It hasn’t been a smooth ride for Carlos Rodon since putting on the pinstripes, but his 2024 campaign tells a far different story. After a turbulent debut season in the Bronx, Rodon has become one of the most reliable arms in the New York Yankees’ rotation — and now, he’s finally ready to talk about the struggle that shaped him.

Rodón, who joined the Yankees with high expectations in 2023, saw his performance dip to career lows, drawing criticism and questions about his long-term impact. But in a recent appearance on The Show with Jon Heyman and Joel Sherman, the left-hander reflected candidly on that disappointing first year and how a personal milestone off the field helped bring clarity.

“That first year was rough, and we just had Silo, which was a blessing,” Rodon said, referring to th

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