With their playoff dreams on life support, the Yankees’ eyes have turned towards the future. Developing youngsters such as Anthony Volpe, Everson Pereira and Oswald Peraza has become a priority for the Bombers. However, the group of rookies aren’t the only ones being molded for the future as Thursday’s starter in their 6-5 loss to the Nationals will likely spend the remainder of the season growing into a new role. Michael King is making his second start of the season as manager Aaron Boone continues to stretch him into a potential starting pitcher.