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The New York Yankees have relied heavily on Carlos Rodon in 2025, and for much of the year, he has delivered brilliantly.<\/p>\n

With a 3.35 ERA and 2.0 fWAR across 139.2 innings, the left-hander has been a stabilizing force in their rotation.<\/p>\n

But lately, cracks have started to show, and not the kind that a fresh coat of paint can hide.<\/p>\n

In his last four starts, Rodon hasn\u2019t been fooling hitters quite as easily and has struggled with efficiency.<\/p>\n

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Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Over those 20 innings, the Yankees\u2019 All-Star has posted a 4.95 ERA and 5.56 FIP, a noticeable dip from earlier dominance.<\/p>\n

His walk rate has ballooned, issuing 15 free passes during that stretch.<\/p>\n

The strikeouts are still there, with 24 over that span, but the command issues have undermined his ability to finish at-bats.<\/p>\n

That\u2019s reflected in a 1.65 WHIP over the four outings, a number that hints at danger even when runs don\u2019t cross the plate.<\/p>\n

Fatigue, not injury, appears to be the culprit<\/h2>\n

Yankees officials have reported no injuries, suggesting Rodon\u2019s recent struggles may stem from simple season-long wear and tear.<\/p>\n

According to data from Baseball Savant, his average fastball velocity in his last start dipped to 93.4 mph, nearly a full tick below his season norm of 94.3.<\/p>\n

While his four-seamer still managed a 29 percent whiff rate\u2014above his season average of 23 percent\u2014the secondary pitches told another story.<\/p>\n

The slider, his signature weapon, generated just a 31 percent whiff rate compared to a dominant 41.3 percent on the year.<\/p>\n

Similarly, the changeup saw its effectiveness drop, with a 25 percent whiff rate in his last outing compared to 35.5 percent overall.<\/p>\n

Those subtle declines suggest a pitcher whose arm may simply be feeling the grind of a long campaign.<\/p>\n

Why the Yankees need him at peak form<\/h2>\n

For the Yankees, Rodon\u2019s performance is more than just another stat line\u2014it\u2019s a bellwether for their postseason push.<\/p>\n

When he\u2019s sharp, the entire pitching staff seems to feed off that energy, setting a tone that ripples through the roster.<\/p>\n

In many ways, Rodon is like the lead violin in an orchestra\u2014if he\u2019s even slightly out of tune, everyone else has to adjust.<\/p>\n

That can be costly when every game matters in a tight division race, especially when he can\u2019t provide length and that casus an overworked bullpen.<\/p>\n

The Yankees\u2019 offense has been up-and-down, which only increases the importance of consistent, quality innings from their starters.<\/p>\n

Rodon\u2019s ability to limit walks, work deep into games, and miss bats is central to that formula for success.<\/p>\n

\"Yankees:
Credit: Dave Nelson-Imagn Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A manageable blip or warning sign?<\/h2>\n

Late-season dips in performance aren\u2019t uncommon, even for frontline arms, and Rodon\u2019s body of work remains impressive in 2025.<\/p>\n

Still, with the postseason looming, the Yankees can\u2019t afford extended slumps from one of their key rotation anchors.<\/p>\n

Whether it\u2019s a small mechanical adjustment, extra rest, or just pitching through fatigue, the solution needs to come quickly.<\/p>\n

Rodon\u2019s track record suggests he can rebound, but the margin for error in the AL postseason picture is razor-thin right now.<\/p>\n

A rejuvenated Carlos Rodon down the stretch could be the difference between home-field advantage and missing the playoffs altogether.<\/p>\n

If the Yankees want their October dreams to stay alive, their ace lefty will need to find his best gear again soon.<\/p>\n

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