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Yankees' Yerry de los Santos Call-Up Could Forecast Much-Needed Bullpen Strategy Change
- Yankees recalled Yerry de los Santos from Triple-A to bolster the bullpen amid early-season struggles.
- The move follows a 11-10 win over the Angels that underscored bullpen volatility.
- The team used one-inning reliever stints last season to limit blown saves and plan a potential return to that approach.
- David Bednar remains the Yankees' closer despite bullpen woes.
- Anthony Volpe began a rehab assignment with the Double-A Somerset Patriots.
- Volpe is recovering from offseason shoulder surgery ahead of a return to the lineup.
- The Yankees host the Angels in the continuation of a four-game series with de los Santos in consideration.
- The article notes a bullpen that remains an unaddressed issue for the Yankees.
- Cade Winquest and Jake Bird were optioned after Rule 5 decisions.
- The report emphasizes the Yankees' reputation for relying on powerful offense to win games.
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