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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 29: Starting pitcher Luis Gil #81 of the New York Yankees reacts after giving up a two-run home run to Freddie Freeman #5 of the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning of Game Four of the 2024 World Series at Yankee Stadium on October 29, 2024 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)
On Sunday, the New York Yankees lost their series finale to the Houston Astros by a score of 7-4 (in Texas).
Luis Gil had a tough outing, as he allowed six earned runs and three walks in 4.0 innings.
Directly following the game, the Yankees announced the news that he would be sent to Triple-A.
The Yankees wrote (via X): “Following today’s game, the Yankees optioned RHP Luis Gil to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.”
Following today’s game, the Yankees optioned RHP Luis Gil to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
Gil Reacts To Demotion
GettyLuis Gil #81 of the New York Yankees delivers a pitch in the first inning against the Houston Astros at Daikin Park on April 26, 2026 in Houston, Texas.
After the news, Gil sent out a heartfelt post to X that had over 700 likes.
He wrote: “It’s hard to beat someone who never gives up. See You Soon 💪🙏🏻 #GodBlessMe 🙏🏻”
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar