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As Aaron Judge Returns, Yankees Are Benching Their Hottest Hitter

When Aaron Judge returns Tuesday from his right elbow strain, the Yankees expect him to serve as designated hitter while he regains throwing ability. It’s a valid medical precaution, but one that creates a painful puzzle for Aaron Boone when making the Yankees lineup.

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Yankees share significant update on Aaron Judge

Aaron Judge’s court will soon be in session once again in the Bronx. The New York Yankees superstar, who has missed 10 straight games, is slated to return to the lineup on Tuesday in the second game of a three-game series against the Texas Rangers.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 5

Boone Offers No Guarantees After Devin Williams’ Third Straight Blowup

Here we go again. Two home runs and two blown saves later and suddenly Devin Williams' job is on the line again. Aaron Boone stood byWilliams, insisting the All-Star right-hander would remain the Yankees’ closer after New York traded for two other ninth-inning arms in David Bednar and Camilo Doval.

Devin Williams News / Yardbarker / August 5

Yankees implosion should be final straw for Williams as closer

Yankees implosion should be final straw for Devin Williams as closer

On Monday, New York Yankees closer Devin Williams' nightmarish season continued in an 8-5 extra innings loss to the Texas Rangers, making one thing painfully obvious. It's time for manager Aaron Boone to give the job to someone else.

Brewers catch break with star rookie's positive injury update

Dansby Swanson’s baserunning error costs Cubs in loss to Reds

How George Springer's injury is impacting the Blue Jays

Mariners are all set for postseason push

What comes next for Rockies bullpen after the Seth Halvorsen injury

Carlos Correa accidentally drove another Twins player to request a trade

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Gary Sheffield Jr. Analyzes the Yankees’ Struggles

There’s no two ways around it, the Yankees are struggling and have been for over two months. A season once trending toward another potential AL Pennant is falling apart.

Paul Goldschmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Paul Goldschmidt breaks home run drought with leadoff blast vs. Rangers

The New York Yankees are hoping to get back on track after dropping three straight games to the Miami Marlins. The Yankees fell to third place in the AL East after the embarrassing sweep in Miami as the Red Sox surpassed New York in the division for the first time this season.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / August 4

Yankees OF Aaron Judge could return to action Tuesday

Two-time American League MVP Aaron Judge could make his return to the New York Yankees' lineup on Tuesday. Judge has been on the 10-day injured list with a flexor strain in his right elbow, but he has been hitting off Yankees minor league pitchers at the team's complex in Tampa for the past few days.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

Yankees sign former Twins’ Cy Young runner up

The New York Yankees are turning to a veteran arm for rotational depth, signing right-hander Kenta Maeda to a minor league contract, the club announced Monday.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Ex-Yankee Pushes Back Hard On Criticism Of Aaron Boone

Lance Lynn has a message for anyone calling Aaron Boone too soft and unlike Alex Rodriguez, who took a veiled shot at the Yankees manager and player accountability, Lynn actually has been in Boone's clubhouse.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 4

Yankees Exec Praised After MLB Trade Deadline

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman was wheeling and dealing ahead of last week's trade deadline, completing a total of five deals on Thursday to bolster his roster for the stretch run.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Yankees Replace Marcus Stroman's Mess with Kenta Maeda's Meltdown

Just days after parting ways with Marcus Stroman, the New York Yankees are reportedly in agreement with Kenta Maeda on a minor-league contract. According to Yuki Yamada of MLB.com, New York has expressed interest in bringing in the 36-year-old as a potential depth piece for a rotation that's been hit hard by injuries and inconsistency.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 4

How Far Did Yankees Fall In Latest MLB Power Rankings?

How low will the New York Yankees go? Their summer swoon has dropped Aaron Boone's club to third place in the American League East, 4 1/2 games behind the first-place Toronto Blue Jays.

Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Former Big Leaguer Rips Jazz Chisholm for Lack of Accountability

Former big leaguer and MLB Network analyst Xavier Scruggs didn’t just criticize Jazz Chisholm Jr.’s Saturday baserunning mistake—he called out the New York Yankees second baseman’s attitude afterward, saying it reflects a broader accountability problem.

Kenta Maeda News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 4

Yankees Discussing Deal With Kenta Maeda

The Yankees are discussing a possible deal with right-hander Kenta Maeda, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. Maeda had been with the Cubs on a minor league deal but was released on the weekend, according to his MLB.com transactions tracker.

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Aaron Boone News / Athlon Sports / August 4

Could This Stretch Define Aaron Boone’s Yankees Tenure?

This isn’t just fans calling the postgame show or throwing things at their TVs. It’s more meaningful than fans ranting on social media. This is the kind

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / August 4

Today in MLB History: New York Yankees Star Alex Rodriguez Reaches Major Milestones

Alex Rodriguez had plenty of memorable moments over the course of his 22-year MLB career, racking up countless highlights and accolades with the Seattle Mariners, Texas Rangers and New York Yankees.

Austin Wells News / New York Yankees on SI / August 4

Yankees Catcher In Danger of Losing Job

There's plenty of blame to go around for the New York Yankees' free fall over the past two months, but the struggles of the club's starting catcher have seemingly flown a bit under the radar.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 4

3 moves New York Yankees must make after 2025 MLB trade deadline

The New York Yankees were one of the most active teams at the MLB trade deadline. They brought in seven pieces, three relief pitchers and four position players, in the days leading up to the deadline.

Max Fried News / Field Level Media / August 4

Yankees' Max Fried takes aim at Rangers for first time in career

The slumping New York Yankees will turn to ace left-hander Max Fried to help snap a three-game losing streak when they play the Texas Rangers on Monday night in Arlington, Texas.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Marlins troll Yankees with fitting song amid series sweep

The Miami Marlins turned to good ol’ Neil Diamond to clown on the New York Yankees during their impressive weekend triumph.

Surprising Marlins earn MLB first in sweep of Yankees

Aaron Boone addresses Alex Rodriguez’s criticism of Yankees

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MLB News / Yardbarker / August 4

Surprising Marlins earn MLB first in sweep of Yankees

The Miami Marlins achieved a franchise first on Sunday. In doing so, they carved out an interesting place in MLB history.

Miami trolls New York with a fitting song amid its series sweep

Aaron Boone addresses Alex Rodriguez’s criticism of the Yankees

Braves hang on to beat Reds in MLB Speedway Classic at Bristol

...but lose this star to injury

Rockies are making some interesting moves around first base

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / August 3

Aaron Boone addresses Alex Rodriguez’s criticism of Yankees

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone responded Sunday, one day after Alex Rodriguez suggested his team lacks discipline and accountability.

The Yankees manager must get harsh with his players

Yankees' new-look bullpen blows huge lead in loss to Marlins

Yankees receive positive Aaron Judge update

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New York Yankees News / The Spun / August 3

Derek Jeter Puts Aaron Boone On Notice Amid Yankees Slump

Derek Jeter may have been the face of the New York Yankees for two decades, but that doesn't mean he'll defend them every day of his life. After starting off the 2025 season with a ton of promise, the Yankees have completely unraveled.