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Under-the Radar Yankees Prospect Is Picking Up Steam: How Far Can He Go in 2026?

Under-the Radar Yankees Prospect Is Picking Up Steam: How Far Can He Go in 2026?

The halfway point of the 2026 MLB season is almost here, with the annual All-Star Game only a few weeks away. The end-of-June stretch makes it the perfect opportunity to check in on the Yankees' prospect pool, as we're now three months into the campaign, giving more than enough time to evaluate the club's outlook.

Phil Hughes News / Pinstripe Alley / June 24

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Phil Hughes

For those of us who grew up in the mid-2000s, Phil Hughes was the first real Yankees super-prospect. Drafted in the first round of the 2004 draft, the young right-hander shot up prospect boards and through the Yankees farm system, taking the league by storm even before officially making his Major League debut.

Oswaldo Cabrera News / Pinstripe Alley / June 24

Yankees prospects: Cabrera, Martin stay hot for Scranton

Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 7-2 at Indianapolis Indians 3B Oswaldo Cabrera 3-6, 2 RBI, 2 K, fielding error – after a dreadful start to

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / June 24

Is 2026 the Yankees’ best chance to win the World Series?

The city of New York is on a high right now, still celebrating the Knicks’ first championship in 53 years. Though the Knicks will have every chance to

Cam Schlittler News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz

How many of the starting pitchers in the MLB Live-Ball Era (since 1920) to strike out at least 180 batters in their first 30 starts can you name in six minutes?

The 'MLB playoff debut strikeouts leaders' quiz
The 'Multiple 30/30 Club MLB seasons' quiz
The 'MLB all-time strikeout leaders' quiz
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / June 24

Yankees news: Yanks sign top Taiwanese arm

MLB.com: The Yankees have signed Chien-Fan Lai as an undrafted free agent, the team announced Tuesday. The highest-rated Taiwanese pitcher in the 2026 amateur class, Lai is a 6-foot right-hander who recently graduated from high school.

MLB News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

25 MLB players most likely to be traded by the deadline

The MLB Trade Deadline has been quieter in recent years, in part due to playoff expansion, but 2026 is shaping up to be a more exciting one with several big names.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 24
Yankees’ Aaron Boone gives Jazz Chisholm props: ‘Lollipop kid came through’

Yankees’ Aaron Boone gives Jazz Chisholm props: ‘Lollipop kid came through’

Based on what transpired inside Comerica Park on Tuesday night, there is an important question worth pondering. Did Jazz Chisholm Jr. deliberately initiate lollipop gate to incite the crowd and fire himself up?

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23
Yankees clubhouse having fun with Jazz Chisholm Jr’s lollipop habit after game-winning homer

Yankees clubhouse having fun with Jazz Chisholm Jr’s lollipop habit after game-winning homer

New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm got into some hot water when he was caught enjoying a lollipop in the field. But after his heroics on Tuesday, the franchise decided to have some fun with the situation.

Jazz Chisholm News / Field Level Media / June 23
Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits go-ahead homer, Yankees fend off Tigers

Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits go-ahead homer, Yankees fend off Tigers

Jazz Chisholm Jr. homered, singled and scored twice to help the visiting New York Yankees end a three-game skid with a 4-3 win against the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.

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25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

25 MLB players who could be first-time All-Stars in 2026

Being named to the Midsummer Classic is one of the biggest honors for MLB players. These 25 players have a chance to make their first All-Star appearance in 2026 based on their first-half performances.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23
Why Paul Goldschmidt is key to Yankees surviving Aaron Judge’s injury

Why Paul Goldschmidt is key to Yankees surviving Aaron Judge’s injury

Despite dealing with injuries to All-Stars like captain Aaron Judge and top-line starter Max Fried, the New York Yankees have remained one of the American League’s best teams.

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The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
 The 'No.1 NBA Draft picks' quiz
The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
 The 'Most K's through 30 MLB starts' quiz
The 'College World Series winners' quiz
 The 'College World Series winners' quiz
The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
 The 'NBA assist champions' quiz
New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 23
Yankees’ Anthony Volpe in Tuesday’s lineup despite Aaron Boone saying he wouldn’t be

Yankees’ Anthony Volpe in Tuesday’s lineup despite Aaron Boone saying he wouldn’t be

When the New York Yankees face the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday, Anthony Volpe will be batting ninth and playing shortstop. However, that didn’t always appear to be the case.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / June 24
Aaron Boone blasts Jazz Chisholm for unprofessional move

Yankees' Aaron Boone blasts Jazz Chisholm for unprofessional move

New York Yankees infielder Jazz Chisholm will be hearing about something he did Monday from his manager. 

Mets pitcher Kodai Senga's losing streak continues after latest poor outing
Giants' Rafael Devers breaks silence on pinch-run drama against Marlins
Injuries forcing Braves to get creative with catching options
MLB pitcher nearly throws perfect game in first start after long injury absence
Blue Jays GM outlines team's most pressing need ahead of trade deadline
Three potential landing spots for Marlins' Sandy Alcantara
Ryan Weathers News / Pinstripe Alley / June 23

The sinker could be the solution to Ryan Weathers’ home run woes

Welcome back to our series on the innovations the Yankees pitching department is making with the sinker! They’ve dusted off the pitch from a period of league-wide dormancy and have a renewed focus on disseminating it across as much of their pitching room as are willing to use it.

