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Yankees Sign Adam Kloffenstein, Payton Henry To Minors Contracts

The Yankees signed right-hander Adam Kloffenstein and catcher Payton Henry to minor league contracts in December, according to the club’s official transactions page. 7 News Boston’s Ari Alexander writes that Kloffenstein’s deal includes an invitation to New York’s big league spring camp.

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Yankees Land Massive Free Agency Prediction Regarding Star Outfielder

The New York Yankees have approached this winter with caution, avoiding the bold acquisitions that fans anticipated. While other clubs have bolstered their lineups, the Bronx Bombers have largely remained on the sidelines, allowing rivals to gain ground.

Cody Bellinger News / Athlon Sports / January 4

Yankees Receive Cody Bellinger, Cubs News on Sunday

The New York Yankees’ lineup was among the strongest in MLB last season, thanks in large part to the improved depth and contributions in the outfield, most notably from Cody Bellinger.

Paul Blackburn News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Former Pitcher Compares Yankees and Mets Clubhouses

Paul Blackburn made his return to the New York Yankees this winter. He joins what feels like one of numerous players who swapped their navy blue pinstripes for blue and orange and vice versa in recent years.

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New York Yankees News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 4

Tigers Sign Scott Effross To Minor League Contract

The Tigers signed right-hander Scott Effross to a minor league contract in December, as per Effross’ MLB.com profile page. Effross has been assigned to Triple-A Toledo, and will presumably be a non-roster invite to the Tigers’ big league spring camp.

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The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025

When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.

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Three underrated MLB signings that can pay dividends in 2026

While some big names have dominated the headlines, here are three under-the-radar signings that could pay off.

Blue Jays reportedly have made biggest offer for Kyle Tucker

Cubs linked to major trade with Red Sox amid Bo Bichette rumors

Another team enters Bichette race

New York Mets reportedly eyeing significant free-agent move

Red Sox reportedly make 'aggressive' offer to top free-agent target

Paul DeJong News / Last Word On Sports / January 4

Report: Yankees Sign Paul DeJong To Minor League Deal

According to The New York Post‘s Jon Heyman, free agent shortstop Paul DeJong has signed a minor league deal with the New York Yankees. The former Washington National is also an invitee to the Yankees’ Major League camp, and if he makes the team, he will earn $1 million.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Where Would Bo Bichette Signing Leave Popular Yankees Slugger?

There is a world where Brian Cashman and owner Hal Steinbrenner decide to opt out of the Scott Boras carnival. In it, the New York Yankees watch as Cody Bellinger heads elsewhere.

MLB News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Yankees Discussing Trade for Promising Marlins Pitcher

The New York Yankees, who have been suspiciously quiet so far this offseason, may have some traction when it comes to finally acquiring rotation help. According to The Athletic's Chris Kirschner, the Yankees are in trade talks with the Miami Marlins for right-handed starting pitcher Edward Cabrera.

Paul DeJong News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Yankees' Paul DeJong Signing is Completely Risk-Free

This may not be the move New York Yankees fans were waiting for, but at least it shows this front office isn't completely allergic to helping the organization.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Yankees Sign Former Nationals Infielder

The New York Yankees added a bat who once hit .233/.318/.444 with 30 home runs and 31 doubles in a season. The only issue is that it happened in 2019, when the Yankees had Cameron Maybin mashing homers at the heart of their lineup, filling in smoothly for an ailing Aaron Judge.

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Yankees Insider Calls Out Frustrating Offseason

It has been literal months since the New York Yankees have made a major move in the organization. Yankees fans are fed up, and rightfully so having waited since July for a move to be made.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / January 4

Yankee Birthday of the Day: George Selkirk

Replacing a legend is never easy, to the point where there is often a thing people say in sports that you never want to replace the legend, you want to replace the person who is replacing the legend.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / January 4

Yankees Should Add New Name to Top of Free Agent List

Whether there's an offer on the table for Cody Bellinger or not, the New York Yankees still have no idea what they're doing this offseason. With a guy like Bo Bichette on the market, this team has gone radio silent as they're still struggling to hammer down Bellinger's contract and just lost out on pitcher Tatsuya Imai.

MLB News / Pinstripe Alley / January 4

Yankees news: Blue Jays make a move, sign Kazuma Okamoto

SNY.com | Colin Martin and Phillip Martinez: The 2025 American League champion Toronto Blue Jays made a splash yesterday afternoon, signing Japanese corner infielder Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million deal roughly 24 hours before the end of his posting period.

Trent Grisham News / Empire Sports Media / January 3

Yankees News & Buzz: Toronto keeps adding; there is actual value in Trent Grisham’s return, more

The New York Yankees witnessed how the Toronto Blue Jays made another useful addition on Saturday, agreeing to sign a four-year, $60 million deal with Kazuma Okamoto.

Ben Rice News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Ben Rice Will Be Key For The Yankees Next Season

By far one of the most pleasant surprises for the New York Yankees last season was the emergence of first baseman Ben Rice. The 26-year-old was quietly one of New York’s best hitters, and his solid slash line of .255/.337/.499 doesn’t even tell the whole story.

MLB News / Empire Sports Media / January 3

Blue Jays continue to add while Yankees sit idly by

The winter has a way of revealing priorities long before Opening Day ever arrives. For the New York Yankees, that revelation has been uncomfortable. Expectations never slow down in the Bronx, even when circumstances beg for patience, and this offseason has tested the nerves of a fan base conditioned to think in October terms.