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Yankees rally past Marlins, win 4th straight and improve to 7-1

Yankees rally past Marlins, win 4th straight and improve to 7-1

Giancarlo Stanton hit a tiebreaking two-run single with two outs in the eighth inning and the New York Yankees continued their hot start by hanging on for a 9-7 victory over the visiting Miami Marlins on Saturday night.

MLB News / Yardbarker / April 4
Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton records first regular-season steal since 2020

New York Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton is never going to be confused for a base-stealing threat. However, he picked his spot well on Saturday night.

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Ben Rice News / Last Word On Sports / April 4
Yankees Infielder Off to a Scorching Start at the Plate

Yankees Infielder Off to a Scorching Start at the Plate

That hitter is Ben Rice, of course. The catcher-turned-first-baseman is picking up right where he left off last season, slashing .409/.500/.864 with nine hits, including two homers and four doubles, and eight RBI.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 4
NY Yankees manager Aaron Boone announces Luis Gil’s return date

NY Yankees manager Aaron Boone announces Luis Gil’s return date

The New York Yankees decided to open the 2026 campaign with four starters and nine relief pitchers. The calendar dictated that they wouldn’t need a fifth member of the rotation until the weekend of April 10-12, so they decided to beef up their bullpen instead and start the year with Luis Gil in the minors.

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The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz

The 'Active MLB wins leaders' quiz

How many of the active pitchers to win at least 80 games can you name in five minutes? 

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New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 4
Bronx Burners: Yankees’ Aggressive Identity Shift Is Paying Early Dividends

Bronx Burners: Yankees’ Aggressive Identity Shift Is Paying Early Dividends

That’s right, your New York Yankees are the hottest team in baseball, staring 6-1 after defeating the Miami Marlins 8-2 on Friday. The Yankees had a total of six hits in the game, but their patience and baserunning were the difference.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

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New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

Current RailRiders share experiences at this year’s World Baseball Classic

Raul Dominguez is back with the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders this season. He was on the RailRiders staff for the 2021 and 2022 seasons before being named manager of the New York Yankees’ Double-A affiliate, the Somerset Patriots, in 2023.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

“What if we gave every Yankees reliever a closer entrance?” : A dangerous experiment

for Cantor Fitzgera" /> This is the face of a guy who knows the pain of having to wait in the checkout line in the supermarket while his kids bug him about getting sweets and the guy in front of him engages in heated conversation with the no-nonsense cashier about the validity of his Super Shoppers card.

Cam Schlittler News / Stadium Rant / April 4
Why Cam Schlittler Is The Next Great Yankees Pitcher

Why Cam Schlittler Is The Next Great Yankees Pitcher

Cam Schlittler is already making his presence known early in the 2026 MLB season. Following his historic 2025 Wild Card series performance against the Boston Red Sox, the New York Yankees pitcher picked up right where he left off.

MLB News / Field Level Media / April 4
Yankees host Marlins, pursue fourth straight victory

Yankees host Marlins, pursue fourth straight victory

The New York Yankees produced a successful road trip to start the season by pitching highly effectively while the offense generated timely hits without constantly getting on base.

Ben Rice News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

An early look at Ben Rice’s defense at first base

Anyone who has been reading Pinstripe Alley for a while knows that I like to talk about arguably the most mundane defensive position on the diamond, that of the first baseman.

Will Warren News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4
Yankees Get Solid Start from their Young Pitcher

Yankees Get Solid Start from their Young Pitcher

Will Warren took the mound for the New York Yankees home opener. When manager Aaron Boone and the organization's brass decided on a four-man rotation, it was an easy move to slot Warren in there.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

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.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / April 4
Aaron Judge Pays Tribute to Longtime Yankees Outfielder

Aaron Judge Pays Tribute to Longtime Yankees Outfielder

Brett Gardner spent 14 years with the New York Yankees. In 1,688 games and 6,614 plate appearances, he hit .256/.342/.398 and amassed 37.3 WAR, according to Fangraphs.

