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On YouTubeNew York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / February 17
Yankees Announce First Two Spring Training Starters
Ahead of their Spring Training opener on February 20, the New York Yankees have announced their starting pitcher. Elmer Rodriguez will be the first Yankees pitcher to start this season as he kicks things off against the Baltimore Orioles.
The 'Live-Ball Era strikeout leaders' quiz
How many of the 36 MLB pitchers with 2,500 or more strikeouts in the Live-Ball Era (since 1920) can you name in five minutes?
Aaron Judge News / Athlon Sports / February 17
Aaron Judge Admits Offseason Frustration with Yankees as Rivals Reload
Aaron Judge did not hide his feelings about the New York Yankees’ quiet offseason. Speaking Monday at the team’s Spring Training complex in Tampa after the first full-squad workout, the captain admitted it was “brutal” at times watching other clubs make moves while New York waited.
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.
MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / February 17
Former Reliever Shades Yankees at Mets Spring Training
Players switching between the New York Yankees and New York Mets is nothing new. Every time they do so, it feeds the flames of a historic baseball rivalry.
Cam Schlittler News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 17
Yankees’ Cam Schlittler back on spring training mound after injury scare
Spring training is in full swing for the New York Yankees. They are preparing for their first spring training games this upcoming weekend, and despite a slow off-season, which frustrated Aaron Judge, there is hope in the clubhouse that the Yanks can make a run in 2026.
New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / February 17
Carlos Lagrange and Aaron Judge recap exciting spring battle
When a 22-year-old pitching prospect sits down the reigning AL MVP on three straight pitches, you pay attention. When that final pitch is a 102.6 mph fastball that makes Aaron Judge look foolish, you start imagining October.
Max Schuemann News / New York Yankees on SI / February 17
The Non-Obvious Yankees Player Who Has Real Roster Leverage
In 2024, Max Schuemann was the 21st-ranked prospect in the Athletics farm system, according to MLB Pipeline. His time in the big leagues has, unfortunately, not come with much notoriety.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 17
Yankees Birthday of the Day: Wally Pipp 
" /> Two years later, Miller Huggins took over the managerial post, and the Yankees truly began their ascent. Under Huggins, Pipp put up a career best 127 OPS+ in 1918, although his year was cut short after being drafted into the military.
25 MLB players who have the most to prove in 2026
The new MLB season brings opportunities as players head into their walk years and try to rebound from subpar performances. These 25 players stand out heading into 2026.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 17
State of the Yankees’ System: Relief Pitching
The Yankees had serious bullpen issues in 2025, which mostly stemmed from the fact that Devin Williams had far and away the worst year of his career after he was acquired from the Brewers for Caleb Durbin and Nestor Cortes in the offseason.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 17
Should Jasson Domínguez make the Yankees’ Opening Day roster?
Spring training positional battles are storied Florida/Arizona traditions, but as of now, the Yankees don’t have many significant battles to play out in camp.
New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / February 17
Yankees news: A busy Spring Training Monday
MLB | Bryan Hoch: Flame-throwing prospect Carlos Lagrange knew he’d be throwing a three-inning live batting practice session. He did not know he would be facing the greatest hitter on the planet, Aaron James Judge.
Aaron Judge News / Field Level Media / February 16
Aaron Judge: After 'brutal' wait, Yankees got winter moves right
New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge readily admitted that it was "brutal" to wait on his team to make some transactions this offseason. The three-time and reigning American League Most Valuable Player had his first media availability of spring training Monday in Tampa.
New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / February 16
Aaron Judge has ‘brutal’ admission about Yankees’ lack of offseason moves
Aaron Judge did not hide his initial frustration with the New York Yankees’ relatively quiet offseason. The three-time AL MVP kept things candid on Monday as he fielded questions from reporters to open spring training.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 16
Aaron Judge gets honest about initial frustration with Yankees' lack of additions
The New York Yankees have done little to change the roster, apparently deciding to run back the same roster they had last season for 2026.
New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / February 16
Yankees' Aaron Boone Shares Cam Schlittler Update Amid Spring Training
The New York Yankees are running it back with a similar group for the upcoming MLB season, a decision that has frustrated some fans after the team suffered an early playoff exit in 2025.
Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Yankees’ Cody Bellinger calls free-agent choice a ‘no-brainer’ despite long standoff
As the New York Yankees and Cody Bellinger agreed to a $162.5 contract to reunite both parties, it no doubt took a while to get to a place where a deal was made.
Anthony Volpe News / MLB on ClutchPoints / February 16
Yankees’ Anthony Volpe takes first step in return from shoulder injury
Anthony Volpe is entering a crucial year in terms of retaining the New York Yankees’ starting shortstop gig long-term. However, he must first get over his shoulder injury and get back on the diamond.
Carlos Lagrange News / Empire Sports Media / February 16
Yankees’ Carlos Lagrange touches blazing 102.6 MPH fastball, showcasing elite upside
The Yankees aren’t even a week into spring training, and Carlos Lagrange is already making Aaron Judge look foolish. On Monday, the 6-foot-7 right-hander struck out the three-time AL MVP in three pitches during live batting practice, capping the at-bat with a 102.6 mph fastball that had Judge swinging through air.
New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / February 15
What the Yankees’ Rotation Might Look Like by Opening Day
Despite having a fairly quiet offseason, the New York Yankees are still one of the best teams in the American League, at least when healthy. Their offense, which ranked first in MLB in slugging, OPS, and home runs last season, carries a lot of star power in players like Aaron Judge, Jazz Chisholm Jr., Giancarlo Stanton, and Ben Rice.
New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / February 13
Yankees hoping former MVP Paul Goldschmidt has bounce-back season
Over 15 years in MLB, he has 372 homers, 1,232 RBI with a career .288 batting average and a .378 OBP.
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