New York Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman has sent shockwaves through the MLB world with his latest move amidst growing trade rumors. The 32-year-old starting pitcher, who is entering the second year of his two-year, $37 million contract with the Yankees, made a bold statement by unfollowing the team on Instagram and deleting all traces of them from his social media profile. This unexpected decision comes just as speculation surrounding his future with the Yankees reaches a boiling point.
Stroman’s performance in 2024 raised questions about his place in New York’s stacked starting rotation, which features stars like Gerrit Cole, Max Fried, Carlos Rodon, Luis Gil, and Clark Schmidt. After a successful All-Star campaign with the Chicago Cubs in 2023, Stroman posted a less-than-impressive 4.31 ERA in 30 games (29 starts) with the Yankees. His ERA+ of 95 marked his worst since his injury-plagued 2018 season with the Toronto Blue Jays.
With the Yankees actively exploring trade options, Stroman’s social media activity only fueled the fire. According to reports from TheYanksCenter, the pitcher’s Instagram move could signal he’s preparing to part ways with the team. Former Yankees outfielder Cameron Maybin also weighed in, hinting at potential news surrounding Stroman’s future.
Adding to the intrigue is Stroman’s player option for the 2026 season, which becomes active if he reaches 140 innings pitched in 2025. Having already thrown 154.2 innings last season, the pressure is mounting for the Yankees to make a decision on his future. Whether his social media actions are merely a coincidence or a sign of things to come, it’s clear that all eyes are on Stroman as the offseason unfolds. The MLB trade rumors surrounding him continue to grow, and fans are eagerly awaiting what happens next.
