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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 5

Yankees prospects: Xavier Rivas strikes out five in a row in Double-A debut

Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 4-3 at Rochester Red Wings — the report is that Luis Gil will start today for Scranton and then return to

Luis Gil News / Pinstripe Alley / April 5

Yankees news: Luis Gil’s 2026 Yankee debut set for Friday

MLB | Bryan Hoch: After beginning 2026 at Triple-A with a packed house in the rotation, 2024 AL Rookie of the Year Luis Gil is set to make his season debut this coming week.

Luis Gil News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 4

Luis Gil To Return To Yankees Next Week

Right-hander Luis Gil is expected to rejoin the Yankees next week, manager Aaron Boone told reporters, including Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The skipper said Gil will be back with the big-league club on regular rest following his Triple-A start on Sunday.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

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Red Sox to sign former Yankees relief pitcher ahead of Opening Day

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MLB News / Field Level Media / April 4

Yankees rally past Marlins, win 4th straight and improve to 7-1

Giancarlo Stanton hit a tiebreaking two-run single with two outs in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees continued their hot start by hanging on for a 9-7 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Saturday night.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / April 4

NY Yankees 9, Marlins 7: Good news and bad news as New York earns thrilling comeback win

The New York Yankees took advantage of Giancarlo Stanton’s clutch go-ahead two-run single in the bottom of the eighth to beat the Miami Marlins 9-7 and win their seventh game of the season, with just one loss.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 4

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is never going to be confused for a base-stealing threat. However, he picked his spot well on Saturday night.

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton reveals secret to his hot start to the season

Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

Cal Raleigh and Randy Arozarena turn heads with their interaction after beating the Yankees

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Ben Rice News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Yankees Infielder Off to a Scorching Start at the Plate

That hitter is Ben Rice, of course. The catcher-turned-first-baseman is picking up right where he left off last season, slashing .409/.500/.864 with nine hits, including two homers and four doubles, and eight RBI.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 4

NY Yankees manager Aaron Boone announces Luis Gil’s return date

The New York Yankees decided to open the 2026 campaign with four starters and nine relief pitchers. The calendar dictated that they wouldn’t need a fifth member of the rotation until the weekend of April 10-12, so they decided to beef up their bullpen instead and start the year with Luis Gil in the minors.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Bronx Burners: Yankees’ Aggressive Identity Shift Is Paying Early Dividends

That’s right, your New York Yankees are the hottest team in baseball, staring 6-1 after defeating the Miami Marlins 8-2 on Friday. The Yankees had a total of six hits in the game, but their patience and baserunning were the difference.

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.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

Current RailRiders share experiences at this year’s World Baseball Classic

Raul Dominguez is back with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders this season. He was on the RailRiders staff for the 2021 and 2022 seasons before being named manager of the New York Yankees’ Double-A affiliate, the Somerset Patriots, in 2023.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

“What if we gave every Yankees reliever a closer entrance?” : A dangerous experiment

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Cam Schlittler News / Stadium Rant / April 4

Why Cam Schlittler Is The Next Great Yankees Pitcher

Cam Schlittler is already making his presence known early in the 2026 MLB season. Following his historic 2025 Wild Card series performance against the Boston Red Sox, the New York Yankees pitcher picked up right where he left off.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 4

Yankees host Marlins, pursue fourth straight victory

The New York Yankees produced a successful road trip to start the season by pitching highly effectively while the offense generated timely hits without constantly getting on base.

Will Warren News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4

Yankees Get Solid Start from their Young Pitcher

Will Warren took the mound for the New York Yankees home opener. When manager Aaron Boone and the organization's brass decided on a four-man rotation, it was an easy move to slot Warren in there.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4

Aaron Judge Pays Tribute to Longtime Yankees Outfielder

Brett Gardner spent 14 years with the New York Yankees. In 1,688 games and 6,614 plate appearances, he hit .256/.342/.398 and amassed 37.3 WAR, according to Fangraphs.

George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 3

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Dominates in First Double-A Game of 2026

The Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, played their first game of the season on Friday. And shortstop George Lombard Jr.

Brent Headrick News / Empire Sports Media / April 3

NY Yankees’ Brent Headrick keeps turning heads with amazing start of the season

The New York Yankees entered the season with four relievers who stood above the rest when considering age, ceiling, and track record: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, and Tim Hill.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / April 3

Aaron Judge HR spurs Yankees to victory over Marlins

Aaron Judge hit a home run in his first at-bat of the season at Yankee Stadium and drove in three runs as the New York Yankees continued their strong start with an 8-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Friday afternoon.

New York Yankees News / Stadium Rant / April 2

New York Yankees 2026 Season: Max Fried, Giancarlo Stanton Fuel World Series Push

The New York Yankees entered the 2026 season with expectations that have never truly changed: championship or bust. Unlike recent years, this version of

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 2

Yankees manager Aaron Boone drops 8-word truth bomb on New York’s dominant pitching

The New York Yankees have opened the 2026 season with a clear identity on the mound, as their pitching staff has driven their early 2026 success. Manager Aaron Boone’s postgame reaction reflected this reality, as his brief comment captured the impact of a group performing at an elite level.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 1