New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / September 15

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Blue Jays loss leads to Yanks’ playoff clinch

The Yankees were the only member of the top trio of American League teams playing on Monday, with both the Rays and Red Sox off inadvance of series against the A’s and Rangers, respectively.

Anthony Volpe News / Pinstripe Alley / September 15

Yankees At-Bat(s) of the Week: Anthony Volpe (9/10)

I’m sure Anthony Volpe wanted to make a statement in his first game back from his demotion to Triple-A on August 4th, but I bet even he couldn’t have dreamt of the impact he would author.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 15

The Yankees have found a way in 2026

The Yankees will officially be playing baseball in October after last night’s loss by Toronto, shortly followed by New York’s own win allowing for a more raucous celebration rather than a somber one.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB Playoff hits leaders' quiz

How many of the 30 MLB players with at least 70 hits in their postseason career can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active multiple .300 seasons' quiz

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

Carlos Rodón Making Case for Bigger Postseason Role

On paper, the New York Yankees rotation is set. Cam Schlittler earned his role as the Game 1 starter and AL Cy Young frontrunner, and right behind him is Gerrit Cole, the longtime ace with a wealth of postseason experience.

MLB News / Yardbarker

Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century

The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.

Aaron Judge News / Field Level Media / September 15

Fresh off celebration, Yankees back to business vs. Twins

Aaron Judge tried his best to answer reporters' postgame questions as he battled the sting of champagne in his eyes in a celebratory locker room Monday.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 15

Yankees prospects: Week 25 minor league recap

We’ve reached the final stretch, folks. One week from today, we could be completely done with minor league baseball. Hudson Valley concluded a week ago, Somerset concluded on Sunday, Tampa will conclude on Wednesday at the latest, and Scranton will need a huge week to see their season go past this coming Sunday.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / September 15

The Reason Why the Yankees Desperately Need to Win AL East and No. 1 Seed in AL

The New York Yankees are still chasing the Tampa Bay Rays for both the AL East title and the top seed in the American League. The Yankees are trying to catch up to the Rays before a pivotal four-game series between the teams at Yankee Stadium next week.

Cam Schlittler News / Pinstripe Alley / September 15

Yankees news: Cam Schlittler for AL MVP?

MLB.com | Bryan Hoch: After tossing six scoreless frames on Sunday against the Mets, Cam Schlittler’s ERA went down to a stunning 1.95. He has now found

Austin Wells News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 15

Yankees’ Austin Wells offers bold All-Star rotation take after clinching playoff berth

The New York Yankees secured their place in the 2026 postseason after the Toronto Blue Jays lost 8-3 to the Detroit Tigers. Following an 8-3 road win against the Minnesota Twins on Monday night, catcher Austin Wells complimented the club’s starting rotation who has been a major key to their success.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series

Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.

Cam Schlittler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

Cam Schlittler sounds off on playoff-bound Yankees after beating Twins

With their 8-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Monday courtesy of a six-run eighth inning, the New York Yankees have booked their place in the 2026 MLB postseason for the ninth time in 10 seasons.

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The 'Most yards through two NFL seasons' quiz

The 'Women's U.S. Open champions' quiz

The '4,500-yard, 15-INT NFL seasons' quiz

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Aaron Judge News / Field Level Media / September 14

Aaron Judge homers as Yankees dump Twins, seal postseason bid

Aaron Judge blasted a three-run homer into the third deck of the left field bleachers and the New York Yankees celebrated clinching a postseason berth by posting an 8-3 win over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night in Minneapolis.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / September 14

Yankees clinch playoff berth, beat Twins

Coming into Monday night, the Yankees were one win away from officially clinching a playoff berth. While that’s obviously not the end goal of their season, getting into the postseason is the first step.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 14

Aaron Judge crushes first HR in months as Yankees clinch playoff berth

Making a September return to help push the New York Yankees into the playoffs, Aaron Judge found his stroke again on Monday night.

Cubs' Pete Crow-Armstrong ties franchise legend with HR No. 42

White Sox get huge win to open series vs. Guardians

White Sox need their 30-HR hitters to break out of extreme slumps

Tarik Skubal silences Reds as Dodgers clinch 14th straight playoff berth

Struggles may keep Edwin Diaz from Dodgers' postseason roster

Dodgers provide encouraging Shohei Ohtani injury update

Cody Bellinger News / HITC / September 14

New York Yankees make key Cody Bellinger decision after disappointing Mets finale

New York Yankees have decided to stick with Cody Bellinger in a prominent position despite his disappointing showing against the New York Mets in their most recent game.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 14

The ‘obvious choice’ reason Yankees’ Cam Schlittler won’t win AL MVP, per Ken Rosenthal

New York Yankees ace Cam Schlittler has built a compelling AL MVP case, but Ken Rosenthal still sees Houston Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez as the clear choice.

New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / September 14

Yankees Announce Major George Lombard Jr. Decision on Monday

George Lombard Jr. is back in the New York Yankees’ starting lineup Monday night as the club opens a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field.

New York Yankees News / HITC / September 14

How New York Yankees can secure a playoff berth after Monday’s game

New York Yankees have a chance to take another important step towards the postseason on Monday, with two different results capable of securing their playoff berth.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / September 14

Aaron Judge seems to have a different view of Cam Schlittler’s MVP case

Aaron Judge appears to have drawn a line between the MVP award and the Cy Young honor. Following the New York Yankees’ 2-0 win against the New York Mets

Brent Headrick News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 13

A Look At Brent Headrick’s Breakout Campaign

Back in January, MLBTR looked at the Yankees’ bullpen and a list of six internal candidates to round out the middle and low-leverage innings behind top relievers David Bednar and Fernando Cruz.

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Rough Gerrit Cole outing raises concerns for Yankees postseason rotation

Cole is slumping at the wrong time.

Cole's latest struggles further prove Mets have his number

Don Kelly defends pulling Paul Skenes in Pirates' late loss to Cubs

Randal Grichuk might have saved the White Sox's season

Unexpected Diamondbacks pitcher throws immaculate inning

Blue Jays' Brett Bateman hits his first two MLB HRs in back-to-back games

Kazuma Okamoto's plate discipline adds to impressive rookie season

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / September 12

Yankees fire member of organization after three decades

The move represents a notable change for an organization that has relied heavily on its international scouting operation for decades.

Anthony Volpe makes history in return for Yankees' rout

Anthony Volpe makes big admission after return to Yankees, win over Rockies

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 12

Brewers clinch playoff spot in historic fashion

Now locked into a playoff spot after an impressive win, the Milwaukee Brewers have reached an historic level of dominance in the final weeks of the regular season.

Brewers have been Pete Crow-Armstrong's kryptonite

Junior Caminero's walk-off homer beats Astros, sends Rays to playoffs

Phillies drop crucial game in playoff race after questionable decisions

Carlos Rodon, Yankees beat Mets on 25th anniversary of 9/11

Angels' Mike Trout ends hitting slump with first HR since August

MLB News / Yardbarker / September 11

Juan Soto sends message to Yankees fans ahead of latest return to the Bronx

Soto famously helped the New York Yankees reach the 2024 World Series in what became his only season with the storied club, as he ultimately accepted a 15-year, $765M contract from the New York Mets in free agency.

New Bo Bichette prediction indicates Mets could be left scrambling for lineup help

Mets outlast Marlins in wild 15-14 victory to complete sweep

The 'Active MLB 1K-hit club' quiz

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / September 10