On Sunday, with Stroman unofficially out of his extra-starter situation and back in the Yankees’ rotation due to Luis Gil’s recent shoulder issue, the righty clearly wasn’t indifferent about how his role changed.

Stroman had his first chance to solidify his place in the Yankees rotation on Sunday. Instead, he struggled against the Braves.

Stroman will start Friday’s game against the Rays at Steinbrenner Field, manager Aaron Boone said Wednesday, putting the potential odd man out of the Yankees’ rotation right into the spotlight. The veteran right-hander has not faced hitters since arriving at camp on Friday, but had done so beforehand and will just throw one inning on Friday.

A random unfounded trade rumor surfaced on social media linking the New York Yankees and Marcus Stroman to the crosstown Mets.

The New York Yankees would love to find a taker for Marcus Stroman and at least some of his hefty contract, and they're determined to give him every chance to show off his worth during spring training.

New York Yankees pitcher Luis Gil recently complained about shoulder discomfort after a bullpen session. He was slated to be the Yankees’ fourth starter this season, behind Gerrit Cole, Max Fried and Carlos Rodon and ahead of Clarke Schmidt.