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Yankees expected to get Clarke Schmidt boost vs. Twins as playoffs draw near

Clarke Schmidt is close to returning to the New York Yankees. Schmidt has been recovering from Tommy John surgery and he is expected to be activated on Wednesday as the team continues its series against the Minnesota Twins, according to Gray Phillips of NY Daily News Sports.

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Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Shares the Advice He Received From Derek Jeter

The New York Yankees' No. 1 prospect, shortstop George Lombard Jr., recently revealed that he had the chance to get some tips from Derek Jeter earlier this year.

Cam Schlittler News / Larry Brown Sports / September 15

Ex-Yankees pitcher makes his case for Cam Schlittler as an AL MVP candidate

The New York Yankees have the second-best record in the American League with 87 wins entering Tuesday. That includes a long absence from reigning AL MVP winner Aaron Judge, who has played just 65 games due to injury.

Aaron Judge News / Viral Sports News / September 15

New York Yankees Make Sudden Aaron Judge Announcement

The New York Yankees will take the field Tuesday night at Target Field without Aaron Judge in the lineup, a planned rest day that arrives one night after the club officially punched its ticket to October.

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

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New York Yankees News / Stadium Rant / September 15

Yankees' Postseason Predicament Is Exposing MLB’s Critical Flaw

The New York Yankees are a very good baseball team. Major League Baseball’s outdated system is failing to reward them for that. The Yankees have proven to be one of baseball’s premier threats once again this season, even managing to withstand a lengthy absence from captain and resident superstar Aaron Judge.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

New York Yankees News / New Baseball Media / September 15

How the Yankees Made the 2026 MLB Postseason

Yet again, the Yankees will be back playing postseason baseball. New York clinched a playoff spot on September 15, marking the fourth straight year that the Yankees will participate in the playoffs.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

Yankees' Biggest Weakness That Must Be Fixed Ahead of the MLB Postseason

The New York Yankees officially punched their ticket to the MLB postseason on Monday night. Although a loss by the Toronto Blue Jays is what brought the magic number to zero, the Yankees made sure to celebrate with a win by staging an impressive comeback against the Minnesota Twins.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

How Yankees’ George Lombard Jr. already impressed Aaron Judge

George Lombard Jr. hasn’t been in the majors for long, but the New York Yankees rookie is already earning the respect of the most important voice in their clubhouse.

Aaron Boone News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

Aaron Boone’s Work Shouldn’t Be Overlooked, Even if Yankees Are Far From Done

The New York Yankees popping champagne and celebrating another playoff berth feels automatic in the Bronx. It's easy to take this for granted when the playoffs seem all but guaranteed every season, but looking at this year in a vacuum, a lot of credit should go to Aaron Boone.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Carlos Lagrange News / Athlon Sports / September 15

Yankees Prospect Carlos Lagrange Makes First Appearance in Months

New York Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange is set to make his first appearance in months after completing his recovery from a right shoulder injury.

Cam Schlittler News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

Why Cam Schlittler Should Be Easy Choice for Yankees as Their Game 1 Starter

Harold Reynolds made it clear on MLB Network on Monday who he thought should be the New York Yankees' Game 1 starter in the playoffs. To him, it's Gerrit Cole.

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

Carlos Rodón Making Case for Bigger Postseason Role

On paper, the New York Yankees rotation is set. Cam Schlittler earned his role as the Game 1 starter and AL Cy Young frontrunner, and right behind him is Gerrit Cole, the longtime ace with a wealth of postseason experience.

Aaron Judge News / Field Level Media / September 15

Fresh off celebration, Yankees back to business vs. Twins

Aaron Judge tried his best to answer reporters' postgame questions as he battled the sting of champagne in his eyes in a celebratory locker room Monday.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

The Reason Why the Yankees Desperately Need to Win AL East and No. 1 Seed in AL

The New York Yankees are still chasing the Tampa Bay Rays for both the AL East title and the top seed in the American League. The Yankees are trying to catch up to the Rays before a pivotal four-game series between the teams at Yankee Stadium next week.

Austin Wells News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Yankees’ Austin Wells offers bold All-Star rotation take after clinching playoff berth

The New York Yankees secured their place in the 2026 postseason after the Toronto Blue Jays lost 8-3 to the Detroit Tigers. Following an 8-3 road win against the Minnesota Twins on Monday night, catcher Austin Wells complimented the club’s starting rotation who has been a major key to their success.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14

Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth

Making a September return to help push the New York Yankees into the playoffs, Aaron Judge found his stroke again on Monday night.

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong ties franchise legend with HR No. 42

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Tarik Skubal silences Reds as Dodgers clinch 14th straight playoff berth

Struggles may keep Edwin Diaz from Dodgers' postseason roster

Dodgers provide encouraging Shohei Ohtani injury update

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Aaron Judge seems to have a different view of Cam Schlittler’s MVP case

Aaron Judge appears to have drawn a line between the MVP award and the Cy Young honor. Following the New York Yankees’ 2-0 win against the New York Mets

Brent Headrick News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

A Look At Brent Headrick’s Breakout Campaign

Back in January, MLBTR looked at the Yankees’ bullpen and a list of six internal candidates to round out the middle and low-leverage innings behind top relievers David Bednar and Fernando Cruz.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Rough Gerrit Cole outing raises concerns for Yankees postseason rotation

Cole is slumping at the wrong time.

Cole's latest struggles further prove Mets have his number

Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Unexpected Diamondbacks pitcher throws immaculate inning

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman hits his first two MLB HRs in back-to-back games

Kazuma Okamoto's plate discipline adds to impressive rookie season

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

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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

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

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