Yankees’ playoff hero thrilled about son’s trade to Bronx: ‘Full-circle moment’
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- Ryan Weathers, a 26-year-old left-handed pitcher for the Miami Marlins, was traded to the New York Yankees in a surprise deal for four lower-level prospects, positioning him as a candidate for the Yankees' Opening Day rotation.
- Ryan's father, David Weathers, previously played for the Yankees and was a key contributor to their 1996 World Series championship, making this trade a "full-circle moment" for the family.
- Despite injury setbacks in recent seasons, Ryan showed promise with a fastball nearing 100 mph and effective secondary pitches, earning recognition as a potential breakout player for 2026 by the Marlins' manager.
- David Weathers expressed confidence in the Yankees' environment, highlighting the opportunity for Ryan to
