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Insider Details Yankees' Aaron Judge’s Historic Season

Aaron Judge won the American League's Most Valuable Player award three times in the last four years. The only thing standing in his way in 2023 was a literal wall at Dodger Stadium, because the captain of the New York Yankees was en route to adding another piece of hardware to his collection.

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Iconic Yankees Southpaw Back on Hall of Fame Ballot

Andy Pettitte never accumulated the hardware that his south paw contemporaries like Randy Johnson, Tom Glavine, or CC Sabathia did. He was third in rookie of the year in 1995, and came as close as second in the Cy Young voting a year later when the upstart lefty helped lead a New York Yankees pitching staff to the 1996 World Series.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 1

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Charlie Devens

)" data-portal-copyright="" /> Decades after the event, Devens made it clear he still thought, 70 years later, that the Bambino called his shot: “The pitcher, Charlie Root, got strike two called on Ruth, and Babe put up a finger and pointed.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 1

Yankees Fans Facing Impossible New Year's Resolution

The New York Yankees will still be under the management of Aaron Boone in 2026, and fans have been urged to behave themselves in the New Year. For the most part.

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The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz

How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?

The 'Last 40-home-run season by MLB team' quiz

The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz

The '50-home-run MLB seasons' quiz

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 1

Introducing the Yankees Birthday Series

During my tenure at Pinstripe Alley—hell, during my entire time as a baseball fan—I’ve never been shy about delving into the team’s history and exploring the lives of its long roll call of players, both incredible and regrettable.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 1

Jon Heyman Gives Promising Update On Yankees Pitching Target

The New York Yankees have been linked to Japanese starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai this offseason, and a recent update (appearing to come from Imai himself) recently gave outside observers pause.

Cody Bellinger News / New York Yankees on SI / January 1

Angels Could Become Yankees New Cody Bellinger Threat

A new team has emerged in the Cody Bellinger sweepstakes and it looks like they could be preparing to go all-in on the MVP in free agency. Bleacher Report's Kerry Miller has linked Bellinger to Los Angeles, but it's not the Dodgers.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 1

Yankees news: Imai sweepstakes coming down to the wire

MLB.com | Brian Murphy: Tatsuya Imai, the top NPB player on the free agent market, is reportedly meeting with teams in Los Angeles ahead of his Friday afternoon deadline to sign.

New York Yankees News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

The New York Yankees Are Playing A Dangerous Game In Free Agency

After getting embarrassed by the Toronto Blue Jays in the ALDS, the Yankees entered an offseason with a long list of work to do. So far, the Yankees have done absolutely nothing and are sitting on their hands waiting for Cody Bellinger to make his decision.

Cody Bellinger News / Empire Sports Media / December 31

Yankees News & Buzz: Yanks ‘not budging’ on Cody Bellinger situation; why they shouldn’t panic about his potential departure, more

According to Jeff Passan of ESPN, the New York Yankees are ‘not budging’ on Cody Bellinger and his demands, specifically in the years department. Even though he is a key player in their offseason, they shouldn’t panic if they can’t retain him.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / December 31

Mets news & buzz: Mets dream about Tarik Skubal; Cody Bellinger seems to be slipping away, more

Despite making a series of moves to reinforce the lineup and the bullpen, the New York Mets have yet to really address the rotation.

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

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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 / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees Primed to Make Noise in New Year

Welcome to the party, pal. That's what New York Yankees fans are waiting to say to general manager Brian Cashman. Sure, the Yankees have made plenty of headlines for what they might do during the offseason.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / December 31

Looking back at Yankees’ biggest surprise of 2025

The New York Yankees faced numerous questions entering the 2025 season. While the team’s missions to replace Juan Soto’s production or become a more defensively

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Unexpected Yankees Injury Ranks Among Weirdest of 2025

The New York Yankees got banged up this season just like any other team, but most of the injuries were pretty run of the mill. The Athletic's year-end list of the weirdest injuries featured a retired Yankee, who injured himself outside of regular play.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees Get Bleak Trade Market Outlook

The New York Yankees have been quiet throughout free agency. The trade market may not be kind to them either. According to a recent breakdown from The Athletic's Chris Kirschner, the Yankees may be up against a trade market that threatens to cost them too much of their future.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / December 31

4 New Year’s resolutions for the Yankees

The calendar is flipping again, and in the Bronx that moment always comes with a strange mix of relief and restlessness. Another year of watching, waiting, believing.

New York Yankees News / Just Baseball / December 31

Is Jasson Domínguez’s Time With the Yankees Almost Up?

For several years, New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Domínguez has been something of a promised star in Major League Baseball. There’s been flashes, but the almost 23-year-old has been nothing but a counting stats darling in parts of three seasons.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / December 31

Yankees' Aaron Judge Tops 2025 List of Favorite MLB Moments

New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge won his third AL MVP award for his showing in 2025, and one particular postseason moment from Judge ranked among the favorites in baseball.

Nick Torres News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Yankees’ Recent Acquisition Could Bring Value From Previous Stellar Season

The New York Yankees made their next big move within the offseason market. Over the weekend, the club announced the signing of Nick Torres, an outfielder and first baseman out of the Mexican League.

Trent Grisham News / Last Word On Sports / December 30

Trent Grisham’s Breakout Season Might Be A Fluke

Resigning center fielder Trent Grisham was one of the first orders of business for the New York Yankees this offseason. Even now, with the year coming to a close, it remains one of their only big moves amid a quiet offseason for not just the Yankees, but most of MLB.

Anthony Volpe News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Anthony Volpe Injury Update Emerges Amid Yankees Offseason

New York Yankees shortstop Anthony Volpe remains on track to return in May following offseason surgery on his left shoulder to repair a partially torn labrum.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / December 31

Yankees' Aaron Judge sends message to Giancarlo Stanton after off-field move

The New York Yankees will head into the 2026 MLB season with familiar faces looking to break through and carry the franchise back to the World Series. Two of the most important pieces are outfielder Aaron Judge and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, who have powered New York’s lineup since joining the Yankees.