New York Yankees fans impressed by Luis Severino’s first start in return from injury: "Can’t wait for our future rotation" "Cause for optimism"
Luis Severino made his long-awaited season debut on Sunday. He allowed just one run as the New York Yankees beat the Cincinnati Reds 4-1.
The Yankees activated Severino from the injured list prior to Sunday's game. The eight-year MLB veteran had been sidelined because of a lat strain he suffered in Spring Training.
Sevy looked awesome in his first outing of the season https://t.co/8dKq5dLcMV
Luis Severino threw just 4.2 innings pitched because he was on a 75-pitch count. He surrendered four hits and one walk while striking out five. The right-hander allowed one "earned" run, which came on a curious first-inning play.
A flyball down the right field line was initially ruled a foul ball. The call was overturned and Reds infielder Spencer Steer was credited with an RBI double that scored Jonathan India from first base.
The play incensed New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone and temporarily gave Cincinnati the lead. However, New York scored four runs between the fifth and seventh inning to rally for the win.
🏻@TalkinYanks He’s back 👊🏻 https://t.co/zP1hjm8Rn3
@TalkinYanks Looked relaxed. Good control. Happy with it and cause for optimism.
@TalkinYanks Sevy! Looking great again in his debut of the season. I can get used to that. Lets go #Yankees!!!
Luis Severino is an important part of the Yankees' rotation. They are glad to have him back. The 29-year-old has posted a 50-29 record and a 3.39 ERA over seven seasons.
@TalkinYanks It’s the reds but already convinced he’s our current #2
@TalkinYanks Refreshing. Instead of the absolute eye burning pitching of Schmidt & Brito
@TalkinYanks Can’t wait for our future rotation
Injuries have ravaged the Yankees' starting rotation. It has forced the team to use Clarke Schmidt and Jhony Brito as their starters early in the season.
@TalkinYanks Good to have him back
@TalkinYanks Missed this man🥲
@TalkinYanks 👍👍👍WELCOME BACK SEVY!!! KEEP IT GOING!!!
Severino's return brings more stability to the Yankees' starting rotation. The team now has three of their projected opening day starters back in the lineup. Of course, Severino has dealt with a lot of injuries in recent years. It's hard to tell how long the team will be able to count on him.
@TalkinYanks And he’ll be awesome for one or two more starts, and then magically he’ll get hurt yet again.
Luis Severino a welcome return for the New York Yankees
Severino has been one of the Yankees' most reliable starters since joining their rotation in 2015. His best year was in 2018, when he went 19-8, had a 3.39 ERA, and was chosen to play in his second straight All-Star game.