The Yankees are facing an offensive slump, and tough pitching decisions are looming as they look to break a four-game losing streak. On Monday night, the Baltimore Orioles handed New York a 3-2 loss at Camden Yards, despite being no-hit through six innings by Yankees lefty Ryan Weathers. The Orioles became the last team in the majors to defeat a left-handed starter this season, but the real story was New York's inability to capitalize on a stellar pitching performance.

Weathers took a no-hitter into the seventh inning, showing why he's earned his spot in the rotation. But Tuesday night, it's Will Warren's turn to take the mound, and he'll be trying to prevent a fifth straight loss. Warren is coming off a rough start, but he's also proven his worth. However, the Yankees face a "good problem" down the road: once Gerrit Cole returns from Tommy John surgery, either Warren or Weathers will have to make room. Cole's latest minor league rehab start on Sunday was promising, with manager Aaron Boone noting a 99-mph fastball on his final strikeout. "I thought he threw the ball really well," Boone said. "Another good sign for him."

For now, the immediate challenge is reigniting a lineup that stalled against the Milwaukee Brewers over the weekend. Despite Weathers' efforts, the Yankees managed just five hits on Monday, leaving runners in scoring position in key moments. "Got to get some guys unlocked," Boone said, pointing to Jazz Chisholm Jr., who is in a 3-for-24 slide with 11 strikeouts. Ben Rice broke free from an 0-for-13 slump with a two-run homer, but it wasn't enough. The Yankees (26-16) saw their nine-game winning streak against the Orioles (18-24) end, and a failed steal attempt by pinch-runner Jose Caballero sealed the loss.

As the Yankees navigate this rough patch, the focus is on executing the small things and getting back to winning baseball. With Cole's return on the horizon, the rotation depth is a luxury—but first, the offense needs to find its rhythm.