New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 30

Yankees Continue to Get Concerning Mets Updates

The New York Mets continue to be a thorn in the side of New York Yankees manager Brian Cashman. It's no secret the Yankees want to re-sign outfielder Cody Bellinger.

Anthony Volpe News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Anthony Volpe Injury Update Emerges Amid Yankees Offseason

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe remains on track to return in May following offseason surgery on his left shoulder to repair a partially torn labrum.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 30

Yankees news: Prediction season comes in as additions wait

ESPN | David Schoenfield: It’s about that time of year where people start highlighting players and statistics to look out for on each team, and we’ve got a bit of both for you tonight.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Phillies star 1B Bryce Harper takes a swipe at president Dave Dombrowski

Mets' continued pursuit of Bo Bichette, Alex Bregman faces one major obstacle

LF Tyler Soderstrom agrees to record contract extension with Athletics

25 MLB stars you probably didn't realize began their career with another team

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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 29

Cody Bellinger, Scott Boras holding out for 7-year deal, per Jon Heyman

Cody Bellinger remains one of the most prominent names of the MLB offseason, as free agency negotiations continue to stall amid a familiar standoff. Talks surrounding Bellinger’s contract now revolve around agent Scott Boras and how far teams are willing to go—speculation that could reshape the New York Yankees’ offseason plans.

MLB News / Athlon Sports / December 29

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Sends Message to Julio Rodriguez After Trade Report

The Seattle Mariners had an excellent 2025 season, reaching the ALCS and coming the closest they have ever been to a World Series appearance, falling just one win short.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 29

Yankees' Aaron Judge Sends Message to Giancarlo Stanton After Off-Field Move

The New York Yankees will head into the 2026 MLB season with familiar faces looking to break through and carry the franchise back to the World Series. Two of the most important pieces are outfielder Aaron Judge and designated hitterGiancarlo Stanton, who have powered New York’s lineup since joining the Yankees.

Cody Bellinger News / Empire Sports Media / December 29

Yankees News & Buzz: Team confident about keeping Cody Bellinger; trade for pitching could cost ‘big time’, more

Re-signing star outfielder Cody Bellinger has been more challenging than expected for the New York Yankees, but the team is confident in getting it done eventually.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Yankees Urged to Be Aggressive on One Area

The New York Yankees have three starters out at the moment, and while they can reasonably expect two of them to return by the summer, they can't reasonably expect everything to go perfectly.

Anthony Volpe News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Ex-MLB Players Slam Alex Rodriguez for Yankees' Anthony Volpe Criticism

The New York Yankees are hoping Anthony Volpe can become the player they think he is in 2026, but recent comments from franchise legend Alex Rodriguez pointed to Volpe as an example of what's wrong with the team's offensive approach.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 29

Impact trade for pitching will likely cost the Yankees ‘big time’ in prospect capital

The sticker shock hits you before the radar gun does. Every winter reminds you that pitching sets the market, but the 2025-26 offseason has turned that reminder into a full-blown warning label.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Yankees Legend Alex Rodriguez Shares Heartbreaking HOF Thoughts

The National Baseball Hall of Fame votes are being counted, with 18.7% of ballots known at time of writing, and former New York Yankees star infielder Alex Rodriguez is unlikely to make the HOF once again.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Hall Could Call For Former Yankees All-Star

Carlos Beltran, come on down! The former New York Yankees outfielder could be the next player heading to the National Baseball Hall of Fame. With 72 ballots counted and made public, Beltran has been named by 82.9% of the voters.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Tatsuya Imai's Free Agency News Could Work in Yankees' Favor

The New York Yankees have yet to make a splash move this offseason, but that could change in the coming days. Japanese right-handed pitcher Tatsuya Imai

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Former Yankees Pitcher Announces Retirement from Baseball

Former New York Yankees pitcher Andrew Heaney has announced his retirement from baseball. His career began with the Miami Marlins in 2013. He hung up his spikes this season after the conclusion of his second term with the Los Angeles Dodgers, collecting another World Series ring.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 29

Yankees Waiting Game Continues as AL Rival Makes Big Move

The American League East arms race is getting interesting as the New York Yankees watch another rival continue its offseason makeover. "The Baltimore Orioles, making another big move to return to the postseason, sign veteran starter Zach Eflin to a one-year deal," USA Today's Bob Nightengale reports.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / December 29

Yankees’ latest rumors point to a club in decline as AL East foes grow stronger

Christmas has come and gone, and by the looks of it, Santa missed the Bronx.

Red Sox could return to Cardinals trade well for third time

Market heating up for NPB infielder Kazuma Okamoto

Padres have an unexpected option to boost their outfield

Tatsuya Imai reportedly yet to receive a major league offer

How AL teams have addressed their weakest positions of 2025

... and here's how the NL teams have addressed them

Jazz Chisholm News / Total Apex Sports / December 27

Jazz Chisholm Is Giving The Yankees More Reasons To Let Him Walk In Free Agency

In his early days with the Miami Marlins, Jazz Chisholm Jr made his fiery personality known and was always in the headlines. One of the big reasons the New York Yankees could be shopping the star second baseman is how he handled being benched in Game 1 of the Wild Card series against the Boston Red Sox. Jazz Chisholm Jr.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 27

Yankees agree to contract with 2025 Mexican League MVP

The New York Yankees have agreed to a contract with outfielder/first baseman Nick Torres, per a team announcement from Algodeneros Union Laguna. Talkin’ Yanks later confirmed the report, stating that the 2025 Mexican League MVP had indeed signed with the Yankees.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / December 27

Yankees Linked to Blockbuster Move for $154 Million Star

The New York Yankees face significant uncertainty in their starting pitching staff heading into the upcoming season. Key arms like Gerrit Cole and Clarke Schmidt are recovering from serious injuries, creating gaps that could impact the team’s performance early on.

Brent Headrick News / Empire Sports Media / December 27

Brent Headrick could take on a bigger role with the Yankees in 2026

The number that keeps circling back is not flashy. Twenty-three innings. That is all Brent Headrick needed in 2025 to make his case, and for a New York Yankees bullpen suddenly light on certainty, those innings carry more weight than they look like on the surface.

Jazz Chisholm News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 27

Yankees’ Jazz Chisholm claps back at fans for social media trash talking

In a week filled with online nitpicking and roster speculation, the spotlight found him again. New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. became the center of conversation as fans mixed trash talk with fresh trade chatter, and he chose not to stay quiet.

Jasson Dominguez News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

Rough Winter League performance causes panic for this Yankees outfielder

His recent statistics have popped up some question marks within the Yankees environment.

Yankees linked to a new All-Star outfielder in free agency

Yankees Agree To Minor League Deals With Ali Sanchez, Zack Short

Why trading Jazz Chisholm Jr. would make zero sense for the Yankees

25 MLB prospects who will make an impact in 2026

The 'MLB 500 stolen bases club' quiz

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

Yankees Prospects to Keep an Eye on in 2026

The New York Yankees’ stretch of inactivity will continue through the end of 2025, with the team remaining reluctant to make any big moves. If they continue to make only smaller/minor league signings, they’re going to have to dip into next year’s prospect pool to find substitutes for injured and struggling players.