Getty Yankees predicted to land former Red Sox starter. The New York Yankees are predicted to sign a starting pitcher away from their arch-rival Boston Red Sox . New York has a need in the rotation with Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon both set to miss the beginning of the season. Although the Yankees ‘ rotation is led by Max Fried, New York will look to sign a No. 4 or No. 5 starter for depth. MLB insider Tim Kelly of Bleacher Report predicts the Yankees will sign Lucas Giolito to a two-year, $43