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Yankees' Best Infield Lineup Has Become Clear for Rays Series

Yankees' Best Infield Lineup Has Become Clear for Rays Series

With the 2026 MLB regular season already two weeks old and the New York Yankees coming off their first series loss of the new campaign on Thursday at the hands of the Athletics, it's a good time to do a quick evaluation of the team’s starting infield.

New York Yankees News / Pinstripe Alley / April 10

Yankees prospects: Lombard homers in Somerset blowout

Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders: W, 5-4 vs. Durham Bulls LF Jasson Domínguez 3-4, RBI, BB SS Oswaldo Cabrera 1-5 CF Max Schuemann 3-4, RBI, BB, K, SB RF Spencer Jones 1-5, RBI, K DH Seth Brown 1-5, RBI, 3 K 1B Ernesto Martínez Jr 0-5, 2 K C Alí Sanchez 1-5, HR, RBI — walk-off homer in the ninth!

New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / April 10
New York Yankees Sign Right-Handed Pitcher With Highest International Bonus

New York Yankees Sign Right-Handed Pitcher With Highest International Bonus

The New York Yankees have a strong track record for scouting young pitching talent from Latin America and developing them into homegrown MLB stars. Mariano Rivera is an obvious shining example, while Luis Gil is the latest one to emerge from their farm system.

New York Yankees News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 10
Yankees’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

Yankees’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

There’s been a lot to like about the New York Yankees’ start to the 2026 season. Solid starting pitching, improved situational awareness, and genuine talent have drawn numerous eyes to the Bronx.

Jose Ramirez News / Yardbarker Quizzes
The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

The 'Most games played by MLB team' quiz

How many of the players to appear in the most games all-time for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 9
Yankees Could Eventually Part Ways With All-Star Infielder Amid Early Struggles

Yankees Could Eventually Part Ways With All-Star Infielder Amid Early Struggles

There is a scary amount of star players around MLB who are starting off the 2026 season on the wrong foot. There’s Cal Raleigh, Jose Ramirez, and Trevor Story, just to name a few, but at least they are not playing for a new contract at the conclusion of this season.

Athletics News / Yardbarker
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 / Last Word On Sports / April 9
Yankees End the Cade Winquest Experiment, Recall Luis Gil for Rotation Return

Yankees End the Cade Winquest Experiment, Recall Luis Gil for Rotation Return

Since the Yankees broke camp from Tampa, they have kept a hidden gem in their bullpen. Or so they thought. Before the season began, the Yankees decided to option RHP Luis Gil to Scranton.

Cade Winquest News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 9
Yankees To Designate Cade Winquest For Assignment

Yankees To Designate Cade Winquest For Assignment

The Yankees are designating Rule 5 pick Cade Winquest for assignment, reports Jon Heyman of The New York Post. The righty didn’t get into a game during his two weeks in New York’s bullpen.

George Lombard Jr. News / Minor League Baseball on SI / April 9
Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Is Raking Through First Five Double-A Games of 2026

Yankees' George Lombard Jr. Is Raking Through First Five Double-A Games of 2026

The New York Yankees' top prospect, infielder George Lombard Jr., is on fire at the plate in Double-A to start the 2026 season. Lombard, MLB Pipeline's No.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / April 9
Which Yankees Prospect Gets Called Up First: Spencer Jones, Carlos Lagrange or Elmer Rodriguez?

Which Yankees Prospect Gets Called Up First: Spencer Jones, Carlos Lagrange or Elmer Rodriguez?

The New York Yankees have been one of the best teams in the majors to start this season, despite the offensive inconsistencies and bullpen concerns. If things go to plan, there is no reason why we won’t see this team playing in October once again.

Luis Gil News / Pinstripe Alley / April 9

Luis Gil’s impending return and the subsequent bullpen moves

For every move there is a corresponding one, and for the first time in this 2026 season, the Yankees will have to mess around with their 26-man roster, completing a move that had been on the cards ever since the start of the season.

Ryan McMahon News / New York Yankees on SI / April 9
Yankees' Offensive Struggles Officially Go Deeper Than Ryan McMahon

Yankees' Offensive Struggles Officially Go Deeper Than Ryan McMahon

It's no secret that Ryan McMahon's performance has been one of the New York Yankees' biggest concerns early in the 2026 MLB season. The 31-year-old third baseman entered Thursday's series finale against the Athletics with just two hits and as many RBIs in 33 plate appearances, made only worse by an abysmal .077/.273/.077 slash line.

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.

