The Yankees welcomed back relief pitcher Jonathan Loáisiga, activated off the injured list after a year-long recovery from UCL surgery. In his return during a Subway Series match against the Mets, Loáisiga impressed by throwing a scoreless sixth inning, using just 12 pitches. Manager Aaron Boone praised his ability to control his adrenaline during such a high-stakes game. To accommodate Loáisiga, the Yankees designated Tyler Matzek for assignment due to his struggles post-injury. Loáisiga has previously shown great potential, although injuries have hampered his consistency.
"A lot of adrenaline. I was missing it. I wanted to be out there, pitching for the team, pitching for the fans. I was really missing it and excited to be back."
"Now that next step of, 'Boom, you haven't been out here for a year, you're in Yankee Stadium, it's Subway Series,' so there's just an energy in the building."
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