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Yankees' Spencer Jones Lighting Up Spring Training

The New York Yankees are off and running after the first full week of Spring Training games. The Pinstripes have begun the year in Tampa, FL with a 6-2 record and several outstanding games, including a 17-5 smack down of the Minnesota Twins.

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What would you most want to change about Yankee Stadium?

We’re going straight to the heart of direct fan experience for today’s big Yankees question. The big-league club is still getting ready for the season down in Tampa, but after beginning the 2026 season with a road trip through San Francisco and Seattle, they’ll be back in the Bronx for their home opener on April 3rd against the Marlins.

Anthony Volpe News / Pinstripe Alley / February 28

Yankees news: Volpe gets wisdom from an iconic Yankee shortstop

NJ.com | Bob Klapisch ($): Anthony Volpe’s faced more than his fair share of detractors over the past year, and while he may not be ready to start on Opening Day the shortstop aims to regain a foothold on his starting spot once he’s fully recovered from shoulder surgery.

Carlos Lagrange News / Empire Sports Media / February 27

Yankees crush Twins 17-5 behind five homers and a perfect relief from Carlos Lagrange

The box score said 17–5, and yeah, it’s February baseball in Florida, so we’re all supposed to nod politely and move along. Cute. Fun. Don’t overreact.

CC Sabathia News / Yardbarker Quizzes

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Randal Grichuk News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Randal Grichuk's Chance to Make Yankees Opening Day Roster

The New York Yankees have signed a few veterans to minor league contracts this season with right-handed outfielder Randal Grichuk being the latest. "The Yankees Killer" has had a ton of success against this team in his career, but now the Yankees are curious what the 12-year veteran can do while on their team.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees Smack Down Twins in Five Homer Spring Training Game

The New York Yankees are off to a hot start in Spring Training, sitting at 6-2 through their first eight games of February. Their latest matchup, against the Minnesota Twins at the Lee Health Sports Complex in Fort Myers, Fla.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 27

Spencer Jones smacks third homer of spring in Yankees’ drubbing of Twins

The Yankees’ team-wide hitting philosophy in the Aaron Boone Era has been plate discipline and power, and that was certainly on display this afternoon against the Twins.

Ryan McMahon News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees Working on Finally Unlocking Infielder’s Bat

When the New York Yankees acquired Ryan McMahon from the Colorado Rockies, they did so with the belief that they would eventually unlock something in the third baseman.

Gerrit Cole News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees Provide Encouraging Rehab Update on Gerrit Cole

Gerrit Cole has been one of the most important arms in the New York Yankees' rotation for years. He missed all of 2025 after undergoing Tommy John surgery, and with spring training now underway, fans are finally getting some good news.

Randal Grichuk News / Empire Sports Media / February 27

Yankees insider makes important Randal Grichuk prediction

The Yankees didn’t sign a superstar this week. They signed a solution. When news broke that the club added Randal Grichuk to a minor league deal with a spring training invite, the reaction wasn’t fireworks.

Giancarlo Stanton News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 27

Yankees star Giancarlo Stanton’s blunt response to being called ‘Hall of Famer’

Giancarlo Stanton is looking to finish his MLB career on a positive note. He’s endured ups and downs in recent years, but the slugger still features some of the best right-handed power in the game.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026

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

Cam Schlittler News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees Get Positive News After Cam Schlittler Scare

The outlook for Cam Schlittler in 2026 is one of the few positives of an offseason many consider underwhelming for the New York Yankees. While they did not fortify an already good 94-win team, covering up the holes that ailed a leaky bullpen last season, Schlittler was one of the big things to look forward to.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees' Manager Breaks Down ABS System Impact on Aaron Judge

The MLB is entering a new era in 2026, with the Automated Ball-Strike Challenge System officially coming to every ballpark this season. For the New York Yankees, manager Aaron Boone thinks the change could work in their favor, and he was pretty specific about why.

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 27

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Ron Hassey

" /> After that, Hassey spent a couple years in Chicago, a couple with the Athletics, and ended his career with the Expos in 1991. In that final season in Montreal, Hassey made some history when he caught another perfect game, this one from Dennis Martínez on July 28th.

New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

'That’s Malfeasance To Your Fan Base' – MLB Analyst Goes On A Non-Stop Rant After Giancarlo Stanton’s Comment

2025 was another injury-marred year for Giancarlo Stanton after spending the first two months on the sidelines. He was excellent for the New York Yankees upon his return from the IL, but struggled in the postseason.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 27

Yankees Projected to Have Fewer All-Stars This Season

Coming off a year where the New York Yankees had four All-Stars, the team is now only projected to have three. ESPN's way-too-early predictions don't mean everything, but losing an All-Star is still notable.

Gerrit Cole News / Total Pro Sports / February 27

Gerrit Cole Shares Latest Injury Progress For Upcoming Season

Last year, Gerrit Cole missed the entire 2025 campaign after going down with an elbow injury in spring training. He will most probably miss the opening months of the 2026 season to make a full recovery from Tommy John surgery.

Spencer Jones News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Yankees slugger hit a home run into the parking lot

New York Yankees outfielder Spencer Jones sure had fans buzzing on Thursday. In the bottom of the 7th inning against the Atlanta Braves at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa, Fla., Jones clobbered a monster home run.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 26

Yankees' Chisholm hits first spring HR after making contract demands

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. hits first spring HR after making contract demands

If a new extension is not worked out, Chisholm will be able to test free agency for the first time in his six-year career after the 2026 season ends.

Yankees may not be done adding to roster

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton sounds alarms about physical condition with shocking admission

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Giancarlo Stanton News / Yardbarker / February 27

Giancarlo Stanton make alarming admission about physical condition

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton sounds alarms about physical condition with shocking admission

Stanton shared a concerning admission regarding his status heading into March.

Yankees not done adding to roster?

CC Sabathia set to take his place among Yankees immortals

Yankees slugger Spencer Jones hit a home run into the parking lot

Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training

Pete Crow-Armstrong makes more inflammatory comments on Dodgers fans

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / February 26

Health is Wealth for 2026 New York Yankees Rotation

A lot’s been made of an uncharacteristically inactive winter for the New York Yankees. They added left-handed starter Ryan Weathers in a trade with the Miami Marlins.

Jasson Dominguez News / Larry Brown Sports / February 26

Yankees’ latest addition is a bad sign for Jasson Dominguez

The New York Yankees shored up their outfield depth this week, which may come at the expense of Jasson Dominguez. The Yankees on Wednesday signed veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk, per the New York Post’s Jon Heyman.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / February 25

Yankees' Plan for 2025 Breakout Star has Disaster Written All Over it

New York Yankees starting pitcher Cam Schlittler was dealing with back discomfort early in spring training. According to Bryan Hoch of MLB.com, the right-handed hurler threw 25 pitches to hitters on Wednesday, a significant step forward amid the previous injury concern.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 25

CC Sabathia to take his place among Yankees immortals

Sabathia pitched his way into Yankees lore during his 11 years in the Bronx.

Yankees not done adding to roster?

Scott Boras shares his candid view on Yankees, Mets ownership

Potential Konnor Griffin extension could get him on Pirates roster faster

Darryl Strawberry clarifies controversial comments about Pete Alonso leaving Mets

Umpire Laz Diaz gets booed over his stunt during spring training

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / February 25

5 Greatest New York Yankees Pitchers of All Time

While not quite as glamorous as the best hitters of all-time list among the Yankees, New York’s pitchers could stand with any franchise in the history of baseball.