Yankees, Padres Pitchers Begin Rehab Assignments Across Minor Leagues

The New York Yankees are set to receive a boost for their pitching rotation as right-hander JT Brubaker begins a rehab assignment with their High-A affiliate, the Hudson Valley Renegades, after a series of injuries including Tommy John surgery and broken ribs. Brubaker has shown potential in the past with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the Yankees hope he can add depth as a starter once healthy, though his roster status remains uncertain due to a lack of minor league options. Meanwhile, the San Diego Padres are also progressing with pitcher rehab assignments; knuckleballer Matt Waldron recently threw his first rehab start since an oblique strain, showing promising signs with three strikeouts and only one run allowed over 1⅔ innings. Waldron will require additional outings before returning to the major league roster, while other Padres minor leaguers continue to make strides in their development. These rehab efforts reflect both teams' strategies to reinforce their pitching staffs amid injury challenges and ongoing player development.