Kervin Castro is a 27-year-old right-handed pitcher from Maracay, Venezuela, currently on the New York Yankees roster. Born on February 7, 1999, Castro made his MLB debut on September 7, 2021, and has been grinding his way toward a steady big-league role ever since. In 2026, he’s making a strong case for himself with a 1.42 ERA through 6.1 innings in pinstripes.
Quick Facts
- Full name: Kervin Castro
- Position: Pitcher
- Team: New York Yankees
- Number: 74
- Bats / Throws: Right / Right
- Height / Weight: 5’10» / 234 lbs
- Born: February 7, 1999 (age 27)
- Hometown: Maracay, Venezuela
- MLB Debut: September 7, 2021
Background
Maracay has a long baseball tradition and has sent plenty of talent to the majors over the years. Castro came up through the professional ranks as a right-handed reliever and spot starter, developing the arm that would eventually get him to the big leagues. His debut in September 2021 was the first step; finding consistency has been the work ever since.
Professional Career
Castro’s MLB journey has taken him through the Chicago Cubs and now the New York Yankees. His first full season in 2022 was a rough one — he posted a 10.22 ERA in 12.1 innings, striking out 11 but going 0-1. His time with the Cubs that same year showed similar struggles: a 7.59 ERA over 10.2 innings with 7 strikeouts, signaling that mechanical and command adjustments were still needed.
Fast-forward to 2026 and the picture looks very different. With the Yankees, Castro has been nearly untouchable: a 1.42 ERA, a 0.79 WHIP, and 8 strikeouts in just 6.1 innings. That kind of improvement doesn’t happen by accident — it speaks to real work on his craft and a new level of confidence on the mound.
Stats at a Glance
- 2026 – New York Yankees: 1.42 ERA | 0-0 | 8 K | 0.79 WHIP | 6.1 IP
- 2022 – MLB: 10.22 ERA | 0-1 | 11 K | 1.78 WHIP | 12.1 IP
- 2022 – Chicago Cubs: 7.59 ERA | 0-1 | 7 K | 1.50 WHIP | 10.2 IP
Awards and Honors
Castro hasn’t collected individual hardware yet — no All-Star nods, no Gold Gloves, no MVP votes. His career is still in the building phase. But if he keeps pitching the way he has in 2026, those conversations might not be too far off.
Worth Knowing
Castro is part of a long line of Venezuelan arms that have made their mark in professional baseball. His early big-league years were bumpy, but the dramatic turnaround he’s showing in 2026 is a reminder of what Caribbean players can do when they find their footing — and their confidence — at the highest level.
