Scouting Report: Paul Blackburn
New York Yankees | SP
Overall
Summary
Paul Blackburn, 32-year-old right-hander, was called upon to start for the Yankees against the Texas Rangers on May 7, 2026, replacing Ryan Weathers who was sidelined by a severe viral illness. Blackburn has been pitching in relief for the Yankees this season with a 3.21 ERA across nine appearances covering 14 innings. This start marks his first of the 2026 season and his first start overall since appearing in four games for the Mets in June 2025. The Yankees expect a bullpen-heavy game given Blackburn's limited recent workload (only pitched more than two innings once this season). The team promoted Brendan Beck from Triple-A to bolster pitching depth for the series finale against Texas.
Strengths
- Veteran pitcher with extensive MLB starting experience
- Solid 3.21 ERA in relief appearances this season
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