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New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12

Yankees receive concerning injury update on breakout postseason pitcher

The New York Yankees have made it to spring training, but already have a lot of starting pitcher injuries. Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon are both expected to miss regular-season starts with elbow injuries.

Cam Schlittler News / New York Yankees on SI / February 12

Yankees Make Worrying Cam Schlittler Announcement

As Spring Training begins for the New York Yankees, the team has some troubling news about rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler. According to MLB insider Bryan Hoch on social media, Schlittler "felt a tweak here and there” and is dealing with back inflammation.

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 12

50 Most Notable Yankees Free Agent Signings in 50 Years: Zack Britton

For the third consecutive entry into the free agency series, another elite left-handed reliever is due to be covered. For better or for worse, the Yankees made another splash in the offseason following the 2018 season from a free agent class that featured far more generational talent than the usual crop.

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The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.

Should Red Sox trade for former All-Star infielder?

Mariners getting needed bat in All-Star Brendon Donovan via three-team deal with Cardinals, Rays

Giants CEO calls Dodgers a 'dragon to slay'

Yankees' latest endeavor points to a Jasson Dominguez mistake waiting to happen

Top of Phillies' rotation is elite, but also comes with questions

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

Yankees Made Right Call Passing on Former Stars

Who says you can't go home? Well, New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman, at least in this case. The Yankees passed on signing a trio of former stars who could have addressed potential holes in the roster.

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

Yankees’ Aaron Boone May Be Out of World Series Attempts

Hot Stove season has turned to spring training and the rising temperatures in Florida have New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone on the hot seat. That's according to The Athletic's Ian O'Connor, who notes the window to win with three-time American League MVP Aaron Judge is getting smaller and smaller.

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

Yankees Star Slugger Gets Rare Head Start at Spring Training

There's a hamate bone plague sweeping through Major League Baseball. Corbin Carroll, Francisco Lindor, and Jackson Holliday are all dealing with the same thing.

Todd Frazier News / Pinstripe Alley / February 12

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Todd Frazier

Nine players have been born on February 12th and have gone on to wear the pinstripes, but none of them had totally memorable tenures in New York. Pat Dobson was a mainstay in the Yankees’ rotation from 1973-75, and Monk Dubiel started his career with the Yankees in 1944, starting 48 games in two years.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 12

1 spring training position battle that could shape Yankees’ season

The New York Yankees are headed into spring training after a disappointing end to the 2025 season. When revealing injuries after the season, the Yankees announced that shortstop Anthony Volpe would undergo shoulder surgery.

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

Predicting Yankees Next Move

February and March have been home to some interesting moves for the New York Yankees over the years. The players reporting to camp now are likely the main pieces who will be on the Opening Day Roster, but Brian Cashman has done some heavy lifting around this time in the past.

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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.

Spencer Jones News / Pinstripe Alley / February 12

The Yankees and Spencer Jones have reached a crossroads

As pitchers and catchers report and teams prepare for the start of spring training, not many teams around Major League Baseball project to have a more powerful outfield than the New York Yankees in 2026.

Jazz Chisholm News / Total Pro Sports / February 12

'I Can Make Much Money As I Want' – Jazz Chisholm Jr. Prioritizes MVP Glory Over Huge Contract

Jazz Chisholm Jr. made a big impact upon joining the New York Yankees following his move from the Miami Marlins at the trade deadline in 2024. The 28-year-old second baseman followed it up by producing the best campaign of his six-year MLB career with the Yankees last season.

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

Yankees Biggest Remaining Needs as Spring Training Begins

Spring Training is right around the corner and it's not like the New York Yankees have established the perfect roster. One could argue no team has, but the Yankees continue to face scrutiny for the way they assembled their roster.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 12

Who will be the Yankees’ spring MVP?

Spring training is an enigma of a time, statistically speaking. Up and coming prospects are competing with journeymen and aging vets to beat out roster cuts, while the core players are mostly getting their timing set and aiming to stay healthy for Opening Day.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / February 11

Spring Training Will Tell Us a Lot About the 2026 Yankees

Pitchers and catchers are starting to report to their MLB clubs’ complexes for spring training, and the New York Yankees are gearing up to get the ball rolling.

Gerrit Cole News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11

Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole’s latest injury update before spring training

The New York Yankees opened spring training with a significant update on Gerrit Cole. The news could shape their early-season outlook. Manager Aaron Boone offered encouraging details as the ace continues his recovery from March 2025 elbow surgery.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 11

Aaron Boone responds to Isiah Kiner-Falefa’s Yankees shade

Isiah Kiner-Falefa, who was claimed off waivers by the Toronto Blue Jays late in the 2025 season, played a role in the club’s journey to the World Series.

Paul Goldschmidt News / New York Yankees on SI / February 11

Paul Goldschmidt Has Veteran Wisdom for Yankees Critics

Are the New York Yankees trying to win in 2026 with the same team they had in 2025? That's the criticism a lot of fans and analysts have been leveraging against the Pinstripes throughout their relatively quiet offseason.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / February 11

Yankees News & Buzz: Yanks gets huge news on Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon; Things to watch as team opens camp; more

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone talked to the press on the first day of Spring Training, and specifically addressed two injured aces: Gerrit Cole and Carlos Rodon.

MLB News / Yardbarker / February 11