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Yankees’ Max Fried makes final Team USA World Baseball Classic decision

Team USA has added plenty of prominent players to their roster for the upcoming World Baseball Classic. However, New York Yankees star Max Fried won’t be joining them.

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Yankees star won’t play in World Baseball Classic

One of the stars of the New York Yankees will not be participating in the World Baseball Classic. Pitcher Max Fried was invited by Team USA manager Mark DeRosa to participate in the WBC but declined, DeRosa said Tuesday, according to YES Network’s Jack Curry.

Kyle Schwarber News / Pinstripe Alley / December 10

Yankees news: Schwarber, Diaz sign as dominoes begin to fall

USA Today | Bob Nightengale: The proverbial hot stove finally heated up in earnest during day three of the annual winter meetings on Tuesday as two of the offseason’s most coveted free agents agreed to new deals.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 9

Scott Boras goes full Dr. Seuss when outlining Cody Bellinger landing spots

Cody Bellinger is one of the big names available in MLB free agency after a strong season with the New York Yankees. Bellinger’s agent is Scott Boras, a super agent known for his quirky press conferences.

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Max Fried News / Athlon Sports / December 9

Yankees' Max Fried News Emerges Amid MLB Offseason

The New York Yankees have not yet made a major splash in MLB free agency this winter. Last offseason, however, was a memorable one in the Bronx after the team signed left-hander Max Fried to an eight-year, $218 million deal in December 2024, making him the highest-paid southpaw in league history.

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25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 9

Yankees Top Prospects – Honorable Mentions

Last week, we published our December update to the Top Yankees Prospects list, in which we ranked the 10 most promising minor-leaguers in the farm system.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / December 9

Yankees Get Huge Hint on Cody Bellinger Market

The New York Yankees are pursuing a reunion with Cody Bellinger, and at the winter meetings, his agent, Scott Boras, dropped some creative hints about the market for the coveted outfielder.

Austin Wells News / Pinstripe Alley / December 9

Yankees 2025 Roster Report Cards: Austin Wells

Austin Wells was one of the biggest success stories on the 2024 Yankees, breaking out as a plus-glove and, when on his game, plus-bat catcher who figured to help anchor the lineup in the Bronx for years to come.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 9

Yankees Chasing High-Leverage Free Agent Relievers

The New York Yankees appear ready to jump into the American League East arms race. Free agency has seen plenty of new pitchers join the division, including right-handers Sonny Gray and Johan Oviedo (Boston Red Sox), right-hander Dylan Cease (Toronto Blue Jays) and right-hander Ryan Helsley (Baltimore Orioles).

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / December 9

Yankees, Mets Chasing Same Free Agent Pitcher

Once again, the New York Yankees and New York Mets find themselves chasing the same ballplayer. Last year, it was outfielder Juan Soto, who bolted the Bronx for Queens after landing that record-setting 15-year, $765 million contract.

Robert Suarez News / Pinstripe Alley / December 9

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Robert Suarez

When you think about your archetypical closer, several characteristics spring to mind. They have to possess a high octane fastball they can throw by any hitter.

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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.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / December 9

Aaron Boone's comments on the Blue Jays reveal the issue with the Yankees

Do Boone's comments on the Blue Jays show an organizational flaw in the Yankees?

White Sox win MLB Draft lottery; Giants and Royals also win big

Eugenio Suarez a good backup plan for Red Sox despite red flags

Angels buy low on former top prospect Vaughn Grissom

Rays add depth to rotation by signing veteran lefty Steven Matz

Carlos Mendoza blasts reports about clubhouse issues during season

Winter Meetings notes: NL powers add while Red Sox hope for boost

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / December 9

Yankees 2025 Winter Meetings Rumors: Day Two

Well, day one at the 2025 Winter Meetings were mostly a bust. There were rumors, but not exactly many of the more juicy variety, and the day was almost completely devoid of actual activity.

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Cam Schlittler News / Total Apex Sports / December 9

Cam Schlittler Is Looking To Develop Changeup Or Splitter This Offseason

Yankees young star Cam Schlittler strongly finished his rookie season and is looking to add to his arsenal this offseason. Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News reported that Schlittler is looking to develop a changeup or splitter this offseason.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / December 9

Yankees' GM Gives Cryptic Update on Cody Bellinger

The New York Yankees are in the midst of winter meetings, and general manager Brian Cashman gave some updates to the press in a recent appearance. By his account, they are still chasing free agent outfielder Cody Bellinger, but he included some caveats in this update.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 9

Yankees Could Reunite With Right-Handed Deadline Addition

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has a new problem plaguing his offseason plans. According to Cashman, the Yankees have too many leftie hitters, and need to try to add some right handed sluggers stat.

New York Yankees News / Stadium Rant / December 9

Four Starting Pitchers The Yankees Should Look To Acquire This Offseason

New York Yankees General Manager Brian Cashman mentioned yesterday on MLB Network at the Winter Meetings that they are “having conversations about potentially protecting themselves in the starting rotation.” Currently, the Yankees’ starting rotation is Max Fried, Cam Schlittler, Luis Gil, Will Warren, and Ryan Yarbrough.

Sonny Gray News / Pinstripe Alley / December 9

New York Yankees news: Sonny Gray war of words grows

New York Post | Justin Terranova: The ex must have shown up to Thanksgiving, because the contempt between Sonny Gray and Brian Cashman has only escalated.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 8

Aaron Boone taking hands-off approach to Cody Bellinger free agency

The New York Yankees posted their second straight 94-68 season in 2025 but the team fell short of the World Series. The Toronto Blue Jays took the AL East crown from the Yankees before knocking them out of the playoffs with a gentleman’s sweep in the ALDS.

Dellin Betances News / Total Apex Sports / December 8

Do the New York Yankees Have Their Next Dellin Betances In the Farm System?

The New York Yankees’ farm system took a huge step forward last season, and could have the next Dellin Betances waiting in the wings. With many top pitching prospects, the club could move one of their flame-throwers to the bullpen and convert him into a high-end receiver, similar to what they did with Betances over a decade ago.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

AL East Rivals Moves Make Puts More Pressure on Yankees

The baseball year ended for the New York Yankees early in the postseason. It was at the hands of their divisional counterparts, the Toronto Blue Jays. To this point in the offseason, it seems like the Blue Jays are continuing to win with acquisitions. The Yankees were a scary team to start the 2025 season.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Free Agent Could Bring Value to the Yankees Lineup

One free agent who has been on the market way too long is Jorge Polanco. The New York Yankees could hit the lottery if they can swing a deal to lock up the big-bat infielder. Yankees general manager Brian Cashman and his front office are under pressure to improve this team.

Cody Bellinger News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 8

Could Yankees bring back Cody Bellinger?

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman spoke to reporters on Sunday, offering updates on a few key free agents and discussing plans for the 2026 lineup.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / December 8

Yankees GM Provides Early Winter Meetings Updates

The MLB Winter Meetings are just about underway with all 30 MLB teams arriving, or en route due to weather, and New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman did two media availabilities on Sunday night.