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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 09: Ryan Weathers #40 of the New York Yankees pitches in the first inning against the Athletics at Yankee Stadium on April 09, 2026 in New York City. (Photo by Evan Bernstein/Getty Images)
On Wednesday night, the New York Yankees are playing the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park for the second game of their series.
They will look to build off their 4-0 win on Tuesday night.
Before the game, the team announced that Ryan Weathers is being placed on the paternity list.
They called up Jake Bird in his place.
Yankees PR Dept. wrote: “Prior to tonight’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: •Placed LHP Ryan Weathers on the paternity list. •Recalled RHP Jake Bird (#59) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.”
Prior to tonight’s game, the Yankees made the following roster moves: •Placed LHP Ryan Weathers on the paternity list. •Recalled RHP Jake Bird (#59) from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.
MLB Social Media Reacts To Roster Move
GettyRyan Weathers #40 and Austin Wells #28 of the New York Yankees talk after Weathers gave up three home runs in a row in the first inning against the Los Angeles Angels during their game at Yankee Stadium on April 14, 2026 in New York City.
Here’s what people were saying on social media:
@Popsicle70: “Wouldnt this be a good time to bring up a youngster give him a game or 2?”
@TDT216: “Hopefully Bird stays glued to the bullpen bench for the next three days or whatever”
@nyybrxbomber: “👎👎 not about Weathers, but bring up anyone but Bird. I don’t need to see him pitch again. I rather be one guy short”
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