With Luis Gil being shut down because of arm discomfort, Stroman, who was a trade candidate all winter, could end up becoming a bigger part of the Yankees plan.

New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil recently complained about shoulder discomfort after a bullpen session. He was slated to be the Yankees’ fourth starter this season, behind Gerrit Cole, Max Fried and Carlos Rodon and ahead of Clarke Schmidt.

Marcus Stroman does not feel he needs to win a rotation spot, because in his mind he is not competing for a spot.