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Friday's Aaron Judge Update Leaves Yankees With Clear Decision to Make

The second half of the 2026 baseball season has begun now that the MLB All-Star Break is behind us. While Yankees fans are excited to see if Aaron Boone's squad has what it takes to challenge for the World Series, a large chunk of the fan base has one topic on their mind as the action resumes on Friday: star slugger Aaron Judge's health.

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Yankees Given Strong Warning From Team Legend Alex Rodriguez

The New York Yankees will kick off the second half of the 2026 MLB season with renewed purpose as they open a three-game set against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Friday.

MLB News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / July 17

New York Yankees Reportedly Not Prioritizing Shortstop Upgrade At Trade Deadline

As the MLB trade deadline approaches, the New York Yankees are expected to be aggressive buyers. However, one position apparently isn’t near the top of the organization’s shopping list.

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The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?

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Shohei Ohtani News / NewYorkYankeesCommunity / July 17

Ohtani Available to Hit vs Yankees Despite Knee Concerns

As the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles Dodgers set to face each other on Friday night, Shohei Ohtani’s health has become a big factor. After much speculation about the two-way star’s availability for the three-game series, the Dodgers announced that Ohtani will be available for the first game.

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Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

New York Yankees News / NewYorkYankeesCommunity / July 17

Yankees Predicted to Part Ways with Struggling $16M Star Ahead of Trade Deadline

The first half of the 2026 MLB season is done, alongwith the All-Star Game. The New York Yankees have had a good season, but certainly not as impactful as they would’ve wanted it to be, forcing them to explore roster changes.

MLB News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Help is on the way for Aaron Boone and the New York Yankees.

Updates on Mets' Francisco Lindor, Bo Bichette emerge after bombshell trade deadline report

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Hunter Goodman News / Yardbarker / July 17

Could Yankees trade for Rockies power-hitting catcher Hunter Goodman?

Adding Goodman would significantly boost the Yankees' catcher situation.

Yankees have made a decision about Francisco Lindor, other Mets stars

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Is Derek Jeter admission about Anthony Volpe a 'red flag'?

The '50-HR MLB seasons' quiz

Jazz Chisholm News / The Lead / July 17

Should the Yankees Consider Trading Jazz Chisholm Jr.?

As the MLB trade deadline inches closer, the New York Yankees will be searching for reinforcements to complete their quest for a 28th World Series championship.

Max Fried News / Athlon Sports / July 17

Yankees Provide Optimistic Update on Max Fried

As the New York Yankees prepare to kick off the second half of their season, the team provided a much-needed update on the status of their ace, Max Fried.

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The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / July 17

Yankees Draft: How did the picks fare in College World Series play?

" /> Bear Harrison, selected in the fifth round, was the starting catcher for Texas A&M. During NCAA Tournament play, Harrison slashed .250/.444/.500 with three hits, four walks, and a home run.

Austin Wells News / Viral Sports News / July 17

Yankees Slammed With Disastrous News Involving Austin Wells

Matthew Schmidt of Yankees Roundtable notes that the New York Yankees are confronting significant challenges at the catcher position as the MLB trade deadline looms.

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The 'Rushing TD leaders by NFL team' quiz

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / July 17

3 Reasons Why Yankees Should Hate Their 2027 Schedule: West Coast Woes Lead the Way

The 2026 MLB season is far from over as the Yankees come out of the All-Star break, looking to retake the American League lead before challenging for the World Series this fall.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 17

Max Fried to make rehab assignment start Friday

One member of the Yankees pitching staff is nearing a return and will make a necessary step in the return to the major league mound.

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

The 'Most home runs for every MLB team in 2019' quiz

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / July 17

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Tillinghast L’Hommedieu Huston

" /> Work began in 1922, with Huston a regular presence at the site. As construction drew to a close, he expressed his desire to sell his half of the club to Ruppert.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / July 17

Yankees' Aaron Judge names greatest accomplishment of Hall of Fame career

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge will undeniably go down as one of the greatest offensive players in the history of the storied franchise. What does he consider his greatest honor?

Former Yankees star, announcer share Aaron Judge warnings amid uncertainty about return

Dodgers visiting Yankees for first time since 2024 World Series

Yankees teammates make history in first inning of All-Star Game

Yankees have unique way of motivating, angering Cam Schlittler

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

Jonathan Ornelas News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 17

Jonathan Ornelas To Opt Out Of Yankees Deal

Infielder Jonathan Ornelas is opting out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, reports Francys Romero. He’ll become a free agent if New York doesn’t select him onto the MLB roster.