The New York Yankees added seven impactful players before Thursday’s whirlwind trade deadline. But they weren’t done making major moves. On Friday, the team announced the release of 34-year-old starter Marcus Stroman to make room for the influx of three recently acquired bullpen arms. The 11-year MLB veteran had a 6.23 ERA and 26 strikeouts in 39 innings and the lowest strikeout-to-walk ratio (1.63) of his career. In April, the right-hander was sidelined by knee inflammation, limiting him to nine games this season. Stroman had much to prove this season. After posting a 4.31 ERA last season (his first with the Yankees), he was subject of trade rumors. This seemed to upset Stroman, who made a scene in spring training when asked about potentially losing his spot in the rotation and being moved to the bullpen. Stroman’s release is a strong endorsement of rookie right-hander Cam Schlittler, the team’s No. 3 prospect, per MLB.com. The 24-year-old impressed in the minors this season (2.82 ERA in Class AA and AA
