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Tim Hill added to World Baseball Classic roster; Ryan Yarbrough returns to camp

Tim Hill added to World Baseball Classic roster; Ryan Yarbrough returns to camp

The intricate dance of the World Baseball Classic often produces results in the quiet moments between the innings, and for Team USA, the path to the quarterfinals was paved by someone else’s victory.

Ryan McMahon News / New York Yankees on SI / March 12
Yankees' Infielder Must Live Up to $16 Million Price Tag

Yankees' Infielder Must Live Up to $16 Million Price Tag

The New York Yankees brought in Ryan McMahon for a reason, but the money aspect of his contract is still alarming. McMahon signed a six-year, $70 million contract with the Colorado Rockies back in March 2022.

Darryl Strawberry News / Pinstripe Alley / March 12

Yankees Birthday of the Day: Darryl Strawberry

There are many players to grace a professional baseball diamond who have also had controversy overtake their careers in Major League Baseball. Some have put on a Yankees uniform at different times in their careers, and some have even had their Hall of Fame chances ruined because of said off-field issues.

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The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

The '50-HR, .300 average MLB seasons' quiz

How many of the 20 MLB players to bat .300 and mash 50 home runs in the same season can you name in five minutes?

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New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 12
Yankees Pitcher Leaves Team USA After Pool Play

Yankees Pitcher Leaves Team USA After Pool Play

While the New York Yankees count down to Opening Day, they're without some of their most essential players until the end of the World Baseball Classic.

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.

Aaron Judge News / New York Yankees on SI / March 12
Yankees' Aaron Judge Gets Redemption Shot in WBC

Yankees' Aaron Judge Gets Redemption Shot in WBC

The United States was embarrassed by Italy in the World Baseball Classic earlier this week. Nobody received more barbs because of it than manager Mark DeRosa, who was convinced that they had moved on before their thumping, and decided to use the game as a chance to rest his guys.

Carlos Lagrange News / New York Yankees on SI / March 12
Yankees Prospect Carlos Lagrange Shows Off Unreal Skill Set

Yankees Prospect Carlos Lagrange Shows Off Unreal Skill Set

Throwing a comp on a young player always seems to backfire. All those Mickey Mantle comparisons to Jasson Dominguez have hurt him as he tries to find steady playing time with the New York Yankees.

Francisco Cervelli News / Total Pro Sports / March 12
Italy Manager Francisco Cervelli Drops Warning After World Baseball Classic Dominance

Italy Manager Francisco Cervelli Drops Warning After World Baseball Classic Dominance

Team Italy is proving to be a real powerhouse in the 2026 World Baseball Classic under manager Francisco Cervelli. His team pulled off a seismic 8-6 victory over the USA to ensure their place in the elimination stage.

Aaron Judge News / Pinstripe Alley / March 12

What are your March Madness-style World Baseball Classic bracket picks?

Well, Aaron Judge and company won’t be returning to the Yankees just yet. After shocking Team USA on Tuesday, Italy did the Americans a solid by thumping Mexico at the World Baseball Classic, avoiding any of the weird tiebreaker scenarios that were floated over the past 36 hours or so.

Francisco Cervelli News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 12
Francisco Cervelli drops mic after winning Pool B over Team USA, Mexico

Francisco Cervelli drops mic after winning Pool B over Team USA, Mexico

Team Italy completed a stunning run through Pool B of the 2026 World Baseball Classic on Wednesday night, finishing undefeated and leaving manager Francisco Cervelli with a statement that echoed across the international baseball landscape.

Aaron Judge News / Pinstripe Alley / March 12

Yankees news: Projecting the rest of Aaron Judge’s prime

FanGraphs | Ben Clemens: Aaron Judge is the best hitter in baseball, and has been just about that since his Rookie of the Year campaign in 2017. Once again

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 / Last Word On Sports / March 11
Top Yankees Prospects Expecting Major League Promotions in 2026

Top Yankees Prospects Expecting Major League Promotions in 2026

Spring training is about halfway through, with the Spring Breakout showcase on the horizon. New York Yankees prospects are heavily involved this spring, with eyes glued to various names.

Brock Selvidge News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 11

Top Yankees prospect undergoes surgery, hurting New York trade chances

The New York Yankees will lose one of their pitching prospects for the entire 2026 season. Left-hander Brock Selvidge underwent elbow surgery during spring training.

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The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz
 The '1K-yard, 10-TD-catch NFL seasons' quiz
The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz
 The '4,500-yard NFL passers' quiz
The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
 The 'NFL tackles-for-loss leaders' quiz
The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz
 The 'Team USA 2026 WBC roster' quiz
Giancarlo Stanton News / New York Yankees on SI / March 11
Yankees Topple Blue Jays Thanks to Giancarlo Stanton's Huge Day

Yankees Topple Blue Jays Thanks to Giancarlo Stanton's Huge Day

The New York Yankees are back and no team will know that more than the Toronto Blue Jays. Thanks to a red-hot performance from designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton, the Pinstripes dominated Toronto with an 8-1.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 12
Team USA advances at WBC, thanks to a complex tiebreaker

Team USA advances at WBC, thanks to a complex tiebreaker

After a stunning defeat Tuesday night to Team Italy, Team USA needed outside help to advance in the World Baseball Classic. And they got it. 

