Domingo German

German is currently sidelined with a hip flexor strain, and while his timetable is unclear, it shouldn't be a long-term injury. German had been scuffling a bit after a strong start to the season, but perhaps the chance to heal up will help him get back on track for the second half.

After posting a 5.57 ERA and 10.72 K/9 last season, German's dominant strikeout rate (10.89) came with the ERA to match (2.37) this April. It has since risen to 3.86 after allowing 14 runs in his last three start. The Yankees placed him on the IL with left hip flexor strain. He will undergo an MRI to determine he injury's severity. While the regression writing was on the wall, a short absence could help him return healthy and avoid getting shut down due to an innings limit later in the season.