NEW YORK – The New York Yankees’ 2025 season has been defined by one thing: pitching dominance. At the heart of their success stands a fearsome trio of starters – Carlos Rodón, Max Fried, and Clarke Schmidt – who have formed what many are calling the “Three-Headed Monster” of the Bronx.
Each has posted a sub-3.00 ERA, putting the Yankees among the league’s elite in starting rotation strength and sending a clear message to the rest of Major League Baseball: this team is built to win now.
ERA Leaders – The 2025 Aces:
Max Fried: 2.05 ERA
Clarke Schmidt: 2.84 ERA
Carlos Rodón: 2.92 ERA
Buzz Around the League
The Yankees rotation has been nothing short of “incredible,” with fans and analysts praising their consistency, mental toughness, and ability to deliver under pressure.
Fried, a key offseason acquisition, has been the anchor with a dazzling 2.05 ERA, placing him among early favorites for the AL Cy Young Award.
“Every time Max takes the mound, you feel like it’s a win day,” said Yankees manager Aaron Boone. “He brings the presence and performance of a true ace.”
Clarke Schmidt, often overlooked, has stepped up in a big way, continuing to improve with each outing. Meanwhile, Rodón has returned to form, looking every bit like the power lefty the Yankees hoped for when they signed him.
A Rotation Built for October
With Gerrit Cole still recovering and expected back midseason, the Yankees have leaned heavily on this trio — and they’ve delivered. Their performance has allowed the bullpen to stay fresh and the offense to breathe, knowing that even 3–4 runs might be enough on any given day.
If this level of pitching holds, the Yankees could be staring down a deep postseason run, potentially chasing their long-awaited 28th World Series title.
The Yankees’ “Three-Headed Monster” is alive and thriving in 2025, setting the tone for a team hungry for redemption and glory. With Rodón, Fried, and Schmidt silencing bats across the league, Yankee Stadium might just be the most dangerous place for visiting hitters this summer.