When Jonathan Loáisiga is healthy, it’s like watching a sports car glide through chaos — smooth, explosive, and fully in control.
No one else in the Yankees’ bullpen brings his unique blend of high-octane velocity, wicked movement, and ice-in-his-veins composure. His turbo-charged sinker in the high-90s doesn’t just miss bats — it vanishes from the zone like it’s got a mind of its own.
Loáisiga has long been one of the Yankees’ most dynamic bullpen weapons… when he’s available.
The Injury Bug Bites Again
His career has been a frustrating mix of brilliance and breakdowns. Since 2021 — the last time he logged over 50 innings — injuries have kept him from being the consistent force New York needs. Last year’s flexor tendon surgery was just the latest setback, sidelining him for the start of the 2025 season.
Signs of Life in Tampa
But there’s a glimmer of hope. The Yankees announced this week that Loáisiga has begun a rehab assignment with Single-A Tampa — a small step that could have a huge impact.
Jonathan Loáisiga
More Than Just a Reliever
Sure, his career 3.44 ERA looks solid, but it doesn’t tell the full story. When he’s right, Loáisiga is the guy you hand the ball to in the tensest moments — a rally killer and momentum stopper.
Right now, the Yankees’ bullpen is hanging by a thread. Getting Loáisiga back in form could be the stabilizing force they desperately need — the difference between barely holding on and slamming the door shut.
And in a season where every inning counts, that could change everything.
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