Team USA stumble could cost Mark DeRosa MLB opportunities
Vinnie Pasquantino makes World Baseball Classic history
Phillies facing troubling Bryce Harper development amid WBC
Fernando Tatis Jr. delivers bat flip of the year during World Baseball Classic
Could MLB make player participation in the 2028 Olympics work?
Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros
Cam Schlittler News / Empire Sports Media / March 11
Cam Schlittler shines in second spring start

Cam Schlittler shines in second spring start

The early days of spring training often feel like a slow-motion rehearsal, a time when the box scores matter less than the simple physics of a ball hitting a glove.

Ryan Weathers News / New York Yankees on SI / March 11
Why Ryan Weathers Won't Be Yankees 2026 Breakout Player

Why Ryan Weathers Won't Be Yankees 2026 Breakout Player

While the New York Yankees would love it if left handed pitcher Ryan Weathers was their 2026 breakout star, there's far too much competition for that to happen.

New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 11
Yankees Pitching Prospect to Miss 2026 Season Following Elbow Surgery

Yankees Pitching Prospect to Miss 2026 Season Following Elbow Surgery

The New York Yankees have a deep farm system, at least in terms of pitching, with 10 of the team's top-15 prospects being pitchers. But one of those young arms is now reportedly set to miss the entire 2026 season.

New York Yankees News / New York Yankees on SI / March 11
Yankees Legend Joining Netflix Broadcast on Opening Day

Yankees Legend Joining Netflix Broadcast on Opening Day

The New York Yankees are in an interesting position as they are set to play on March 25. Their game against the San Francisco Giants is being broadcasted exclusively on Netflix, a platform that has invested quite a lot into live sporting events recently.

Jazz Chisholm News / Athlon Sports / March 11
Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Status Update Emerges at Spring Training

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. Status Update Emerges at Spring Training

The New York Yankees will face a major decision next winter regarding the future of second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. The 28‑year‑old left‑handed slugger is coming off an impressive 2025 season as a crucial part of the league’s best offense.

Brock Selvidge News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 11
Yankees’ Brock Selvidge Undergoes UCL Surgery

Yankees’ Brock Selvidge Undergoes UCL Surgery

Yankees prospect Brock Selvidge underwent an internal brace procedure on his left elbow and will miss the 2026 season as a result, Jonathan Mayo of MLB.com reports.

Luis Gil News / Empire Sports Media / March 11
Yankees’ Luis Gil has the power to change the entire rotations’ outlook

Yankees’ Luis Gil has the power to change the entire rotations’ outlook

The quest for the perfect rotation is often less about finding a superstar and more about finding a way to make success stick. MLB teams, including the New York Yankees, obsess over sustainability these days.

Jasson Dominguez News / Empire Sports Media / March 11
Jasson Dominguez is ignoring the noise and making huge strides this spring

Jasson Dominguez is ignoring the noise and making huge strides this spring

For a 23-year-old young outfielder like Jasson Dominguez, it has to be deflating to hear from his general manager that he is likely ticketed for Triple-A.

Spencer Jones News / Total Pro Sports / March 11
Spencer Jones Sheds Light On New York Yankees’ 2026 Snub

Spencer Jones Sheds Light On New York Yankees’ 2026 Snub

For the 2026 campaign, the New York Yankees’ front office decided to run back with essentially the same team from last year. Therefore, there are only a handful of open berths on the MLB roster, especially for position players.

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 9
Three WBC stars from USA-Mexico: Paul Skenes stellar on the mound

Three WBC stars from USA-Mexico: Paul Skenes stellar on the mound, Bobby Witt Jr. wows on the diamond

The United States survived a nail-biter against Mexico in the third game of Pool B group play at the World Baseball Classic.

Tigers' Tarik Skubal makes World Baseball Classic decision
Fernando Tatis Jr., Dominican Republic remain perfect at WBC
Ken Griffey Jr. turned heads with photo he took as WBC photographer
Could Shohei Ohtani change how pitchers are judged for Cy Young?
Phillies lock in another key rotation piece in Jesus Luzardo
New York Yankees News / Minor League Baseball on SI / March 9
Yankees Confirm Two Highly Touted Prospects Will Start 2026 in Triple-A

Yankees Confirm Two Highly Touted Prospects Will Start 2026 in Triple-A

Many teams are starting to make roster decisions ahead of Opening Day. And for the New York Yankees, that means telling a few top prospects that they'll begin the 2026 season in the minors.

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