New York, NY — In a shocking turn of events following tonight’s brutal loss to the Cleveland Guardians, sources confirm that Yankees pitcher Mark Leiter was asked to leave the team immediately after the game. The decision came just minutes after a closed-door meeting with team executives, following what many are calling one of the worst outings in recent Yankees history.

Leiter, who had been touted as a key arm in the Yankees’ rotation this season, allowed seven earned runs in just two innings, sparking an offensive explosion by Cleveland that the Yankees never recovered from. The final score, a devastating 12–3 loss at home, left fans stunned and management furious.

According to multiple team insiders, tensions had been building over Leiter’s recent performances, but tonight’s collapse proved to be the final straw. “There was no fight, no command, no accountability,” one source close to the organization said. “It wasn’t just a bad outing — it was a complete breakdown.”

Leiter reportedly cleared out his locker immediately after the game and left the stadium without speaking to the media. The Yankees have yet to release an official statement, but insiders suggest that Leiter’s departure may not just be a temporary reassignment — it could mark the end of his short-lived tenure with the club.

This stunning move comes as the Yankees face mounting pressure in a highly competitive AL East. With fans demanding answers and a team in search of stability, it’s clear that changes are being made — and no one, not even the star signings, are safe.

Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.