Marriage is about sharing everything — except, apparently, when planning the surprise of a lifetime. Ashley and Carlos Rodón have been through baseball seasons, charity galas, and countless adventures together. But for six months, this Yankees power couple had a secret between them that only one of them knew about. When the truth finally came out, their relationship would never be the same.

The shock revelation connects to Volkswagen’s massive $58.1 billion valuation, with its luxury subsidiary Lamborghini playing a starring role in this carefully orchestrated surprise. According to an Instagram post by the @rodonfoundation from August 18th, 2025, Rodón received a custom-designed white Lamborghini as an unexpected gift, with Lamborghini Greenwich thanked as a sponsor of The Willow Gala, the annual event for the Carlos Rodón Foundation. The German automotive giant’s luxury arm had become an unlikely player in this personal drama that unfolded in the Rodón household.

Ashley Rodón, Executive Director of Advocacy and Impact for the Nest Egg Foundation and co-founder of The Willow Grant alongside her husband, shared the post on her Instagram story with evident pride and mischief. “6 months of keeping a secret from him, I’m just proud of myself. So hard to surprise this man. He deserves the world! Glad I can be the one to take the blame for bad choices,” she wrote, revealing the elaborate planning behind her husband’s stunned reaction.

The same woman who spent months plotting in secret has been watching her husband shoulder the weight of Yankee Stadium all season long. So Ashley’s gift couldn’t have come at a better time. When Gerrit Cole went down with an injury, the Yankees turned to their $162 million man. Rodón suddenly found himself thrust into the spotlight as Opening Day starter – a role that would make or break his third season in pinstripes. “I feel really good about giving him the ball. He’s in the right frame of mind,” manager Aaron Boone declared, placing the franchise’s hopes squarely on Rodón’s shoulders. The pressure was immense, but Carlos called it an “honor” while quietly preparing to lead a rotation that desperately needed stability.

But behind that expensive surprise lay a season of incredible highs and crushing lows. Ashley had witnessed every pitch, every triumph, and every frustration that would ultimately justify her extravagant gift.

Carlos Rodon’s Roller Coaster Yankees Season

That extraordinary gift came after a season of extreme highs and frustrating lows that would test any marriage. Ashley watched Carlos battle through the kind of inconsistency that drives pitchers crazy and wives to expensive car dealerships.

Carlos Rodón delivered exactly what the Yankees needed against Minnesota on August 13th. The left-hander carved through the Twins’ lineup with precision, working seven strong innings while surrendering just one run and collecting five strikeouts. It was the kind of quality start that showcases why he’s become such a reliable presence in New York’s rotation this season.

However, consistency remains Rodón’s biggest challenge. Just six days earlier against Texas, he struggled with his command once again, walking at least three batters for the fifth time in seven starts. The control issues have become a recurring theme in his recent outings, highlighting the fine line between dominance and frustration.

Still, when Rodón finds his rhythm, he’s virtually unhittable. His dominant performance against Miami on August 2nd was a perfect example, striking out nine batters and looking every bit like the ace the Yankees envisioned when they signed him. That eight-strikeout performance earlier in the season also demonstrated his electric stuff when everything clicks.

The southpaw’s efforts earned him recognition as an AL All-Star, replacing teammate Max Fried on the roster. This marks his third All-Star selection, adding to his previous appearances in 2021 and 2022. At 32, Rodón continues proving he belongs among baseball’s elite when he’s dialed in.