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Yankees Never Stood a Chance Against Dodgers' Kyle Tucker Offer

For MLB fans wanting a salary cap, the latest Kyle Tucker contract likely was the final straw, and the New York Yankees were on the wrong side of it. The Yankees had long been in the mix for Tucker, though they never seemed to take it super seriously.

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Yankees Dropped The Ball With Kyle Tucker

The New York Yankees were never among the main clubs in the mix for Kyle Tucker's services in free agency, instead residing on the periphery at best, but that's exactly their problem in this situation.

Cody Bellinger News / Pinstripe Alley / January 16

Yankees news: Dodgers’ Kyle Tucker signing amps up Cody Bellinger pressure

The Athletic | Chris Kirschner ($): Another day, another Cody Bellinger article. Despite recent reports that there were considerable gaps between Belli and the Yankees in terms of contract length and average annual value, Kirschner says “not so fast, my friend,” to quote the great Lee Corso.

Paul Blackburn News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 15

Yankees Re-Sign Paul Blackburn

January 15th, 2026: The Yankees officially announced Blackburn’s signing today. December 21st, 2025: The Yankees are expected to re-sign right-hander Paul Blackburn, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post.

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Can you name the active hitters with the most runs-batted-in in their career?

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MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 15

Yankees News & Buzz: Talks about Freddy Peralta continue; Yanks linked to Framber Valdez in shocking rumor, more

The New York Yankees are eagerly awaiting the resolution of the Cody Bellinger saga, but in the meantime, they are aggressively scanning the market for a starting pitcher.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 15

Yankees’ Ryan Weathers drops truth bomb on playing with Aaron Judge

The New York Yankees continue reshaping their roster ahead of the 2026 season, and the clubhouse received an immediate lift following the arrival of left-hander Ryan Weathers.

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

Legendary Yankees Catcher Joins Team Italy Coaching Staff

According to New York Yankees insider Bryan Hoch, long time Yankees catcher Jorge Posada will be appearing at the upcoming World Baseball Classic as a coach for Team Italy.

Freddy Peralta News / New York Yankees on SI / January 15

Yankees Trade Could Bring Them Closer to Freddy Peralta

The New York Yankees finally made a big move this offseason, bringing in former Miami Marlins starting pitcher Ryan Weathers in exchange for four prospects.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 15

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: José Contreras

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Cody Bellinger News / Empire Sports Media / January 15

The Yankees’ pivot if they lose Cody Bellinger could be insane

With Jon Heyman of the New York Post reporting that the Yankees have checked in on LHP Framber Valdez, it leads me to wonder if this could be a potential Plan B pivot if Cody Bellinger departs.

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

Broadcaster Calls Out Fans Upset With Yankees

It's a tale as old as time. Nobody is more critical of the New York Yankees than Yankees fans themselves. Things have been particularly sour over the last year.

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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.

Ben Rice News / New York Yankees on SI / January 15

Yankees Could Still Use Ben Rice as Catcher

Ben Rice was a jack-of-all-trades for the New York Yankees in 2025. It's funny, considering there was a chance he wouldn't even make the team this time last year.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 15

Yankees 2026 international prospects signing tracker

Today marks the beginning of MLB’s 2026 international prospects signing period, as all 30 teams can now freely vie for the top amateur talent across the globe.

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

Yankees Postseason Hero Reacts to Son Joining Team

In 1996, the New York Yankees made a call to the Florida Marlins at the trade deadline. They sent over Mark Hutton for relief pitcher David Weathers, who ended up being a key piece in the postseason that year, when the team snapped a World Series drought dating back to 1978.

MLB News / Total Apex Sports / January 14

New York Yankees Still Pursuing Freddy Peralta After Acquiring Ryan Weathers

After acquiring Starting Pitcher Ryan Weathers from the Miami Marlins yesterday, the New York Yankees are still looking to add more to their starting rotation.

Ryan Weathers News / Last Word On Sports / January 14

What is next for the Yankees after adding Weathers?

After the Yankees finalized the trade on Tuesday to acquire LHP Ryan Weathers from the Marlins for four prospects, it was clear the Yankees offseason was getting started.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 14

Yankees News & Buzz: Yanks still expected to add ‘high-profile’ arm after Ryan Weathers trade; Cody Bellinger saga nearing an end, more

The New York Yankees gave up four prospects to acquire left-hander Ryan Weathers from the Miami Marlins on Tuesday night, yet the expectation around the league is that they leverage their farm and possibly some young MLB players to bring another, higher-profile starter via trade.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / January 14

How Yankees trade addition Ryan Weathers bolsters the starting rotation

The Yankees finally made their first notable external addition on Tuesday night following weeks of dormancy, acquiring left-handed starting pitcher Ryan Weathers from the Marlins for a package of four prospects.

MLB News / CBSSports.com / January 14

MLB rumors: Yankees not done yet; Mets up Tucker offer; Jays still in on Bichette; Red Sox add pitching

Here are Wednesday's biggest MLB transactions and rumors

MLB News / CBSSports.com / January 14

MLB rumors: Yankees not done yet; Mets up Tucker offer; Jays still in on Bichette; where Red Sox may pivot

Here are Wednesday's biggest MLB transactions and rumors

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / January 13

This Pitching Prospect Could Be the Next Best Thing for the Yankees

Amidst the lack of offseason noise in the Bronx, there is one strong positive to look forward to. The New York Yankees have pitching prospect Mac Heuer heating up in the farm system.

Ryan Weathers News / Yardbarker / January 14

Yankees awaken from offseason slumber in trade with Marlins

For the second time in a week, the Miami Marlins have traded from their rotation depth. This time, the New York Yankees are the beneficiaries.

Cody Bellinger reportedly sets one condition to re-sign with Yankees

Yankees' quiet offseason could soon ramp up

Yankees may be front-runners for prized trade target Freddy Peralta

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good

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Cody Bellinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 12

Yankees Open To Including Opt-Outs In Bellinger Offer

The Yankees reportedly have a five-year offer at more than $30MM annually on the table to Cody Bellinger. ESPN’s Buster Olney nevertheless wrote over the weekend that New York was preparing for the possibility that the outfielder could head elsewhere, potentially on a six-plus year contract.