Open Extended ReactionsThe New York Yankees released right-hander Marcus Stroman on Friday, abruptly terminating the veteran's underwhelming tenure with the club. The Yankees signed Stroman to a two-year contract worth $37 million guaranteed before the start of last season and will eat the remainder of his $18 million salary. The Yankees, anticipating a starting pitching surplus, then attempted to trade him over the offseason but couldn't swing a deal. As a result, Stroman reported to spring training not projected to make the Opening Day starting rotation. Injuries to Gerrit Cole and Gil over the following month, however, opened the door for Stroman to begin the season in the rotation.