Yankees manager Aaron Boone confirmed on Thursday that reigning AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil will make his long-awaited season debut against the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Gil, who turned 27 in June, suffered a high-grade lat strain in spring training.

The New York Yankees released a two-time All-Star pitcher on Friday, making a sudden change to their starting rotation one day after the MLB trade deadline.

The New York Yankees are parting ways with Marcus Stroman ahead of the anticipated season debut of starter Luis Gil this weekend.

BOTTOM LINE: The Miami Marlins host the New York Yankees looking to continue a four-game home winning streak. Miami has a 54-55 record overall and a 26-29 record at home. The Marlins are 42-19 in games when they record eight or more hits.

Preview the Aug. 3 matchup between the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins with odds over/under, game spread, betting lines and more.

Oddsmakers project the Yankees as a tight favorite (-115 on the moneyline) against the Marlins (-105). The scheduled starters are Luis Gil for the New York Yankees, and Edward Cabrera (4-5) for the Miami Marlins.