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Aaron Boone’s hilariously obvious response to Yankees postseason clinching scenario

The New York Yankees are close to clinching a postseason spot. In fact, they can accomplish the feat with a victory on Saturday as well as a Toronto Blue Jays loss.

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Yankees Announce George Lombard Jr. Decision on Saturday

The New York Yankees keep shuffling the deck as they try to close the gap in the American League East, and rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. is part of the latest tweak.

Brent Headrick News / Pinstripe Alley / September 12

Brent Headrick is chugging along in uncharted territory

Though the Yankees have endured their fair share of misfortune this year – injuries to several key players come to mind – they’ve also enjoyed some positive surprises.

Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Is Yankees star Aaron Judge playing today vs. Mets?

The New York Yankees have been cautious with Aaron Judge since the star returned from injury. He’s been in and out of the lineup, but Judge will surely begin seeing more consistent playing time soon.

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

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The 'Last MVP by MLB team 'quiz

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Yankees fire member of organization after three decades

The move represents a notable change for an organization that has relied heavily on its international scouting operation for decades.

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 12

How Luis Gil Can Avoid Being Demoted When Clarke Schmidt Returns to Yankees

The New York Yankees could add two key pieces to the bullpen by the time October rolls around. In addition to Ryan Weathers, the Yankees have Clarke Schmidt progressing closer towards a return to the majors.

Cam Schlittler News / Pinstripe Alley / September 12

Cam Schlittler’s not the AL MVP … right?

Regular readers know that I’ve followed one of the great Cy Young horse races in recent memory, with Cam Schlittler going great start-for-great start with the Blue Jays’ Dylan Cease.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 12

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Charlie Keller

" /> Then, in January of 1944, everything changed for Keller as he was commissioned into the U.S. Maritime Service. Keller would serve in the Pacific for the next 20 months.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 12

Five Craziest Facts About The Yankees' 34-Year Winning Season Streak

There's nothing inherently notable or exciting about a ho-hum victory over the worst team in the National League in a weekday early-September contest, but something made Tuesday night's victory stand out.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 12

Yankees look to continue offensive surge against rival Mets

The New York Yankees are starting to get going on offense, and they hope to continue their productivity at the plate Saturday afternoon when they host the New York Mets.

Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Yankees’ Aaron Judge appreciates special 9/11 God Bless America rendition

Today marked the 25th anniversary of 9/11, a tragic event that brought together the entire nation. On this day of remembering one of the most devastating

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

New York Yankees News / EssentiallySports / September 12

Yankee Stadium Erupts With 'USA' Chants & Throws 'Beer Cans' After a Fan Runs Onto the Field During Subway Series

The seventh inning of Friday night’s Subway Series had fans on the edge of their seats. With two outs and trailing 5-2 against the Yankees, the Mets had the bases loaded.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Brewers clinch playoff spot in historic fashion

Now locked into a playoff spot after an impressive win, the Milwaukee Brewers have reached an historic level of dominance in the final weeks of the regular season.

Brewers have been Pete Crow-Armstrong's kryptonite

Junior Caminero's walk-off homer beats Astros, sends Rays to playoffs

Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable decisions

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

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The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

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The '2026 NFL Week 1 starting QBs' quiz

Ben Rice News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 11

Yankees’ Ben Rice drops ‘emotional’ take after 9/11 win over Mets

NEW YORK– On a night meant to recognize the 25th anniversary of September 11th, the New York Yankees opened the Bronx portion of the 2026 Subway Series with a 6-4 victory over the crosstown New York Mets.

Carlos Rodon News / Field Level Media / September 11

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Carlos Rodon pitched 6 1/3 sharp innings and the host New York Yankees homered twice off rookie Nolan McLean in a 6-4 victory over the visiting New York Mets on Friday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Juan Soto sends message to Yankees fans ahead of latest return to the Bronx

Soto famously helped the New York Yankees reach the 2024 World Series in what became his only season with the storied club, as he ultimately accepted a 15-year, $765M contract from the New York Mets in free agency.

New Bo Bichette prediction indicates Mets could be left scrambling for lineup help

Mets outlast Marlins in wild 15-14 victory to complete sweep

The 'Active MLB 1K-hit club' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 10

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

Under the bright lights of the Bronx, Anthony Volpe returned to the New York Yankees lineup in a big, historic way on Thursday night.

Return to Yankees is 'special' for Volpe

Dodgers' Mookie Betts on pace to pass MLB legends in key metric

Pete Crow-Armstrong is first NL player since Barry Bonds to reach milestone

Cubs right-hander Kevin Gausman has been a major disappointment

6-foot-7 Oneil Cruz was ready to throw it down during bench-clearing scene

Elly De La Cruz sets personal high with home run vs. Dodgers

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 11

Why this return to Yankees is 'special' for Anthony Volpe

Back in the New York Yankees clubhouse on Thursday afternoon, Anthony Volpe laughed off any recent comparisons to Barry Bonds.

Fernando Cruz says 'supernatural' gift may allow him to pitch again for Yankees in 2026

Yankees want Aaron Judge to make one change

Why Aaron Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

Cy Young Award has a clear favorite after Cam Schlittler's dominant start

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Jazz Chisholm News / Field Level Media / September 10

Yankees place 2B Jazz Chisholm Jr. (thumb) on injured list

The New York Yankees placed second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the 10-day injured list Thursday and recalled infielder Anthony Volpe from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.