Aaron Judge News / Pinstripe Alley / April 4

Yankees news: Judge leads Yanks to home opener victory

ESPN | Jorge Castillo: On Thursday night, with the Yankees’ home 0pener looming, the team’s players received a missive from their captain. The message was simple: suits tomorrow.

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George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 3
Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Dominates in First Double-A Game of 2026

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Dominates in First Double-A Game of 2026

The Somerset Patriots, the Double-A affiliate of the New York Yankees, played their first game of the season on Friday. And shortstop George Lombard Jr.

Brent Headrick News / Empire Sports Media / April 3
NY Yankees’ Brent Headrick keeps turning heads with amazing start of the season

NY Yankees’ Brent Headrick keeps turning heads with amazing start of the season

The New York Yankees entered the season with four relievers who stood above the rest when considering age, ceiling, and track record: David Bednar, Camilo Doval, Fernando Cruz, and Tim Hill.

New York Yankees News / Fastball on SI / April 3
MLB Fans Need to Pay Attention to Yankees Right Now

MLB Fans Need to Pay Attention to Yankees Right Now

The New York Yankees' starting rotation can do no wrong right now. It has been talked about over and over at this point, but that's because they just keep making more Major League Baseball history.

New York Yankees News / Field Level Media / April 3
Aaron Judge HR spurs Yankees to victory over Marlins

Aaron Judge HR spurs Yankees to victory over Marlins

Aaron Judge hit a home run in his first at-bat of the season at Yankee Stadium and drove in three runs as the New York Yankees continued their strong start with an 8-2 victory over the Miami Marlins on Friday afternoon.

New York Yankees News / Stadium Rant / April 2
New York Yankees 2026 Season: Max Fried, Giancarlo Stanton Fuel World Series Push

New York Yankees 2026 Season: Max Fried, Giancarlo Stanton Fuel World Series Push

The New York Yankees entered the 2026 season with expectations that have never truly changed: championship or bust. Unlike recent years, this version of

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 2
Waiting on the Captain: Stanton and Rice Keep the Offense Afloat During Judge’s Slow Start

Waiting on the Captain: Stanton and Rice Keep the Offense Afloat During Judge’s Slow Start

The Yankees are off to a hot start in 2026, going 5-1 on their opening road trip. The story of the first six games will be how dominant their pitching has been to begin the season, which is true.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 1
Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

Cam Schlittler deals another gem as Yankees rotation looks even stronger

The New York Yankees may have found another star in second-year starting pitcher Cam Schlittler.  

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Cam Schlittler News / Field Level Media / April 1
Cam Schlittler excels as Yankees defeat Mariners

Cam Schlittler excels as Yankees defeat Mariners

Cam Schlittler pitched 6 1/3 scoreless innings as the New York Yankees defeated the host Seattle Mariners 5-3 on Wednesday afternoon. The Yankees won five of six games on their season-opening trip to San Francisco and Seattle, outscoring their opponents 24-6.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / April 1
Aaron Boone Announces Carlos Rodon Update Before Yankees Game

Aaron Boone Announces Carlos Rodon Update Before Yankees Game

The New York Yankees have gotten off to a strong start in the 2026 MLB season, winning four of their first five games. What makes that even more impressive is that they have done it without two of their top arms.

J.C. Escarra News / Total Pro Sports / April 1
New York Yankees Duo Could Spell Trouble For JC Escarra 

New York Yankees Duo Could Spell Trouble For JC Escarra 

JC Escarra and the New York Yankees are off to a great start this season after losing only one game so far. The Yanks seek to take Game 3 as they face the Seattle Mariners before taking on the Miami Marlins.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 1
Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton reveals secret to his hot start to the season

Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton reveals secret to his hot start to the season

The New York Yankees bounced back after their first loss of the season with another strong performance as Stanton stayed hot.

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