SEVERINO IS TAKING FOREVER TO COME BACK

What the hell is going on with Severino? It's crazy how long this guy's been out. You have to wonder why.  Jack Curry just tweeted this about Sevy:

Boone anticipates Severino making 2 more minor league rehab starts. After that, Yankees will evaluate his status and whether he’s ready to return to the majors. Despite a need for pitching help now, Boone said Yanks don’t want to rush Severino after almost 2 yrs away from majors

— Jack Curry (@JackCurryYES) August 4, 2021

Now Inside the Pinstripes has this about Sevy's progress:

"As for Severino, he made his first rehab start since straining his groin back on June 12 with High-A Hudson Valley. Although the right-hander allowed a first-inning homer to Orioles top catching prospect Adley Rutschman, he was able to bounce back afterwards.

Severino threw a total of 2.1 innings on 43 pitches for Double-A Somerset, allowing two runs. He was able to strike out four batters. The right-hander has not pitched in the majors since 2019, missing the entire 2020 season after undergoing Tommy John surgery.

Upon his return, Severino has the chance to provide a much-needed boost to the Yankees’ rotation, which has lost Corey Kluber and Domingo German to injuries."

There's no doubt we could use Sevy right about now. Obivously Boone is right about not rushing him, but for the love of everything holy... it's been a long, long time.

Hope to see you soon Sevy.