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Aaron Boone feels ‘comfortable’ playing Ryan McMahon at shortstop

On Tuesday, New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone did that thing he does—dropping a bombshell with the casual tone of a man ordering a latte. Per Chris Kirschner of The Athletic, he said he’s “comfortable” with Ryan McMahon playing shortstop if the season started today.

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Yankees Get Disappointing Carlos Rodon Update From Aaron Boone

The New York Yankees have been eagerly awaiting the return of left handed starting pitching Carlos Rodon ever since the team revealed he would need offseason surgery.

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The 'MLB Rookies of the Year since 2000' quiz

How many of these past ROY winners since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

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David Bednar News / New York Yankees on SI / March 17

Yankees Closer Unavailable for Team USA in WBC Final

Playing in the World Baseball Classic certainly has its benefits, but there are risks attached to it as well. It's not like the WBC has produced any major injuries this year, but the risk is always there.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Gerrit Cole News / New York Yankees on SI / March 17

What Yankees Should Expect From Gerrit Cole's Return

It's been far too long since the New York Yankees have been able to put out a lineup card with Gerrit Cole's name on it. Come March 18, that will no longer be the case.

Derek Jeter News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Ex-Yankees star Jorge Posada reveals to Derek Jeter if he’d ever coach in MLB

Former New York Yankees star Jorge Posada served as an assistant hitting coach for Team Italy up until the ball club’s elimination from the World Baseball Classic on Monday night, as Team Venezuela defeated them 4-2.

Francisco Cervelli News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Francisco Cervelli’s message to Italy after World Baseball Classic semifinal loss says what everybody’s thinking

Italy manager Francisco Cervelli delivered a pointed message to his team following its World Baseball Classic semifinal loss, a sentiment that highlighted how the team’s showing is being viewed despite the result.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / March 17

Three Yankees Prospects Battling for Roster Spot

Spring training’s lifespan has shrunk to weeks as Opening Day fast approaches. The New York Yankees are constantly evaluating their options to finalize the opening-day roster.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / March 17

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Tim Lollar

Baseball careers rarely follow a straight line. Some players spend years bouncing not only between the majors and the minors, but between teams and even leagues.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 17

Yankees Superstar Needs to Live Up to $162 Million Deal

Although the current incarnation of the New York Yankees is far removed from the days of lavish spending when the late-great George Steinbrenner ruled the land with his checkbook, when the team wants somebody, they go after them.

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Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / March 17

WBC Gives Yankees' Aaron Judge Opportunity to Prove Haters Wrong

The New York Yankees were well-represented when Team USA took down Team DR in the semifinal of the 2026 World Baseball Classic. Closer David Bednar made waves with a seventh inning save that helped secure the United States the win.

Francisco Cervelli News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 17

Omar Lopez shares moment with Francisco Cervelli after Venezuela-Italy WBC game

The World Baseball Classic continues to showcase global competition, and the Venezuela vs. Italy semifinal delivered a defining moment. Following Venezuela’s 4–2 victory, managers Omar Lopez and Francisco Cervelli shared a powerful display of respect that resonated beyond the final score.

Cam Schlittler News / Pinstripe Alley / March 17

Yankees news: Cam Schlittler won’t be fully built up to start season

MLB.com | Bryan Hoch: As spring training nears an end, these are some interesting observations or storylines to follow. Due to a minor setback, Cam Schlittler’s

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 16

Yankees Could Use Four-Man Rotation to Start Season

Spring training performances will certainly have something to do with this decision, but there's a real world where the New York Yankees roll out just four starters through the first two weeks.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / March 16

Aaron Judge has surprising opinion on the World Baseball Classic

Aaron Judge had a fairly bold take on the atmosphere at the World Baseball Classic following Sunday night’s game. Judge and Team USA held off the Dominican Republic 2-1 at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Fla.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / March 16

Yankees have a ‘young Gerrit Cole’ in second-year star Cam Schlittler

The baseball world loves a good underdog story, especially when it involves a player leapfrogging through the minor leagues like they’re playing a video game on rookie mode.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / March 16

Kervin Castro predicted to make Opening Day roster

The New York Yankees are doing that thing again. You know the one. Every spring, while the rest of the world fixates on Aaron Judge’s swing or whether