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How Yankees OF Aaron Judge truly feels about potential MLB expansion in Sacramento

An 8-2 series-opening win over the Athletics in Sacramento Friday night extended the New York Yankees’ current winning streak to five games. At 35-22, they are a game and a half behind the Tampa Bay Rays for the AL East lead.

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Amed Rosario is in uncharted territory

If you asked me what the highlight of Tuesday’s 15-1 drubbing of the Royals was, I’d pick Cam Schlittler’s casual six-inning, one-run start. But a close second would be Amed Rosario’s four-hit, two-homer performance.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 30

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Rube Oldring

In the early, pre-Babe Ruth days of the franchise, the New York Yankees/Highlanders often featured great players who had or would go on to have championship success at the big league level.

MLB News / Yardbarker / May 30

Yankees could enter Tarik Skubal trade talks under one condition

If the Detroit Tigers make Skubal available in trade talks, the Yankees will most definitely be in the mix to trade for him.

Dodgers may have a big trade package for Tarik Skubal

'Early favorite' emerges in potential Tarik Skubal trade

How the Tigers could boost the trade market for ace Tarik Skubal

Tarik Skubal's imminent return won't be enough to save Tigers season

The 'ERA leaders since 2003' quiz

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

How many of the 53 Major League Baseball players not born in the United States of America with 250 or more career home runs can you name in seven minutes?

The 'Last 30-HR season by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most K's to start an MLB career' quiz

The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 30

The backup catcher: A market analysis

Once again, the Yankees boast the best offense in the American League. Ben Rice might actually get more MVP votes if they were tallied today than Aaron Judge, and Cody Bellinger has made everyone forget who Kyle Tucker is.

MLB News / Yardbarker

The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history

Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.

Paul Goldschmidt News / New York Yankees on SI / May 30

Paul Goldschmidt Is a Dark Horse to Make the American League's All-Star Roster

It's still a little early to start thinking about All-Star Game appearances, but right now, if there is someone on the New York Yankees who probably thought his July would be open, it was probably Paul Goldschmidt.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / May 30

Yankees News: Looking ahead to the trade deadline

MLB Trade Rumors | Anthony Franco: We’re still a bit of a ways off from the trade deadline and the season leading up to it, but a picture is starting to be painted in regards to what the Yankees might do.

Tarik Skubal News / New York Yankees on SI / May 29

Yankees Don't Have Right Prospects For Tarik Skubal Trade

It's no secret the Tigers are considering trading ace Tarik Skubal, who's recovering from elbow surgery. It's also no secret that the Yankees have been identified as a potential suitor for the two-time American League Cy Young Award winner.

Anthony Volpe News / New York Yankees on SI / May 29

Anthony Volpe's Hot Starts Aren't New, but Can He Finish Strong?

When Anthony Volpe came to the plate for the Yankees in the ninth inning with one out and runners on second and third on Monday, it was easy for any spectator watching to feel a bit jaded by the potential outcome.

Aaron Judge News / Viral Sports News / May 29

Yankees Superstar Aaron Judge Eyes MLB History This Weekend

The New York Yankees capped off a strong series by shutting out the Kansas City Royals 7-0 on Wednesday, securing a three-game sweep in the process. This decisive victory highlighted the team’s pitching dominance and timely hitting, allowing them to build momentum heading into the next stretch of their schedule.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 10-K games by MLB franchise' quiz

How many of the pitchers to strikeout at least 10 batters the most times in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

MLB News / Yardbarker

Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?

The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.

Randal Grichuk News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28

Recent DFA haunting Yankees proves they made big mistake

The New York Yankees are facing fresh scrutiny over their decision to designate veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk for assignment on April 29. Roughly one month after designating veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk for assignment, the move is drawing renewed attention as his production with the Chicago White Sox continues to grow.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 28

Yankees' Highly Touted Prospect Continues Ascent in Rankings

Although the New York Yankees have gotten all-around great play from the shortstop position this season, they still have a future franchise shortstop waiting in the wings.

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The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

The 'Foreign-born 250-HR club' quiz

The 'NBA Coaches of the Year' quiz

The 'Active playoff double-doubles' quiz

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28

Reggie Jackson worries about Yankees’ 2026 World Series chances

The New York Yankees have been playing well over the last week, currently winners of four straight games after a blowout victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday.

Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28

Audio catches fan’s bold advice to Yankees’ Aaron Judge before at-bat

The New York Yankees finished off a sweep of the Kansas City Royals with a 7-0 win on Wednesday night. The offense came alive at Kauffman Stadium, and the Bombers picked up some much-needed wins in the AL East race.

New York Yankees News / EasySportz / May 28

5 Signs Gerrit Cole Is Back — And Why It Matters Now

There’s a quiet fire in the Yankees’ rotation, and it’s coming from the mound. Gerrit Cole didn’t just throw a strong game Wednesday — he threw one that felt like a statement.

Gerrit Cole News / Field Level Media / May 27

Gerrit Cole brilliant again as Yankees sweep Royals

Gerrit Cole scattered four hits and struck out 10 over 6 2/3 stellar innings and Ben Rice had three RBIs as the visiting New York Yankees completed a three-game sweep with a 7-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / May 27

Yankees' Aaron Boone Provides Encouraging Giancarlo Stanton Update

The New York Yankees received an encouraging update on injured DH Giancarlo Stanton. Manager Aaron Boone told reporters that Stanton's most recent MRI on Tuesday revealed "a lot of improvement" in his right calf.

George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / May 27

Yankees Top Prospect George Lombard Jr. May Be Finding His Groove in Triple-A

New York Yankees infield prospect George Lombard Jr. was promoted to Triple-A at the end of April. And while the 20-year-old's first month with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders hasn't necessarily been smooth sailing, he might be starting to heat up a bit at the plate.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / May 27

Pedro Martinez puts rivalry aside, expresses belief in Yankees

Despite his struggles in his final chapter against the Yankees as a player, Martinez is more commonly associated with one of the worst memories for Yankees fans.

Yankees make franchise history with hit parade in 15-1 win over Royals

Five MLB teams that should get ready to sell at trade deadline

Yankees' Cam Schlittler solidifying status as front-runner for AL Cy Young

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

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / May 27

Yankees' Cam Schlittler solidifying status as front-runner for AL Cy Young

New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler has emerged as a top contender for the AL Cy Young award this season.

Yankees make franchise history with hit parade in 15-1 win over Royals

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / May 27

Do the Yankees Need Some Ninth-Inning Help?

Cody Bellinger, Amed Rosario, Anthony Volpe, Trent Grisham and Jazz Chisholm Jr. combined to hit six home runs, while Cam Schlittler allowed one run over six strong innings, as the visiting New York Yankees beat the Kansas City Royals for a 13th straight time, including playoffs, 15-1 on Tuesday night.