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Yankees insider sheds light on Game 2 starter, says Cam Schlittler is ‘likely’ to take the ball

The annual anxiety that typically grips the New York Yankees’ pitching staff during the spring has, miraculously, remained mostly at bay this year. In recent seasons, the Grapefruit League schedule felt more like a recurring episode of a medical drama than a baseball ramp-up, with fans checking injury reports more often than box scores.

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Yankees Projected Game Two Starter Revealed

A pair of injuries have the New York Yankees starting rotation not quite at 100%, but this team is in good shape. The team's ace, Max Fried, is taking the mound on March 25 as part of a special Opening Day broadcast on Netflix.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 13

Brian Cashman’s Aaron Boone Defense Adds Fuel to Yankees Fire

There aren't many things the New York Yankees brass can say to ease the frustrations of fans who have watched the team fail countless times in the postseason, other than to win a World Series finally.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / March 13

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Home Run Baker

" /> Tragedy struck in 1920, as during that offseason, Baker’s wife passed away after a scarlet fever outbreak. Devastated, Baker sat out the entire season, which was also Babe Ruth’s first in the Bronx.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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George Lombard Jr. News / New York Yankees on SI / March 13

Yankees Fans Can't Overreact to George Lombard Jr. News

To no surprise, the New York Yankees finally announced they'd be re-assigning their Top Prospect, George Lombard Jr., to minor league camp. The move came after their 4-3 win over the Detroit Tigers, a game that was a brisk two hours and twenty three minutes.

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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.

Carlos Lagrange News / New York Yankees on SI / March 13

Why Carlos Lagrange Should Make Yankees Opening Day Roster

While he's currently ranked the No. 79 prospect in baseball by MLB Pipeline, New York Yankees right handed pitcher Carlos Lagrange is doing things that most could only dream of.

Gerrit Cole News / Total Pro Sports / March 13

Gerrit Cole’s Latest Opening Day Update Will Send Yankees Fans Crazy

New York Yankees fans have been waiting for their ace Gerrit Cole for more than a year. The Bronx Bombers are still waiting to break their long curse of not winning the World Series since 2009.

Trent Grisham News / New York Yankees on SI / March 13

Yankees' Trent Grisham Replacement is Hiding in Plain Sight

It's been quite the Spring Training for New York Yankees outfielders Spencer Jones and Trent Grisham. While Grisham is seemingly already locked into the Opening Day lineup, Jones is giving him a run for his money and that can't be looked past.

New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / March 13

Michael Kay Vents Frustration Over Netflix For Yankees Opening Day Snub

Michael Kay is a renowned Major League Baseball broadcaster, primarily for the New York Yankees. Kay is a longstanding play-by-play broadcaster for the Yanks on YES Network.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / March 13

Yankees news: Latest bullpen session puts Gerrit Cole near debut territory

CBS News | RotoWire: Yankees ace Gerrit Cole completed a 35-pitch live batting practice session on Thursday. Per the YES Network’s Jack Curry, the pitcher and the team will likely discuss the possibility of him pitching in a Grapefruit League game.

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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.

George Lombard Jr. News / Empire Sports Media / March 12

Yankees reassign top prospect George Lombard Jr. to minor league camp

The Grapefruit League standings are mostly a collection of lies and false hope, but the New York Yankees are currently sitting on thirteen wins against just six losses after edging out the Detroit Tigers on Thursday.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / March 12

Yankees reassign George Lombard Jr. and Ben Hess to minor league camp

The Yankees continue to make some cuts at spring training, this afternoon announcing that they had reassigned their top prospect George Lombard Jr. to minor league camp.

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New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / March 12

Aaron Judge Joins Michael Jordan in Elite $5 Million Club

Aaron Judge has just joined some extremely rare company in the booming world of sports collectibles. A rare card of the New York Yankees superstar recently

Gerrit Cole News / New York Yankees on SI / March 12

Yankees Exploring Gerrit Cole Pitching in Spring Training Game

The New York Yankees got the worst news possible last Spring Training when pitcher Gerrit Cole found out he needed Tommy John surgery. It's been a long road back for Cole, who missed the entirety of the 2025 season to work his way back to the mound.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Yankees make roster decisions on 2 players at spring training

The New York Yankees continued shaping their Opening Day roster on Thursday as the organization trimmed its pitching group during the latest round of Yankees spring training roster cuts in Florida.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / March 12

Aaron Judge baseball card sells for modern-day record $5.2M

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge's value on the field extends to his baseball cards, with a unique 2013 card breaking the modern-day record by selling for $5.2 million.

Carlos Lagrange News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 12

Yankees' Carlos Lagrange Continues to State His Case for Quick MLB Call-Up

New York Yankees pitching prospect Carlos Lagrange has been the talk of the town this spring. And now, the young flamethrower turned in another impressive performance on the mound to further set the stage for a strong campaign in 2026.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12

Francisco Cervelli on Joe Torre’s mentorship amid Italy’s WBC run

Manager Francisco Cervelli helped lead Team Italy to a perfect 4-0 record in Pool Play of the World Baseball Classic. Alongside their power on the field, Cervelli credits Team Italy’s rise with the way they prepare.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / March 11

Top Yankees Prospects Expecting Major League Promotions in 2026

Spring training is about halfway through, with the Spring Breakout showcase on the horizon. New York Yankees prospects are heavily involved this spring, with eyes glued to various names.