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Gerrit Cole takes huge step toward return after missing 2025 season

Fans hoping the New York Yankees would avenge their 2024 World Series loss this season were hit with a devastating gut-punch in spring training. New York’s ace Gerrit Cole underwent Tommy John surgery and was lost for the year.

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How Cam Schlittler, Ben Rice, and Will Warren can each elevate their games

The Yankees season ended far sooner than all those involved would have hoped, but that does not mean the season was a total loss. One of the most encouraging developments of the last year was the emergence of Cam Schlittler, Ben Rice, and Will Warren from relatively unheralded prospect status into legitimate contributors at the major league level.

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB pitchers to get at least 10 strikeouts in one World Series appearance can you name in six minutes?

The 'World Series Game 1 starters' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

The 'Playoff home run leaders by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

Among the countless Hall of Famers who never experienced the joy of winning a World Series, there are several notable legends who stand out. Here's our list of the 25 greatest.

Bryce Harper News / New York Yankees on SI / November 1

Bryce Harper's Trade Rumors Reaction Should Have Yankees Fans' Attention

The New York Yankees will be linked to two big bats. That's Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker. Now, what if there's a world where they get neither, but find themselves in the position to take advantage of a team with a disgruntled star?

Yoshinobu Yamamoto News / Yardbarker / November 1

Dodgers ace Yoshinobu Yamamoto's dominance should haunt Yankees

Superstar starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto did it again in a must-win Game 6 on Friday night, carving up a potent Blue Jays lineup.

World Series Game 6 takeaways: Dodgers force Game 7 with game-ending double play

Mookie Betts breaks slump, plays hero for Dodgers in World Series Game 6

Dave Roberts addresses Dodgers’ plan for Shohei Ohtani in Game 7

The 25 all-time greatest MLB postseason performers

The 'Last playoff complete game by MLB team' quiz

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / November 1

Yankees Legend Says Mets Are Closer to a Championship

Although there may not be an actual rivalry between the New York Mets and New York Yankees, debates on who is better have been ongoing in New York since Steve Cohen entered the scene.

Cody Bellinger News / Sporting News / October 31

Yankees seen as a potential frontrunner for $427 million four-time All-Star, Cody Bellinger replacement

This would lock down an outfield spot for the next decade.

Luis Gil News / Pinstripe Alley / October 31

Yankee fans prefer to keep Luis Gil a starter

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across Major League Baseball. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Yankees fans and fans across the country.

New York Yankees News / Sporting News / October 31

Yankees predicted to sign $182M, 2-time World Series Champ, 3-time All-Star, complicating infield

The New York Yankees could make a free agency move that would make the infield interesting.

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.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / October 31

Mets Slugger May Not Fit Yankees

With the New York Yankees seemingly having found their first baseman of the future in Ben Rice, they aren't likely to make a run at a slugger from their crosstown rivals who is set to reach free agency.

Jasson Dominguez News / Athlon Sports / October 31

Jasson Dominguez Keep Or Trade This Winter

The New York Yankees spent most of last year figuring out what they have in Jasson Dominguez. No shockers. He is 22, athletic, fast, with real bat speed and his talent still needs shaping.

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The 'TDs from Josh Allen or Patrick Mahomes' quiz

The 'World Series single-game K leaders' quiz

The 'NFL passer rating leaders' quiz

The 'World Series walk-off home runs' quiz

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / October 31

Yankees Unlikely to Sign Red Sox Star

After finding who they hope is their starting third baseman for the next few seasons in Ryan McMahon, who is under contract through 2027, the New York Yankees aren't expected to pursue one of the top infielders available in free agency this offseason.

Devin Williams News / Pinstripe Alley / October 31

Yankees 2025 Roster Report Cards: Devin Williams

The Yankees’ “Plan B” after losing Juan Soto in December 2024 will be talked about for years to come. After failing to match the near-$800 million commitment

New York Yankees News / Big Fight Weekend / October 31

Emanuel Navarrete vs Eduardo Nunez all-Mexican unification fight nears – one potential stumbling block

The super featherweight division continues to produce many talented fighters and has fascinating potential unification fights. Dan Rafael has reported via his Fight Freaks Unite Substack that a potential unification clash between IBF champion Eduardo Nunez and WBO champion Emanuel Navarrete is on the verge of happening.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / October 31

Dodgers Can Learn From Yankees Dynasty

The Toronto Blue Jays beat the New York Yankees in the American League Division Series. Now that they're a game away from winning a World Series, they find themselves fending off other Yankee ghosts.

Giancarlo Stanton News / New York Yankees on SI / October 31

Can Yankees Still Rely on Their Superstar Slugger?

Giancarlo Stanton is inching closer to 500 home runs. Sitting at 453, and with two years left on his deal, can Stanton stay healthy enough to reach that mark, and if he does, at age 35, can he post another year hitting .273/.350/.594?

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / October 31

No, Yankees Shouldn't Trade Gold Glove Finalist

The New York Yankees are facing some tough decisions this offseason, but one decision should be clear. They should certainly hang onto their elite defender at the hot corner; a deadline acquisition who has yet to show his potential at the plate, but brings the attitude and defense the Yankees have been sorely missing.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / October 31

Second-Year Starter Has to Earn His Spot in the Yankees’ Rotation

Right now, the New York Yankees arguably have the most homegrown, young talent that they’ve had in over a decade. Ben Rice, Cam Schlittler, and Jasson Dominguez may be the most popular of the bunch, but there is one starter whose value has flown under the radar: rookie pitcher Will Warren, who started 33 games for the Yankees this past season.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / October 30

Seven Takeaways From The New York Yankees’ 2025 Season

The 2025 season felt like a different movie, just a similar plot and ending, for the New York Yankees. Aaron Judge was historically, transcendentally great; Giancarlo Stanton was great when he played, but missed significant time to injury; fans wanted Aaron Boone fired after the annual June tailspin; the team came up short in October.

Devin Williams News / Athlon Sports / October 29

Devin Williams' Best MLB Fit After Turbulent Yankees Stint

Highlights • After an uneven 2025 in New York, Williams hits the market. • The New York Yankees fit hinges on a Bednar pairing, price, and luxury tax math.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / October 29

Yankees broadcasting team parts ways with 20-year veteran

Recently, the New York Yankees’ season came to an end with a Game 4 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS. The Blue Jays are now off competing with

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 28

Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman takes aim at former team

There's no love lost for Aroldis Chapman when it comes to the New York Yankees.

How potentially losing Alex Bregman impacts the Red Sox

Three potential Bryce Harper trade destinations as Phillies rumors swirl

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

The 'MLB Comeback Player of the Year award winners' quiz

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

What’s Next for the Yankees This Offseason

By the end of this week, the 2025 MLB season will be completed. No matter which champion is crowned, it will mark the 16th season of an early exit for the New York Yankees.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / October 26

Yankees hire Desi Druschel to coaching staff

Desi Druschel is returning to the New York Yankees as an assistant to pitching coach Matt Blake, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports. He worked in that same capacity during the 2022-24 seasons, and is now back in the Bronx after a one-year sojourn across town as an assistant pitching coach with the Mets.

Cody Bellinger News / Athlon Sports / October 26

The Yankees Big Decision Between Kyle Tucker And Cody Bellinger

Kyle Tucker is expected to ask for something around 10 years and $350 million or more. Cody Bellinger is projected in more of a five- or six-year window, closer to $140–$180 million total.