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Fernando Cruz News / New York Yankees on SI / August 28
Yankees Learning Important Lessons After Fernando Cruz Injury
The Yankees got a pretty big blow to the construction of their bullpen in this crucial stretch of the season on Wednesday night, as after Wednesday's 9-3 win over the Astros, manager Aaron Boone announced that right-handed reliever Fernando Cruz has a partial tear in his UCL, according to MLB.com's Bryan Hoch, likely ending his season.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 28
Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update
A repeated criticism of New York Yankees senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman ahead of the 2026 season was that he was mostly "running it back" with the same team that failed to advance to the American League Championship Series last fall.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / August 28
George Lombard Jr. makes unwanted Yankees history as comedy of errors continues
George Lombard Jr. added an unwanted line to New York Yankees history on Thursday night. The 21-year-old rookie shortstop committed an error for the sixth consecutive game, becoming the first Yankee to do so since second baseman Chick Fewster in 1921.
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
A Major League switch hitter has hit at least 35 home runs on 35 occasions in MLB history. How many of the switch hitters to reach that milestone can you name in five minutes?
New York Yankees News / ESPN / August 28
How many injuries are too many for Yankees? Best-case scenarios and status updates for Judge, Fried & Co. 
With October approaching, we break down New York's walking wounded.
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 / Pinstripe Alley / August 28
Yankees news: Aaron Judge plans to skip rehab stint
New York Post | Mark W. Sanchez: Aaron Judge is angling to skip a minor-league rehab assignment altogether in his recovery from a fractured rib. “Why waste at-bats?
New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 28
Yankees’ Gerrit Cole Doesn’t Hold Back on George Lombard Jr.
The New York Yankees fell 5-1 to the Houston Astros on Thursday night at Yankee Stadium and dropped two of three games in the series. Gerrit Cole started and lasted six innings.
New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Yankees’ Aaron Boone is still backing George Lombard Jr. despite string of errors
When a wise philosopher once said “the more things change, the more they stay the same”, little did he know that that statement would also apply to baseball someday.
Clarke Schmidt News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Yankees pitcher Clarke Schmidt’s pursuit of returning as reliever gets update
For all the highs and lows the New York Yankees have encountered thus far in 2026, they continue to be in an advantageous position as far as their postseason standing is concerned.
Max Fried News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Get Big Max Fried News Before Facing Red Sox
The New York Yankees closed out their series with the Houston Astros on Thursday night with one eye already on a bigger test waiting at home. A four-game set against the Boston Red Sox begins Friday at Yankee Stadium, and the timing could hardly be more important.
Jazz Chisholm News / Larry Brown Sports / August 27
Details emerge on Jazz Chisholm’s expected offseason outcome
Jazz Chisholm might have to take something of a “prove it” deal this offseason. The New York Yankees infielder Chisholm is expected to have a market this winter but may end up taking a short-term deal with an opt-out after the first season.
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.
Giancarlo Stanton News / HITC / August 27
Giancarlo Stanton’s Yankees future hangs in the balance as MLB insider delivers major verdict
Giancarlo Stanton’s future with the New York Yankees has become increasingly uncertain after ESPN insider Buster Olney offered his view on what could happen next.
Chase Hampton News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Announce Decision on Imploding Top Prospect
The New York Yankees activated right-hander Chase Hampton from the temporarily inactive list at Double-A Somerset on Thursday, according to the official MiLB transaction log.
MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 27
Yankees rumors: New York ‘checked in’ on veteran pitcher after Diamondbacks release
The New York Yankees have expressed interest in veteran right-hander Zack Littell after the Arizona Diamondbacks released him. Littell cleared waivers Thursday and became eligible to negotiate with any major league club.
New York Yankees News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Yankees Reportedly Interested in Signing Veteran Pitcher
The New York Yankees have checked in on veteran right-hander Zack Littell after the Arizona Diamondbacks released him this week, a person familiar with the talks said Thursday.
Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Facing Decision After Aaron Judge Request
New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge has made it clear how he wants to return to the club, and now the team must decide whether to grant it. Judge is hoping to skip a rehab assignment entirely as he continues working his way back from a rib fracture, according to Gary Phillips of the New York Daily News.
New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Showing Interest in Veteran Pitcher Amid Mounting Injuries
The New York Yankees have been decimated by pitching injuries after failing to add any reinforcements at the trade deadline. Those injury woes only got worse Wednesday night when high-leverage reliever Fernando Cruz was revealed to have a partially torn UCL.
Fernando Cruz News / Athlon Sports / August 27
Yankees Face Major Bullpen Questions Amid Fernando Cruz Injury
When the New York Yankees placed struggling reliever Fernando Cruz on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday, the initial diagnosis of right elbow discomfort was an instant red flag.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 27
Trade deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees
New York Yankees trade deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. has continued to provide the team with a much-needed power boost.
Fernando Cruz News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 26
Fernando Cruz Diagnosed With Partial UCL Tear
Yankees setup man Fernando Cruz has a partially torn UCL, manager Aaron Boone informed reporters after tonight’s win over the Astros (relayed by Brendan Kuty of The Athletic).
Brian Cashman News / Larry Brown Sports / August 26
Notable update emerges on the future of Yankees' Brian Cashman
New York Yankees fans hoping for an end to the Brian Cashman era will once again be out of luck. The longtime Yankees general manager Cashman is expected to receive a contract extension from the team this offseason, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reported in a video feature this week.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 26
Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz's injury raises an important question
Fernando Cruz has been struggling in recent games for the New York Yankees.
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 27
New potential timeline for Aaron Judge return to Yankees revealed
What do the latest developments mean for the Aaron Judge's eventual return to the New York Yankees' lineup?
MLB News / Yardbarker / August 26
Red Sox inch closer in AL wild-card race after Jarren Duran's game-winning grand slam; Yankees should be sweating
The New York Yankees should be biting their fingernails after every Boston Red Sox win.
Entertainment News / Yardbarker / August 25
Dolly Parton, the sports world 'Will Always Love You': Five unforgettable sports moments from country icon's life
It's no surprise many around the sports world are paying their respects to Parton. The musical icon was intertwined with sports through several memorable moments at different events throughout her career. With that in mind, here are five.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 23
Yankees make Ryan Weathers decision after Saturday's exit
The New York Yankees have been unable to get fully healthy at any point this season, and the trend continued Saturday.
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