Stroman was shelled for five earned runs and recorded just two outs in Friday’s 9–1 loss to the Giants before asking out of the game. His command was off from the start — two hits, three walks, and little conviction on the mound.

New York Yankees pitcher Marcus Stroman had a cortisone shot to treat swelling in his inflamed left knee. Stroman went to a hospital for scans after the 33-year right-hander mentioned pain to the team following Friday’s start,