New York Yankees News / EasySportz / April 9
Savannah Bananas Set for Historic Two-Night Showcase at Yankee Stadium

Savannah Bananas Set for Historic Two-Night Showcase at Yankee Stadium

BRONX, N.Y. — The Savannah Bananas are bringing their high-energy brand of “Banana Ball” to one of baseball’s most iconic venues, as they are scheduled to play at Yankee Stadium on April 25 and April 26.

New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Yankees’ Aaron Boone Shares Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton Plan for Rays Game

Yankees’ Aaron Boone Shares Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton Plan for Rays Game

Entering Thursday, the New York Yankees held the best record in the American League at 8-3. The team is firing on all cylinders with key contributions

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New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 9
Yankees provide major Gerrit Cole injury update

Yankees provide major Gerrit Cole injury update

The Yankees' already strong rotation is getting closer to getting a boost.

Aaron Boone's take on Yankees' Ryan McMahon doesn't add up
J.D. Martinez makes bold claim about how Mets compare to 2024 NLCS team
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Phillies get big J.T. Realmuto update
New York Yankees News / Athlon Sports / April 9
Yankees Share Anthony Volpe Injury Update Amid Jose Caballero Struggles

Yankees Share Anthony Volpe Injury Update Amid Jose Caballero Struggles

The New York Yankees have opened the 2026 season leading the American League East, and they have done so while dealing with multiple injuries across the roster.

David Bednar News / New York Yankees on SI / April 9
David Bednar Blames Cold Weather for Poor Performance, But the Numbers Say Otherwise

David Bednar Blames Cold Weather for Poor Performance, But the Numbers Say Otherwise

Wednesday's 3-2 loss to the Athletics was a tale of two different New York Yankees teams. A 2-0 lead after the first inning had the Yankees on track to beat the A's again; however, they took their foot off the gas soon after.

New York Yankees News / Yardbarker / April 9
Aaron Boone's take on Yankees' Ryan McMahon doesn't add up

Aaron Boone's take on Yankees' Ryan McMahon doesn't add up

McMahon has struggled mightily at the plate through his first 10 games of the season.

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New York Yankees News / Total Pro Sports / April 9
MLB Rumors: Former Yankees Star Emerges As Potential Fit For Crosstown Rival 

MLB Rumors: Former Yankees Star Emerges As Potential Fit For Crosstown Rival 

The New York Yankees are off to a fine start this MLB season. They have taken a huge lead in the AL East division and are ready to make another playoff run.

New York Yankees News / Last Word On Sports / April 9
A Look at Two Yankees Starting Rotation X-Factors This Season

A Look at Two Yankees Starting Rotation X-Factors This Season

The 2026 season is a huge one for the New York Yankees. After an early postseason exit last year, the club needs a strong rebound. To do so, they’ll expect

David Bednar News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 8
Yankees’ David Bednar calms fears over declining velocity

Yankees’ David Bednar calms fears over declining velocity

The New York Yankees have played a quality brand of baseball to begin the new season. Although the Yankees are battling some injury trouble, the ball club currently leads the American League East.

New York Yankees News / Empire Sports Media / April 8
NY Yankees have built sizable AL East lead, and the best may be yet to come

NY Yankees have built sizable AL East lead, and the best may be yet to come

The New York Yankees won an unforgettable game on Tuesday night, with Amed Rosario almost single-handedly willing them to a 5-3 victory over the Athletics with a two-homer night.

Gerrit Cole News / Empire Sports Media / April 7
NY Yankees’ Gerrit Cole nearing rehab assignment

NY Yankees’ Gerrit Cole nearing rehab assignment

The New York Yankees have the best rotation in baseball. As of Tuesday afternoon, it wasn’t even close, as they were the only team in baseball with a sub-2.00 ERA from its starters to this point.

Max Fried News / The Lead / April 7
Max Fried Will Win The AL Cy Young

Max Fried Will Win The AL Cy Young

All-Star. MLB All-First Team. Gold Glove. World Series champion. These are just some of the accolades that New York Yankees starting pitcher Max Fried has on his resume.

New York Yankees News / The Spun / April 7
Yankees Fans Showed Zero Class With Horrible Chant Sunday

Yankees Fans Showed Zero Class With Horrible Chant Sunday

If there's a more annoying fan base in professional sports than the New York Yankees, we definitely don't want to meet them. On Sunday, during a Yankees vs.

Luis Gil News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 4
Luis Gil To Return To Yankees Next Week

Luis Gil To Return To Yankees Next Week

Right-hander Luis Gil is expected to rejoin the Yankees next week, manager Aaron Boone told reporters, including Bryan Hoch of MLB.com. The skipper said Gil will be back with the big-league club on regular rest following his Triple-A start on Sunday.

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