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Yankees’ $324M Star’s Strange Pre-Game Decision Backfires as He Gets Punished Right Away

Gerrit Cole once revealed that the New York Yankees were busy making their own holy water in the 2022 season. They would religiously splash some on the field before the game started.

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How to score 10 unearned runs in a game

The early 1990s were famously not always a great time for the New York Yankees. The 1990 campaign where they went 67-95 is on the shortlist for the worst season in franchise history.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Gerrit Cole's latest struggles further prove Mets have his number

Cole had another rough outing against the New York Mets on Saturday.

Rough Gerrit Cole outing raises concerns for Yankees postseason rotation

Francisco Lindor powers Mets’ 6-homer rout of Yankees

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The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

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New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 12

New York Yankees Make Stunning Organizational Change

The New York Yankees have ended a long association with international scout Victor Mata, parting ways with a figure who spent more than three decades helping the club identify talent across Latin America and beyond.

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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.

Chase Hampton News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 12

Nationals Claim Chase Hampton

The Nationals announced that right-hander Chase Hampton has been claimed off the Yankees’ waiver wire, and optioned to Double-A. To create a 40-man roster spot, Washington moved right-hander Matt Waldron from the 15-day injured list to the 60-day IL, so Waldron’s 2026 season is officially over.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Rough Gerrit Cole outing raises concerns for Yankees postseason rotation

Cole is slumping at the wrong time.

Cole's latest struggles further prove Mets have his number

Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Unexpected Diamondbacks pitcher throws immaculate inning

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman hits his first two MLB HRs in back-to-back games

Kazuma Okamoto's plate discipline adds to impressive rookie season

New York Yankees News / HITC / September 12

Aaron Judge to be dropped from Yankees lineup as Aaron Boone makes key call amid subpar run

New York Yankees are set to manage Aaron Judge’s workload carefully, with Aaron Boone making a key decision involving the star ahead of the team’s next two games.

Amed Rosario News / New York Yankees on SI / September 12

Amed Rosario Is in Danger of Not Making Yankees' Postseason Roster

At one point in the season, Amed Rosario felt like the better option to play third base for the New York Yankees over Ryan McMahon. He had a successful string of big games early on, and, at that point, it was the right decision to give Rosario some run.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 12

Yankees Announce George Lombard Jr. Decision on Saturday

The New York Yankees keep shuffling the deck as they try to close the gap in the American League East, and rookie shortstop George Lombard Jr. is part of the latest tweak.

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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.

Brent Headrick News / Pinstripe Alley / September 12

Brent Headrick is chugging along in uncharted territory

Though the Yankees have endured their fair share of misfortune this year – injuries to several key players come to mind – they’ve also enjoyed some positive surprises.

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Aaron Boone’s hilariously obvious response to Yankees postseason clinching scenario

The New York Yankees are close to clinching a postseason spot. In fact, they can accomplish the feat with a victory on Saturday as well as a Toronto Blue Jays loss.

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Aaron Judge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 12

Is Yankees star Aaron Judge playing today vs. Mets?

The New York Yankees have been cautious with Aaron Judge since the star returned from injury. He’s been in and out of the lineup, but Judge will surely begin seeing more consistent playing time soon.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Yankees fire member of organization after three decades

The move represents a notable change for an organization that has relied heavily on its international scouting operation for decades.

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 12

How Luis Gil Can Avoid Being Demoted When Clarke Schmidt Returns to Yankees

The New York Yankees could add two key pieces to the bullpen by the time October rolls around. In addition to Ryan Weathers, the Yankees have Clarke Schmidt progressing closer towards a return to the majors.

MLB News / Field Level Media / September 12

Yankees look to continue offensive surge against rival Mets

The New York Yankees are starting to get going on offense, and they hope to continue their productivity at the plate Saturday afternoon when they host the New York Mets.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Brewers clinch playoff spot in historic fashion

Now locked into a playoff spot after an impressive win, the Milwaukee Brewers have reached an historic level of dominance in the final weeks of the regular season.

Brewers have been Pete Crow-Armstrong's kryptonite

Junior Caminero's walk-off homer beats Astros, sends Rays to playoffs

Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable decisions

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

Carlos Rodon News / Field Level Media / September 11

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Carlos Rodon pitched 6 1/3 sharp innings and the host New York Yankees homered twice off rookie Nolan McLean in a 6-4 victory over the visiting New York Mets on Friday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Juan Soto sends message to Yankees fans ahead of latest return to the Bronx

Soto famously helped the New York Yankees reach the 2024 World Series in what became his only season with the storied club, as he ultimately accepted a 15-year, $765M contract from the New York Mets in free agency.

New Bo Bichette prediction indicates Mets could be left scrambling for lineup help

Mets outlast Marlins in wild 15-14 victory to complete sweep

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 10

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

Under the bright lights of the Bronx, Anthony Volpe returned to the New York Yankees lineup in a big, historic way on Thursday night.

Return to Yankees is 'special' for Volpe

Dodgers' Mookie Betts on pace to pass MLB legends in key metric

Pete Crow-Armstrong is first NL player since Barry Bonds to reach milestone

Cubs right-hander Kevin Gausman has been a major disappointment

6-foot-7 Oneil Cruz was ready to throw it down during bench-clearing scene

Elly De La Cruz sets personal high with home run vs. Dodgers

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 11

Why this return to Yankees is 'special' for Anthony Volpe

Back in the New York Yankees clubhouse on Thursday afternoon, Anthony Volpe laughed off any recent comparisons to Barry Bonds.

Fernando Cruz says 'supernatural' gift may allow him to pitch again for Yankees in 2026

Yankees want Aaron Judge to make one change

Why Aaron Judge wasn't 'happy' about return to Yankees for win over Rockies

Cy Young Award has a clear favorite after Cam Schlittler's dominant start

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

Jazz Chisholm News / Field Level Media / September 10

Yankees place 2B Jazz Chisholm Jr. (thumb) on injured list

The New York Yankees placed second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. on the 10-day injured list Thursday and recalled infielder Anthony Volpe from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre.