Yankees demote trade deadline reliever Jake Bird to Triple-A after rough start

TL;DR
The Yankees have optioned reliever Jake Bird to Triple-A after a rough start with a 27.00 ERA in his initial appearances, and are expected to activate pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. from injury to bolster their bullpen as they aim to improve their recent performance and secure a playoff spot.
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