German is expected to open the season in the Yankees' rotation with Luis Severino (shoulder) and CC Sabathia (knee) both likely to open the year on the injured list, Bryan Hoch of MLB.com reports.
German and Jonathan Loaisiga were expected to compete for the final spot following Severino's injury, but with Sabathia set to miss time as well there's now room for both players. Their stays may end up being brief if Severino and Sabathia's recoveries go as hoped, but German could be called on several times throughout the year whenever rotation reinforcements are needed.