Camilo Doval News / New York Yankees on SI / June 23
Camilo Doval's Seat Is Starting to Heat Up After Yankees' Recent Bullpen Decisions

Camilo Doval's Seat Is Starting to Heat Up After Yankees' Recent Bullpen Decisions

Upgrading the bullpen should be near the top of Yankees general manager Brian Cashman's trade deadline to-do list. While the unit has had its positive moments, the Yankees' relief group has also caused its fair share of headaches, with Camilo Doval being a constant source of them.

Giancarlo Stanton News / Pinstripe Alley / June 23

How much of Giancarlo Stanton will the Yankees see in 2026?

We recently put out a call in The Feed to take the temperature of Yankees fans on Giancarlo Stanton’s outlook for the remainder of 2026. The story of Stanton’s season is unfortunately the same as it ever was, at least since 2019.

Peter Strzelecki News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 23
Brewers, Peter Strzelecki Agree To Minor League Deal

Brewers, Peter Strzelecki Agree To Minor League Deal

The Brewers and right-handed reliever Peter Strzelecki are in agreement on a minor league contract, reports Jon Heyman of the New York Post. The O’Connell Sports client opted out of a minor league deal with the Yankees late last week.

Anthony Volpe News / Athlon Sports / June 23
Yankees Make Anthony Volpe Change After Four Straight Starts

Yankees Make Anthony Volpe Change After Four Straight Starts

The New York Yankees take on the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday. They're looking to bounce back after losing the first matchup of this three-game series on Monday.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / June 23
Yankees' Losing Streak Isn't a Reflection of Their Championship Aspirations

Yankees' Losing Streak Isn't a Reflection of Their Championship Aspirations

Gerrit Cole got knocked around for five earned runs on Monday night. The Yankees never recovered, falling to the lowly Tigers 5-1 in the series opener at home, and have now dropped three straight.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22
Yankees' rotation strategy backfires with Gerrit Cole's rough start vs. Tigers

Yankees' rotation strategy backfires with Gerrit Cole's rough start vs. Tigers

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone may be second-guessing his decision to push back Gerrit Cole's start.

Former Yankees pitcher set to receive honor at 2026 ESPY Awards
Angels' Reid Detmers having better season than you would think
Did the Los Angeles Dodgers overpay for Kyle Tucker?
Red Sox's Willson Contreras conundrum thickens with reporter's input
Red Sox's Sonny Gray makes telling comments about a potential trade
Marcus Semien shares new Francisco Lindor warning for struggling Mets
MLB News / Yardbarker / June 22
Former Yankees pitcher set to receive honor at 2026 ESPYs

Former Yankees pitcher Jim Abbott set to receive well-deserved honor at 2026 ESPY Awards

Abbott inspired many throughout his 10-year MLB career.

Yankees minor leaguer cost his team a game with the most embarrassing effort
Jazz Chisholm had the wildest explanation for not wearing a cup
The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz
New York Yankees News / HITC / June 22
New York Yankees did something against the Reds they’ve only done four times in franchise history

New York Yankees did something against the Reds they’ve only done four times in franchise history

The New York Yankees made a little franchise history against the Reds, but left the ballpark with little to show for it. Six stolen bases in a game should usually spark a few rallies.

New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / June 21
New York Yankees Showing Strong Interest In Securing Trade Deal For Catcher From AL Rival

New York Yankees Showing Strong Interest In Securing Trade Deal For Catcher From AL Rival

The New York Yankees are setting the standard in the American League, but they are facing a conundrum with the role of the primary catcher. Austin Wells started the season in a massive slump before joining the IL earlier this month.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / June 19
Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

Three back-end relievers the Yankees should target at the MLB trade deadline

Let's explore three relievers on the trade market who would help to mend the late-inning bullpen concerns for the Yankees. 

Sonny Gray may want out of Boston as the Red Sox continue to slide
Three potential landing spots for Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman
Four players Red Sox should move and one they should keep at trade deadline
Three players the Houston Astros could move at the deadline
Why Mariners should target Giants contact king Luis Arraez before 2026 MLB trade deadline
Phillies need to target one veteran cut loose by the Angels
Peter Strzelecki News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Peter Strzelecki Opts Out Of Deal With Yankees

Peter Strzelecki Opts Out Of Deal With Yankees

Right-hander Peter Strzelecki has opted out of his minor league deal with the Yankees, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The righty is now a free agent and can be pursued by any team.

New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / June 19
Yankees Hoping To Add Right-Handed-Hitting Catcher

Yankees Hoping To Add Right-Handed-Hitting Catcher

The Yankees have gotten a disappointing season out of catcher Austin Wells so far, and his struggles have the team interested in bringing in some catching help.

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