The spring training is on the horizon and the New York Yankees are gearing up. As they prepare to unleash the force of young talent, they hope to discover hidden talent among familiar names. One of those names could be the young right-handed pitching prospect. He has had a rapid rise through the minor leagues and has fueled a lot of discussion about his potential. However, the question is, can he have an impact on the major league bullpen?
Well, the answer to that is not simple. The Yanks have, however, been candid about their intention. They are willing to give Will Warren a taste of the big leagues this season, but his exact role remains unclear. Will he fill in as a starter or join the bullpen?
The Yankees have their eyes on Will Warren
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What’s interesting is that his journey echoes last year’s breakout performance by Jhony Brito. The 25-year-old emerged as a useful contributor to the bullpen. Warren, on the other hand, carries higher expectations on his shoulders, given his impressive track record.
Matt Blake on RHP Will Warren:
"I would think he’s definitely in the mix at some point this year…I'm sure his name will be called at some point"
Will Warren is the #Yankees 9th-best prospect according to @BaseballAmerica 👀 pic.twitter.com/YA4OtB7HdQ
— Fireside Yankees (@FiresideYankees) January 29, 2024
This young Yankee has been on the radar for Yankees fans. Now that they have been following his development closely, spring training poses a crucial platform for him to showcase the growth he has made, conquering the areas of improvement in 2023.
It is noteworthy to mention the 24-year-old’s dominant September that culminated in a 10-strikeout performance. He also finished the Triple-A season with a 3.61 ERA. This has largely been attributed to the evolution of his newly shaped sweeper, a pitch projected to gather significant attention during spring training.
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What are the Yankees doing to push Warren to his best?
At the moment, the fans yearn for an immediate impact. But the farm system is designed to focus on Warren’s long-term development. They acknowledge that it is crucial to carefully manage the workload and expectations he will be faced with. All the more, it is important to ensure he reaches his maximum potential without falling a prey to burning pressure.
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This spring training, Warren could showcase his progress and prove that he can adapt to the major league environment. There is no doubt that his performance will hold a great weight in determining his role for the upcoming season. But where exactly will his contribution be used? Only time will tell if Will Warren will be able to impact the Bronx’s bullpen.
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