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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 17

The bottom of the Yankees lineup needs to find its footing

As the ball flew and dunked into the left-center field grass, a sense of disbelief washed over me. What I thought was going to be another out in a long list of them became a game-winning double, as Jazz Chisholm Jr.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 17

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Zack Clayton

" /> Yet Clayton’s legacy keeps expanding the longer you sit with it. Hall of Fame basketball player. Negro League first baseman. Historic boxing referee.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 17

Yankees Rivalry Roundup: Jays lose again, tough day in the West

The Yankees were Mike Trout-ed once again on Thursday. The future Hall-of-Famer walked twice and homered for the fifth (!!) time of the series. Against a not-great Angels team, the Bombers could only manage a split in the four-game series at home.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Active 200-K MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the active MLB pitchers with at least one 200-strikeout season on their resume can you name in six minutes?

The 'Four-HR MLB games' quiz

The 'American League Rookies of the Year' quiz

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Ben Rice News / New York Yankees on SI / April 17

Ben Rice at Catcher Isn't the Solution Some Yankees Fans Think it Is

Ben Rice's moon shot against the Angels on Thursday has made it clear that there is no reason to keep him out of the lineup for any reason. He's as true a power threat as the Yankees have developed since Aaron Judge.

MLB News / Yardbarker

25 current MLB players who will end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame

Some things appear clear when it comes to Baseball Hall of Fame voting. The PED guys aren’t going to get in, or at least the hitters, and the rubric for starting pitchers has to be reconstructed on the fly.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / April 17

Aaron Boone blasts ‘overly sensitive’ umps following ejection

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed frustration with the umpiring crew after receiving his first ejection of the 2026 season during an 11-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels on Thursday at Yankee Stadium.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 17

Yankees Can Fix Bullpen Woes Internally, For Now

The New York Yankees had a chance to take the series against the Los Angeles Angels. In the end, they settled for a series split after their big walk-off win on Jackie Robinson Day.

Gerrit Cole News / Pinstripe Alley / April 17

Yankees news: Details on Gerrit Cole’s rehab

New York Daily News | Gary Phillips: The day after finding out Gerrit Cole is headed to Double-A to begin his rehab assignment, we got some details. Cole’s

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 17

Yankees pitchers need to keep ball in yard vs. Royals

The New York Yankees encountered warmer weather and trouble preventing pitches from leaving their home ballpark during their last series. After allowing 13 homers in their previous four games, the Yankees hope to make better pitches Friday night when they host the Kansas City Royals in the opener of a three-game series.

New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / April 17

Wild Brawl Breaks Out Between New York Yankees Fans – Fists & Bodies Flying In The Stands

A crazy brawl broke out between New York Yankees fans in the stands during Thursday’s afternoon home game against the Los Angeles Angels. The New York Yankees wrapped up their four-game series with Mike Trout and the visiting Angels, looking to secure the series victory.

Athletics News / Yardbarker

Who are the 25 fastest players in MLB right now?

Speed is more important than ever in MLB with recent rule changes promoting stolen bases. These were the 25 fastest players for the 2026 season, as recorded by the Statcast sprint speed metric.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16

Why Aaron Boone isn’t giving up on Ryan McMahon

The New York Yankees are watching a brutal slump involving Ryan McMahon. One that gets fans believing if Aaron Boone will demote him down the lineup. McMahon already didn’t record any hits or at-bat attempts in the 11-4 Thursday loss to the Anaheim Angels.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 16

Yankees' Failed ABS Challenges a Real Issue After Thursday's Loss

The Yankees' bats are fully under the microscope as the offense continues to spearhead their recent skid. The woes of Ryan McMahon and Randal Grichuk have many looking for answers elsewhere, while Aaron Boone's maddening refusal to use Ben Rice against lefties also adds to the current main areas of frustration.

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The 'Most NBA-debut points by NBA team' quiz

The 'Multiple 200 three-pointer seasons' quiz

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Anthony Volpe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16

How Yankees fans can watch Anthony Volpe’s next rehab start

After an 8-2 start gave way to a five-game skid, the New York Yankees lost 11-4 to the visiting Los Angeles Angels. Thursday afternoon’s loss led to a series split with the visitors, as the Yankees took the first and third games of the four-game set.

Max Fried News / Empire Sports Media / April 16

NY Yankees 4, Angels 11: Good news and bad news as Max Fried, bullpen can’t contain Angels offense in finale

The New York Yankees allowed eight hits, 11 runs, and three long homers in their 11-4 loss to the Los Angeles Angels in the Bronx on Thursday, in their series finale.

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 16

Yankees' Elmer Rodriguez Lowers Already-Absurd ERA in Latest Triple-A Start

One of the New York Yankees' top pitching prospects, right-hander Elmer Rodriguez, is continuing to impress early in the 2026 minor league season. Rodriguez, New York's No.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 16

Mike Trout, Aaron Judge put on another power show

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout and New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Judge have been two of the best players in Major League Baseball for more than a decade.

Mike Trout's hot bat makes history in multiple ways at Yankee Stadium

The 'Most multi-HR games by MLB team' quiz

Hitting coach has 'pretty simple' explanation for Mets' offensive woes amid losing streak

Huge Carlos Mendoza job-security update revealed amid Mets' losing streak

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 16

Aaron Judge’s Historic Home Run Pace: Can He Reach 600?

Aaron Judge has made Major League Baseball history plenty of of times already throughout his career when it has come to his prolific power. Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or not, you have been able to see one of the best sluggers in MLB history in his prime.

Carlos Rodon News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 16

Carlos Rodon injury plan surfaces as Yankees takes cautious approach

The New York Yankees have been patiently waiting for Carlos Rodon to make his 2026 debut. Now, they have a plan in place for his return to the major leagues.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 16

Mike Trout makes history in multiple ways at Yankee Stadium

Mike Trout's hot bat makes history in multiple ways at Yankee Stadium

All it took was a trip to Yankee Stadium to get Mike Trout going.

Former All-Star suggests a hidden Padres agenda with Fernando Tatis Jr.

Dodgers pull an unusual move with Shohei Ohtani for his start

Francisco Lindor makes big admission about 'desperation' amid losing streak

Huge Carlos Mendoza job-security update revealed amid losing streak

Carlos Correa sends a profane message amid the Astros' concerning situation

Five pitchers off to dominant starts

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 15

Jose Caballero, Yankees walk-off Angels for 2nd time in series

Jose Caballero hit a game-ending two-run double with one out in the ninth inning off Jordan Romano, and the New York Yankees earned a 5-4 victory over the visiting Los Angeles Angels on Wednesday night.

Angel Chivilli News / Empire Sports Media / April 15

NY Yankees call up Angel Chivilli after dominant Triple-A stint

Back in the offseason, the New York Yankees sent minor leaguer T.J. Rumfield to the Colorado Rockies in exchange for relief pitcher Angel Chivilli. The Bombers were in love with the righty’s raw stuff despite his 7.06 ERA in the Rocky Mountains last year.