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.