The New York Yankees are facing a lineup puzzle that many teams dream of—too much quality pitching. With Carlos Rodón set to return imminently, and Gerrit Cole not far behind, the Bronx Bombers have some tough decisions to make about their rotation.

It's the kind of problem that speaks to the team's depth, but for a few players, it could mean a change in roles. As we've seen with Anthony Volpe's recent demotion to Triple-A, the Yankees are making it clear that performance and fit are non-negotiable.

According to The Athletic's Chris Kirschner, the most likely scenario involves sending Elmer Rodríguez back to the minors when Rodón returns. But the real intrigue comes later, when Cole is ready. That's when either Ryan Weathers or Will Warren will likely shift to the bullpen.

Weathers appears to be the prime candidate. He's already logged 38 2/3 innings this season—just a third of an inning shy of his entire 2024 total. While he's been effective as a backend starter with strong strikeout and walk rates, the math is simple: there's only so much room in the rotation.

Let's be honest—moving to the bullpen isn't anyone's first choice. Starters command bigger contracts, more prestige, and the kind of long-term security that every player dreams of. For young arms like Warren and Weathers, who are eyeing their first big payday in free agency, this matters.

But from the Yankees' perspective, it's the right call. The goal is winning at the highest level, and that sometimes means asking talented pitchers to adapt. Whether it's a temporary move or a longer-term shift, the organization's focus remains on the championship chase.