New York Yankees: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Cody Bellinger News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Cody Bellinger’s ‘tennis’ admission will catch Yankees fans’ attention

New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger is a World Series champion, National League Championship Series MVP, regular season MVP, three-time All-Star and Gold Glove winner.

Jarred Kelenic News / HITC / August 29

New York Yankees make roster move by signing six-year MLB outfielder to minor-league deal

New York Yankees have added another experienced outfielder to their organisation, signing Jarred Kelenic to a minor-league contract. Kelenic will report to Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre after joining the Yankees during their series against the Boston Red Sox.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Yankees’ Aaron Boone reveals Ryan McMahon’s expected injury return date

With the New York Yankees currently in a series with the Boston Red Sox this weekend, the team is looking to receive the injury return of a key player.

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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?

Aaron Boone News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 29

Yankees’ Aaron Boone makes Elmer Rodriguez announcement during Red Sox series

The New York Yankees hope to hold off the Boston Red Sox in the American League East division standings this weekend. Yankees manager Aaron Boone is making a big announcement, as that series continues.

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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.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / August 29

Yankees call up Brendan Beck for doubleheader, Max Fried to start Game 2

The New York Yankees, fresh off a close 1-0 victory over the Boston Red Sox in Friday’s opener, are going to play two games against their archrivals on Saturday, which means they had to make some moves to finalize their roster ahead of the twin bill.

MLB News / Yardbarker / August 29

Five most important MLB players to watch in September

With the final month of MLB's regular season dawning, here are five players who could determine just where their teams land in the postseason.

Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update

Report: Yankees GM Brian Cashman expected back for 30th season

Trade-deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees

The ''MLB: The Show' cover athletes' quiz

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / August 29

The Yankees All-August Birthday Team

Several months back, I began a series here at Pinstripe Alley where I was going to put together an All-Star Yankee team of players who were born in a given month.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / August 29

3 Roster Call-Ups I'd Make If I Were Yankees GM in September

The biggest move the New York Yankees made at the deadline was acquiring Luis Garcia Jr. So far, that move has paid off, but they failed to address two things: adding bullpen depth and another catcher.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 29

Yankees lean on pitching ahead of doubleheader vs. Red Sox

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox offered a glimpse at what a postseason encounter might look like on Friday night. After widening their lead in the race for the American League's top wild-card spot, the Yankees hope to see standout showings from Carlos Rodon and Max Fried when they host the Red Sox in a day-night doubleheader on Saturday.

Aaron Boone News / New York Yankees on SI / August 29

The One Mistake Aaron Boone Can't Afford to Make Anymore

The New York Yankees were able to walk away with a win against the Boston Red Sox, but did so by taking the game 1-0. While pitching ruled the day, winning by such a small margin is not something that they can count on on a game-by-game basis, and if there was one thing to pick at Aaron Boone for, it was not going to Luis Garcia Jr.

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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.

Anthony Volpe News / Viral Sports News / August 29

Yankees Fans Get New Anthony Volpe Minor League Update

The New York Yankees closed Friday with a 1-0 win over the Boston Red Sox at Yankee Stadium. Far from the Bronx, their Triple-A club made a quieter lineup choice that still drew notice from fans watching both games.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 28

Cam Schlittler, Yankees hold on to blank Red Sox

Cam Schlittler withstood five walks in 5 2/3 innings and the New York Yankees turned a pair of outfield double plays during a 1-0 victory over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Friday night.

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The 'FBS college football nicknames' quiz

The '10-time Pro Bowlers' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz

Joe Dimaggio News / The Spun / August 28

Yankees Legend Joe DiMaggio’s $1.2 Million Vintage Watch Is Up For Sale

If you’re a fan of Joe DiMaggio and watches, you may want to take a close look at Wind Vintage’s latest offering. Wind Vintage is offering the public the chance to buy a Patek Philippe watch that was worn by DiMaggio.

Max Fried News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 28

Max Fried set to return at perfect time for Yankees

The 32-year-old Fried’s return comes at an ideal time for the Yankees, who began a pivotal four-game series against the archrival Red Sox.

Yankees' Aaron Judge responds to 'running it back' takes, shares major injury update

Trade-deadline acquisition Luis Garcia Jr. providing power boost for Yankees

George Lombard Jr. makes unwanted Yankees history as comedy of errors continues

Notable update emerges on the future of Yankees' Brian Cashman

The 'MLB wins leaders since 2000' quiz

Brian Cashman News / Field Level Media / August 28

Report: Yankees GM Brian Cashman expected back for 30th season

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman is expected to return for his 30th season on the job in 2027. That's according to the New York Post, which reported Friday that Cashman's contract is expiring and club owner Hal Steinbrenner has no reason not to offer him another.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / August 28

Yankees' Judge responds to takes, shares major injury update

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.

Max Fried set to return at perfect time for Yankees

Standout Yankees pitcher feared to need Tommy John surgery

Rangers pitcher Jack Leiter suffers setback in rehab

Braves get worst-case injury updates on Hurston Waldrep, Spencer Schwellenbach

Cubs make surprising Hoby Milner roster decision

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.

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.

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.

Yankees reliever Fernando Cruz's injury raises an important question

Red Sox inch closer in AL wild-card race after Jarren Duran's game-winning grand slam; Yankees should be sweating

New potential timeline for Aaron Judge return to Yankees revealed

The '2022 MLB home run leaders' quiz

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.