York Yankees triumph over the Texas Rangers, David Bednar emerged as a standout performer. Marking the Yankees’ first victory in August, Bednar, a strategic mid-season addition, delivered a remarkable performance that played a pivotal role in the win.
Amidst a charged atmosphere at Yankee Stadium and a vocal online fan base, the Yankees’ players rose to the occasion. Key contributions came from Paul Goldschmidt and Bednar, with both players instrumental in securing the crucial series victory.
Bednar’s impressive display has prompted the Yankees’ coaching staff to deliberate over their strategy for the upcoming series against the Houston Astros, one of the top teams of the current regular season. This matchup presents a significant test for the Yankees as they seek to bolster their position in the standings.
In the wake of Bednar’s outstanding game against the Rangers, the Yankees have made a decisive roster move concerning their pitching lineup. The team announced via social media that they have released right-handed pitcher JT Brubaker, who had played 12 games this season for the Yankees.
Brubaker’s stats in this regular season with the Yankees
As the Yankees made roster adjustments, Brubaker’s performance unfortunately did not command a lasting presence on the team this season. Over the course of 12 games, he pitched 16 innings, recording 10 strikeouts.
Additionally, Brubaker allowed 10 hits, 6 runs, and issued 9 bases on balls. With these numbers, he struggled to make a significant impact. As the franchise endures a challenging season, Brubaker was among those unable to fully leverage their potential with the Yankees.
Brubaker’s career stats
Prior to joining the Yankees, Brubaker spent three years with the Pittsburgh Pirates, delivering a commendable set of statistics. In 63 games, he notched 324 strikeouts, while allowing 328 hits, 187 runs, and 51 home runs.
Despite these commendable performances, Brubaker did not appear in any Major League Baseball games for three years until the Yankees brought him back this season. Unfortunately, he was unable to replicate his past successes during his stint in New York.